Chris Hemsworth’s Thor Exit Could Mean Bad News For Hercules’ Future In The MCU

The acting role in “Thor: Love and Thunder” might lead to a complex path within the MCU, as hinted by Chris Hemsworth’s remarks about his future appearances. After “Thor 4,” it was uncertain where Thor’s journey would head next. However, Thor seemed content with retirement alongside his adoptive daughter, Love. The ending of “Thor: Love and Thunder” suggested a potential comeback, but despite some mixed feedback, the movie did well financially, leaving open the possibility for “Thor 5.” Yet, Marvel recently confirmed that Thor will reappear in “Avengers: Doomsday” before any possible new Thor film.

Thor has been added to an impressive lineup of superheroes for the upcoming film, and is the sole original Avenger appearing in the Avengers: Doomsday movie. The size of Thor’s role hasn’t been revealed yet, but considering his background leading teams against evil forces, he might play a crucial part. This is interesting because Chris Hemsworth hinted that his next project following Thor 4 would be his last in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). If Thor’s involvement in the next two Avengers films marks his farewell to the MCU, it could potentially impact the return of another Marvel character.

Thor: Love And Thunder’s Post-Credit Scene Teased A Fight With Brett Goldstein’s Hercules

Thor 4 set up an epic battle between Norse and Greek legends.

In a broader scope than Norse mythology, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) tale of Thor unfolds with the inclusion of Greek deities. Thor, accompanied by his team, ventures to the City of Omnipotence, where they engage with Zeus, seeking his aid. However, Zeus declines and a battle ensues between them, culminating in Thor striking him with one of his thunderbolts. Despite this, Zeus endures and vows retribution for Thor’s actions. In the initial post-credit scene from Thor: Love and Thunder, we find Zeus recuperating from his injuries, commanding his son Hercules to eliminate Thor, thus reinstating awe and reverence towards the gods once more.

Brett Goldstein portrays the role of Hercules, a character famously known for his tough yet compassionate soccer coach persona as Roy Kent on Ted Lasso. Goldstein, an accomplished actor, garnered my enthusiasm upon learning he’d be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), specifically taking on the role of Hercules, a character with significant potential to make a mark in the MCU. However, Marvel has yet to acknowledge Hercules’ entrance, joining the list of post-credit scenes that have been overlooked by Marvel during phases 4 and 5.

Chris Hemsworth Has Comments About Wanting His Next Appearance as Thor To ‘Close The Book’

The Australian actor wants to leave the MCU on a high note.

Although the movie “Thor: Love and Thunder” was a blockbuster, it garnered mixed responses from both critics and viewers. The film tended to overemphasize the humorous tone introduced in “Ragnarok,” which diluted its more substantial storylines such as Gorr the God Butcher’s quest to eliminate all gods and Jane Foster’s fight against cancer. Some fans were left pondering how the movie’s reception would influence Thor’s characterization, or if Chris Hemsworth would consider reprising his role again. In a 2022 interview with Vanity Fair, Hemsworth hinted that he might be interested in returning for another outing, but suggested it could potentially mark the end of Thor’s storyline.

It seems to me that if I were to repeat it, we might reach the end. It feels like it deserves that conclusion. It seems to me that it could be the final chapter, but this is just my intuition…It’s like the birth, life, and death of a hero – I wonder, am I at that point? Who can say for certain?

Since 2011, Chris Hemsworth has embodied the role of the God of Thunder in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From the beginning, Thor’s character has undergone various transformations, like the portly Thor in “Avengers: Endgame.” His journey has been intriguing, but his depiction has not always been consistent, as he’s oscillated between a more serious demeanor and a funnier one. The upcoming two Avengers movies provide an ideal platform to conclude his storyline, yet it also implies that other Thor narratives might be truncated prematurely.

Hemsworth’s Doomsday Return Means Brett Goldstein’s Hercules Return Is Doubtful

Hercules may not be coming back for the Avengers films.

It’s plausible that we might see Thor 5, but envisioning a more fitting conclusion for Thor within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) than either Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars is quite challenging. The previous two Avengers films, notably Avengers: Endgame, concluded the arcs of Black Widow, Iron Man, and Captain America, offering them heroic deaths or honorable retirements. It seems fitting that the upcoming Avengers movies might follow suit for Thor, one of the original team members still remaining.

In essence, it seems unlikely that Marvel would fit a battle between Thor and Hercules into their schedule, given the multiverse’s current predicament with Doctor Doom. While Hercules could potentially join the others, introducing a side story heavily centered around Thor might feel disjointed. I’m hoping Goldstein will reappear in the MCU, but it’s uncertain if this will occur once Hemsworth departs after Secret Wars. Nevertheless, Thor 5 could serve as a fitting conclusion for Thor, especially following the somewhat disappointing reception of Thor: Love and Thunder.

2025-05-02 19:07