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Chris Hemsworth’s Emotional Thor Tribute Prompts Questions About His MCU Future

His video thanking fans for 15 years as Thor has prompted debate over whether his character will bow out in the December 2026 Avengers: Doomsday.

Actor Chris Hemsworth arrives for the World Premiere of the film Avengers: Infinity War in Hollywood, California on April 23, 2018
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Chris Hemsworth as Thor in Avengers: Infinity War

Overview

  • Chris Hemsworth released a YouTube video titled “Thank You! The Legacy of Thor” on May 29, 2025, showcasing highlights from his Thor films and concluding with “Next up, Doomsday!”
  • In the video’s caption, Hemsworth expressed gratitude for fan support over the last 15 years, a message many interpreted as a possible farewell to the role.
  • Hemsworth is officially confirmed to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, which has been delayed from May 2026 to December 18, 2026, and is currently in production under Anthony and Joe Russo.
  • Fan speculation that Thor might die in the upcoming film has intensified after Anthony Mackie’s remark that “everyone is expendable” in Avengers: Doomsday.
  • Following Thor: Love and Thunder’s underperformance, unconfirmed reports suggest Marvel may consider a fifth Thor solo film after Avengers: Secret Wars, but no official plans have been announced.