Doctor Strange Will Appear in Thor: Ragnarok

Doctor Strange

The MCU, or Marvel Cinematic Universe, has grown exponentially since its induction with the release of Iron Man in 2008. It now spans 14 films and 5 TV shows, with several more in various stages of production. The latest film, Doctor Strange, starred Benedict Cumberpatch as the Sorceror Supreme and released in theaters last year to critical applause, with enthusiastic reception from audiences worldwide, grossing over $650 million against a budget of $165 million.

(Spoilers from recent MCU films follow.) Now, after a strong implication from the mid-credits scene of Doctor Strange, the titular character has been confirmed to appear alongside Thor and Hulk in Thor: Ragnarok. According to this post on D23, or the Official Disney Fan Club, “…Thor: Ragnarok in November brings together Thor, the Hulk, and Doctor Strange to face off against intergalactic baddies both familiar and new.” Doctor Strange

The story is described as taking at least some inspiration from the Planet Hulk comics, in which the Hulk is forced to fight alien creatures in massive gladiatorial arenas on the planet Sakaar. It will be very interesting to see just how this is all tied into the troubles of Asgard and whatever Loki is now up to after the events in The Dark World. Thor: Ragnarok releases in theaters November 3, 2017.