Fans are excited for Thor: Love and Thunder, which will be the next solo film to feature the titular superhero character. However, there are plenty of reasons beyond just Chris Hemsworth to be excited for the sequel. In fact, one of the most anticipated aspects for the film will be the return of Natalie Portman. The actress will once again play her character from the original Marvel Cinematic Universe film. Fans have waited a long time to see a proper return from Natalie Portman, and according to a new report, it looks like Marvel might have additional plans for her.
As revealed by insider @MyTimeToShineHello on Twitter, it looks like Marvel could actually want Natalie Portman to have her own solo-film. This would certainly make sense, considering this new film intends to reintroduce her character in a way much closer to the associated comics.
This has been further supported by others who even went a step further than just saying “could.” They noted that the claim is “more than ‘could’ and closer to ‘will.'”
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been expanding in so many interesting ways over the years, and they’ve allowed a variety of superheroes to adapt or leave the franchise entirely if need be. With characters like Iron Man and Captain America seemingly out of the picture, it makes sense that Thor might also be next to leave the spotlight. This would allow Natalie Portman to fully take on the Thor franchise, leading it with her take on the character.
Meanwhile, fans will next get to see Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and Thunder, where she’ll reprise her aforementioned role as Jane Foster aka the Mighty Thor.
Taika Waititi directed Thor: Love and Thunder from a script he wrote with Jennifer Kaytin Robinson.
The upcoming MCU film is currently scheduled for a July 8, 2022 release date.