Is Chris Hemsworth Returning for Thor 5? Here’s What We Know So Far
- Our Asgardian Marvel hero might return for a fifth movie.
- Chris Hemsworth is open to the role but wants a fresh story.
- Fans are hyped, but Marvel hasn’t confirmed anything yet.
Marvel fans are desperate for answers about the Asgardian legend’s next chapter. After swinging Mjolnir and Stormbreaker through four solo films, Thor, played by the eternally swole Chris Hemsworth, has become the only MCU hero with four solo movies under his belt.
But Thor: Love and Thunder left us with more questions than lightning bolts. Let’s break down everything we know about Thor 5, from the clues in the last movie to what Hemsworth himself has to say about putting the cape back on.
Will There Be a Thor 5?
Thor: Love and Thunder ended on a surprising note. Thor is now a dad! Well, sort of. He’s raising Gorr’s daughter, Love, who’s played by Chris Hemsworth’s real-life daughter, India Hemsworth. In the movie’s finale, the two set off to fight aliens together like the ultimate superhero family team.
Love even wields the Stormbreaker axe while Thor holds on to Mjolnir, his trusty hammer. The post-credits scene teased that “Thor will return,” but so far, Marvel hasn’t confirmed anything officially.
Still, it feels like Marvel is hinting at a new movie without saying it out loud. There’s so much more to explore. We could see Thor juggle saving the universe while parenting his adopted daughter.
Their relationship has the potential for epic fights, touching moments, and probably some dad jokes that fall flat. So, will there be a Thor 5? Fans are crossing their fingers, but we’re waiting on Marvel to give us the green light.
Will Chris Hemsworth Return as Thor in Thor 5?
What’s a Thor movie without Chris Hemsworth?—hard to imagine. Luckily, the actor seems open to returning. He said he’d love to play Thor again as long as the story is fresh, exciting, and fun.
Director Taika Waititi, who gave us Thor: Ragnarok and Thor: Love and Thunder, is also interested in returning. Waititi said he’d only come back if Hemsworth did, which makes sense since the two have great chemistry. That said, Hemsworth is also cautious. He doesn’t want to play Thor for so long that people get tired of seeing him. As the 41-year-old told EW:
I’ve loved being able to reinvent that character a few times. I don’t have the answer yet, but I would love to try and [figure out] how we can do that again and keep it a little unpredictable.
Still, he’s loved reinventing Thor’s character over the years. Bottom line? If there’s a good story and fans want him back, Hemsworth is all in. And honestly, who wouldn’t want more of those biceps and witty one-liners?
When Will Thor 5 Happen?
Right now, Thor 5 isn’t on Marvel’s list for Phases 5 or 6. But don’t lose hope—there are still some unannounced Marvel movie dates on the calendar. One of them could easily be Thor’s next adventure (via Marvel Movies).
Some fans think Thor’s story could lead into Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027, which would be epic. Others think Marvel might hold off and give Thor another solo movie in Phase 7. Either way, there’s a good chance Thor will return, even if it’s not happening right away.
There’s also the question of whether Taika Waititi will direct again. Rumors are flying that he might step away from the Thor series, but nothing’s confirmed (via Variety).
If he doesn’t return, Marvel could bring in a new director to take Thor’s story in a different direction. For now, all we can do is wait and see. Thor’s future is still a mystery, but one thing’s for sure: his story isn’t over.
