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Sir Anthony Hopkins’ Thor Role Confirmed

Posted by Adam

Monday November 2, 2009

Anthony HopkinsHOLLYWOOD legend Sir Anthony Hopkins has landed a role in new movie Thor.

The actor, 71, will play Odin, the father of the title character, in Kenneth Branagh‘s film version of the Marvel comic book — which begins production in January ahead of its 2011 release, according to trade rag Variety.

Chris Hemsworth plays Thor, while Natalie Portman plays his love interest Jane Foster.

Based on Norse mythology, Thor first appeared in Marvel’s comics in 1962.

Described by Marvel as “a powerful but arrogant warrior”, the film sees him banished to Earth after reigniting an ancient war.

Hopkins will next be seen in horror remake The Wolfman, opposite Benicio Del Toro and Emily Blunt.

This summer also saw him working in London on Woody Allen‘s as yet untitled new film.

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  • shadysbby

    all i av 2 say 2 sir anthony hopkins, u r a FANTASTIC ACTOR IN THE right film,wen ur in the wrong films ur still great u need 2 keep 2 films that suit ur type ov acting