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Avengers: Doomsday Is Bringing Back Version of Chris Hemsworth’s Thor Fans Haven’t Seen in Years

The directors say Thor returns as a hardened warrior and hint that Banner is tied to Doctor Doom’s larger plan.

  • On September 25, Marvel Studios released 'Avengers: Endgame Encore,' a re-release featuring new footage connecting directly to 'Avengers: Doomsday,' arriving in theaters December 18, 2026.
  • One new scene depicts Dr. Bruce Banner in self-imposed bunker confinement, where an off-screen voice—implied to be Doctor Doom—interrupts him by saying he has "Come to collect Banner."
  • Directors Joe and Anthony Russo declined to confirm if Mark Ruffalo will reprise his role as the Hulk in 'Avengers: Doomsday,' though they stated the character is "certainly involved" in the story.
  • Many cast members remain unannounced, as Anthony Russo explained the directors view the script as a "living organism" that evolves based on actor contributions during production.
  • 'Avengers: Doomsday' will unite heroes from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including the Fantastic Four and X-Men, building toward 'Avengers: Secret Wars.
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