Anthony Hopkins Confirmed in Thor

Anthony Hopkins Confirmed in Thor

You've just heard the rumors, but it's now official. Hannibal Lecter will play Odin in Kenneth Branagh's new Marvel movie!

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By Cyke89 - Oct 29, 2009 07:10 PM EST
Filed Under: Thor
Source: Variety

According to Variety magazine, Anthony Hopkins has been officially cast in Marvel's upcoming movie, Thor. The movie is slated to begin production in January.

Hopkins will play the part of Odin, the King of Asgard and father of both Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and Loki (Tom Hiddelston).



Paramount Pictures will distribute the film May 20, 2011.

Hopkins will next be seen starring alongside Benicio Del Toro in the Joe Johnston directed film The Wolfman, and the Woody Allen directed film "You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger.
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ThisFan
ThisFan - 10/29/2009, 7:44 PM
nice find
SupahPhreak
SupahPhreak - 10/29/2009, 8:11 PM
But it wasn't really Confirmed. Probably. ANTHONY HOPKINS FTW.
ASSASSIN666
ASSASSIN666 - 10/29/2009, 9:10 PM
Any doubts I had about this movie are now gone for good. Hail Hopkins for Asgard!!!
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 10/29/2009, 9:11 PM
oh snap woah
KawVader
KawVader - 10/29/2009, 9:11 PM
anthony hopkins is a terrific actor, perfect for Odin.
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 10/29/2009, 9:13 PM
lulz..... This is a trip. I mean Im cool with it. It's just all so sudden.

It's great news. And I for one hope he looks exactly like that incredible art in this article.
InTylerWeTrust
InTylerWeTrust - 10/29/2009, 9:18 PM
I think he'll get the personality right and all, maybe not as right as some other Odin candidates, but right nonetheless.

But he just doesn't fit the physical requirements for Odin at all. He's way too short and small-bodied, and his voice just isn't as powerful as I want Odin's to be.

Ah well, I'll accept it, damn shame though, I was really pulling for Stellan Skarsgard.
InSpace
InSpace - 10/29/2009, 9:22 PM
Didnt he play the king in Beowulf or sumthing
KeepItReal
KeepItReal - 10/29/2009, 9:26 PM
yes...he did play the king in beowulf. He is a gr8 actor. Fabulous. I love me some Anthony hopkins. He is small but his acting is BIG and you gotta love the direction and quality of the film if they have someone like him in the movie imho.
Upupandaway
Upupandaway - 10/29/2009, 9:29 PM
It sounds as if Branagh is really taking Thor seriously. With special effects that they have now, Hopkins' look doesn't really matter. He's a class act and a great addition to an already amazing cast! It would be awesome if this could get Oscar buzz and complete what TDK did in making comic book movies more than novelties.
jusme6
jusme6 - 10/29/2009, 9:33 PM
THIS IS GOOD NEWS

How do they always get such good actors in these movies? Marvel FTW!
ASSASSIN666
ASSASSIN666 - 10/29/2009, 9:51 PM
KIR- Still stepping on heads I see, I feel so left out.
KeepItReal
KeepItReal - 10/29/2009, 9:55 PM
HAHAHA... I replied on the other forum... i dont kiss and tell.... lol...
ElBicho
ElBicho - 10/29/2009, 9:56 PM
I think it just moved...

and by it I mean my Brett Ratner...
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 10/29/2009, 10:01 PM
Really though, this is so full of WIN. Hopkins name on the thing will do a lot for the image of the project and also insure that there is A list talent in the role of Thor's Daddy. Win

@ Tyler lol we already know they are very likely to put all the Asgardians in muscle suits, so I am sure they will do the same for Hopkins.
skidz
skidz - 10/29/2009, 10:07 PM
If this news doesn't get a big audience, nothing will! This is fantastic.
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 10/29/2009, 10:10 PM
YES!!!
StephenStrange
StephenStrange - 10/29/2009, 10:21 PM
This is so strange because earlier today I was despairing from the lack of Thor and Cap news.

lol Maybe if I despair every day we will get something every day.. :P
THEPHOENIX
THEPHOENIX - 10/29/2009, 10:22 PM
Wow. Hawk is going to have a joygasm when he hears this. He loves Hopkins and he has been hoping Branagh will work with Hopkins. They were rumored to be working on King Lear a while back, but it fell through.
TheMyth
TheMyth - 10/29/2009, 11:04 PM
Hopkins is one of the best actors of all time. This is awesome news.
gibbyblaylock
gibbyblaylock - 10/29/2009, 11:06 PM
AWESOOOOOOOOOOOME!
That dude RULES!
Also I think it's interesting that Hopkins is playing Thor's Father since he came close to playing Jor-El years ago.
mgalusick
mgalusick - 10/29/2009, 11:06 PM
I am pleased.
BryEL
BryEL - 10/29/2009, 11:38 PM
High expectations now.
FistsOfJustice
FistsOfJustice - 10/29/2009, 11:41 PM
Hopkins is just what this project needed to give it credibility and shout up the haters.

iNsaneMilesy
iNsaneMilesy - 10/29/2009, 11:49 PM
Well he had practice in Beowulf. So I'm for it.
DDD
DDD - 10/30/2009, 12:19 AM
This movie is going to be special!

With such great actors surrounding
newcomer Hemsworth this movie is
going to soar to the heights of
Valhalla!

Hemsworth may be a newcomer to American
movie screens but his charisma was
absolutely undeniable in his little
part in Star Trek! I know he will
nail Thor down with the guidance of an
award winner like Kenneth Branagh!!!
TheManFromNowhere
TheManFromNowhere - 10/30/2009, 12:27 AM
This is great news! This is shaping up to be epic (as well it should be)!
DDD
DDD - 10/30/2009, 12:53 AM
This is shaping up to be one helluva cast
directed by one helluva director! This
sounds great so far!











Kuffs
Kuffs - 10/30/2009, 3:30 AM
Great choise, but i was kind of looking forward too see Brian Blessed for the part.

Should be great anyway.
AlexDeLarge87
AlexDeLarge87 - 10/30/2009, 3:54 AM
Today there is so many cool special effects that i think they are trying to make the movie little bit as The Lord of the Rings! What i mean is that they are going to make short actors to look very big in the movie. for example Hopkins as Odin! I think he is going to look very massive in the role with the help of special effects.
SciFiNut
SciFiNut - 10/30/2009, 3:55 AM
Well DAMN. Thats ridiculously awesome news!
FORTAPACHE
FORTAPACHE - 10/30/2009, 4:24 AM
ODIN'S ALIIIVE!!!as brian blessed would no doubt say!hopkins should be graet in this!
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 10/30/2009, 4:27 AM
He was in ZORRO! : D


DDD # Very cool pics man!!!!!
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 10/30/2009, 4:33 AM
Wait a minute i thought ODIN was cast?????

BRIAN BLESSON is perfect for the role of ODIN??? WTF this is crap news!


Im sure BRIAN was cast?????

ASSASSIN666
ASSASSIN666 - 10/30/2009, 4:33 AM
I've said it before and I'll say it again, this movie has to be Marvels masterwork. I better see at least a two hour running time for this. The talent involved has escalated this to a can't miss movie. I still say Hemsworth needs some real size on him, other then that I'm not complaining at all.
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 10/30/2009, 4:34 AM
HANK PYM for IRON MAN 2 VOTE! ; D
LEEE777
LEEE777 - 10/30/2009, 4:36 AM
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

BRIANS ODIN!!

Crap crap crap!!! ; D
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