Recent reports suggest that Marvel Studios is in the early stages of developing Thor 5 and actively seeking a fresh director. With an impressive lineup of films on the horizon, including Doctor Strange 2, Thor 4, Black Panther 2, Ant-Man 3, Guardians 3, Captain Marvel 2, Deadpool 3, and Captain America 4, Marvel is set to dominate theaters in the coming years.
The days of consecutive releases like Shang-Chi and Eternals appear to be temporarily on hold, with original MCU properties returning with Thunderbolts and Blade. However, the potential for a fifth Thor installment is already in the works, indicating that Taika Waititi may not be returning after directing the last two films alongside Chris Hemsworth.
Waititi has openly acknowledged that Love and Thunder may not have been his best work. Although he expressed interest in completing an unplanned trilogy around the film’s release in July 2022, he’s currently focused on a new project in the Star Wars franchise. Additionally, he’s been actively working on other endeavors, including Max’s “Our Flag Means Death.”
The future of Thor’s MCU journey has been a topic of discussion since the release of Love and Thunder, with the promise of Thor’s return and the introduction of Brett Goldstein’s Hercules hinting at a fresh direction for the character.
While Robert Eggers’ name has been suggested as a potential director, it remains uncertain if he would pivot from his original film projects to helm a fifth installment in a series. Furthermore, the timeline for Thor 5’s release is still uncertain, with a packed schedule of projects slated for production until 2025-2026.
While reports suggest Marvel may be more focused on a third Doctor Strange film tied to Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, the fate of the Multiverse Saga hangs in the balance pending Jonathan Majors’ upcoming trial. Marvel has options, including potential recasting using the Multiverse as an excuse, but the future of established variants remains a complex matter.
In the world of Marvel, rumors of new projects abound, from Daughters of Liberty to Thor 5, Doctor Strange 2, Spider-Man 4, Scarlet Witch, Vision Quest, and the Young Avengers. However, nothing is official until Marvel Studios makes an announcement. Stay tuned for updates as the SAG-AFTRA strike hopefully comes to a close, bringing potential answers to light.
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(Source: Daniel Richtman RPK, ComicBookMovie.com)