Chris Hemsworth Reveals Disney Scrapped a Stunt From His New Series Because of Marvel Future

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Chris Hemsworth‘s portrayal of Thor has been central to the Marvel Cinematic Universe for more than 10 years. Recently, Hemsworth posted a video acknowledging his 15-year association with the character, which some fans took as a hint that his tenure as the God of Thunder might be wrapping up in the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday”. However, during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter about the second season of his National Geographic series titled “Limitless: Live Better Now”, Hemsworth mentioned that a stunt idea he proposed was rejected by executives due to concerns about his future as Thor.

scaling a 200-meter dam wall instead. While both activities carry some risk, the dam climb made it past the risk assessment team. As such, there were concerns from above, with the decision being made to focus on filming Thor next and avoid potential danger during a big wave episode.

In the premiere season of “Limitless with Chris Hemsworth“, the actor tested his body’s limits to delve into the science behind longevity. For the upcoming second season, named “Limitless: Live Better Now“, the emphasis shifts towards more attainable challenges that explore ways to enhance overall quality of life by addressing common problems such as pain, fear, and mental decline. The three-part series will feature Hemsworth tackling challenging new tasks, like learning to play drums for a live show with Ed Sheeran, undergoing South Korean Special Forces training to cope with chronic pain, and scaling a 600-foot dam wall in the Swiss Alps to conquer risk.

Chris Hemsworth Confirms His Career as Thor Is Not Ending Soon

The emotional video message Hemsworth shared, which fueled retirement speculation, was actually just a personal moment of contemplation, as per Hemsworth. He explained that the public may have misunderstood this, but there were no private conversations about damage control because his Marvel adventure was far from finished at the time he posted it.

Hemsworth clarified that several individuals had inquired about the topic, and one of his colleagues expressed, “Oh, we’ve unintentionally created a misunderstanding here.” There was no need for damage control as stated, but people interpreted small actions extensively. As I was already immersed in a new phase of this character, this journey has significantly impacted my career. Consequently, the video served as an expression of gratitude, not anything else. However, it appears that it was misunderstood and perceived differently.

The confirmation of Chris Hemsworth’s reprisal as Thor, the God of Thunder, in the upcoming film “Avengers: Doomsday” is already set. The Russo brothers will be back to direct after their successful stint with “Infinity War” and “Endgame“. After this team-up movie, the most obvious setup for his future solo adventures seems to be the post-credits scene of “Thor: Love and Thunder“, where Brett Goldstein was introduced as Hercules, who was assigned to track down Thor. Although Marvel has not officially revealed a schedule beyond “Avengers: Secret Wars“, it’s rumored that the development of “Thor 5” is underway. However, director Taika Waititi has declared he won’t be returning, citing other film obligations that will occupy him for several years. This departure could pave the way for a new creative direction, which Hemsworth himself has expressed a desire for after feeling “Love and Thunder” was too frivolous.

Beginning August 15th, you can stream “Limitless: Live Better Now” exclusively on Disney+. Meanwhile, mark your calendars for December 18, 2026, as Thor, the God of Thunder, will make his comeback in “Avengers: Doomsday” at theaters near you.

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2025-08-06 11:12