Is Chris Hemsworth Retiring As Thor? Actor's Latest Post Sparks Character's Death Theories in Avengers: Doomsday

Chris Hemsworth shares a heartfelt message reflecting on his 15-year journey as Thor, sparking fan speculation about his future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Here's what we know.
  • Amit Diwan
  • Editorial
  • Updated - 2025-05-29, 18:13 IST
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Chris Hemsworth, the Australian actor who has portrayed Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) for over 15 years, recently released an emotional video that has left fans speculating about his future with Marvel Studios.

Titled ‘Thank You! The Legacy of Thor’, the video was shared on Hemsworth’s YouTube channel and included a heartfelt message to fans. In it, Hemsworth thanked viewers for their support over the years and reflected on his journey as the God of Thunder.

“Playing Thor has been one of the greatest honours of my life,” he said. “For the last 15 years, I’ve held Mjolnir and then Stormbreaker as the God of Thunder, but what made it truly special… was sharing it with all of you. Your passion, your cheers, and your love for this character have meant everything to me. Thank you for making my journey through the Marvel Cinematic Universe unforgettable. Next up, Doomsday!”

Fans React To Chris Hemsworth Retiring As Thor

Hemsworth’s video and caption immediately sparked a wave of emotional responses from fans, many of whom interpreted it as a farewell.

One fan wrote on YouTube, “Don’t scare me like that, Chris. Thank you for bearing with us.”

Another user commented, “Thor is gonna get obliterated by Doom in the first 10 minutes of Doomsday isn’t he??”

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One comment read, “He’s in the ‘they’re going to make him do this until he’s 90’ club.” Another added, “He was literally the best choice for Thor hands down.”

Others chimed in with emotional messages, such as, “Literally got scared… Chris Hemsworth is a true legend... Lots of love from India Sir.” Another fan wrote, “Please never walk away from this role. We all want you to stay.” One more added, “Thor is criminally underrated as a character :( He’s like a big fluffy golden retriever.”

Avengers: Doomsday Could Be Thor’s Last Stand

Although Hemsworth is confirmed to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, many fans see this upcoming instalment as a possible final chapter for his version of Thor. The film is currently in production in the UK and is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.

Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, Avengers: Doomsday is part of Marvel's evolving multiverse saga. The cast includes Robert Downey Jr as Doctor Doom, Anthony Mackie as Captain America, and Letitia Wright as Black Panther. Tom Hiddleston will also reprise his role as Loki.

According to reports, the plot will focus on Doctor Doom’s attempt to reach Loki, who previously sacrificed himself to break free from the Sacred Timeline.

While Hemsworth has not officially confirmed whether he will retire from the role after Doomsday, the tone of his message suggests a reflective goodbye. Still, fans are holding out hope that the beloved actor will return for future Marvel projects.

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