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Waititi Confident in Thor's New Direction Post-Love & Thunder
29 Jan
Summary
- Taika Waititi has no regrets about Thor's comedic evolution.
- Thor is expected to take a more serious direction in upcoming Avengers films.
- Love and Thunder underperformed compared to Ragnarok's success.
Taika Waititi, who helmed the successful "Thor: Ragnarok" and the less critically acclaimed "Thor: Love and Thunder," remains unconcerned about the future direction of Chris Hemsworth's Thor. Despite "Love and Thunder" underperforming compared to "Ragnarok," Waititi stands by the comedic tone he and Hemsworth brought to the character. He expressed excitement to see how directors Joe and Anthony Russo will guide Thor in the upcoming "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Avengers: Secret Wars."
The teaser for "Avengers: Doomsday" suggests a return to a more serious tone for Thor, focusing on his quest to find his adoptive daughter. This marks Hemsworth's first appearance as Thor since "Love and Thunder," though footage from an earlier film was repurposed for "Deadpool & Wolverine" in 2024. Waititi's own directorial efforts continue with "Klara and the Sun" slated for 2026.
"Avengers: Doomsday" is scheduled for release on December 18, with "Avengers: Secret Wars" following on December 17, 2027. Fans can stream Thor's previous MCU appearances on Disney+ to prepare for these future events.
