10 Exact Moments Directors Knew They Wouldn't Make Movie Sequels

10. The Thor Shoot Exhausted Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh had been a fan of the Thor comics since he was a child and he jumped at the chance direct the first Thor film. With his classically trained background it was hoped that he would be able to had a layer of depth to Thor's character and the film in general.

The film was released in 2011 and it was a huge success for Marvel. News soon started circulating of plans for a second Thor film. Once pre-production got under way Branagh was offered the chance to direct the sequel.

But, it seems as though the process of shooting the first film was a very tiring affair for Branagh. Although he enjoyed directing Thor, and was initially enthusiastic about being involved, he decided that it was best that he turned down the offer.

The whole process of completing Thor had been very lengthy, and Branagh felt he did not have the stamina required to tackle the sequel so soon after finishing the first film.