10 Major Thoughts Coming Out Of Avengers: Infinity War
9. Thor Needs To Become a Guardian
Taika Waititi's Thor: Ragnarok and the opening scene of Infinity War seemed to eliminate virtually all ties to Thor's solo franchise within the context of the MCU and Chris Hemsworth's contract with the studio conveniently expires following the release of next year's fourth Avengers movie, which many have taken as a sign that the Australian actor is done playing the God of Thunder.
However, Hemsworth has been quoted as saying that he's happy to continue playing the character 'if there's another great script that comes along'. Based on Infinity War, that script should be Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
The interactions between Thor and the Guardians of the Galaxy provide most of Infinity War's funniest and most quotable moments, with the irreverent humor of Star Lord and company brilliantly bouncing off Thor's recent reinvention as a Shakespearean frat-bro. Hemsworth's charisma and comic timing is a perfect match for the Guardians' quick-witted stylings, and it is a tantalizing prospect to think of what James Gunn could do with the character.
After being something of a damp squib in the past, Thor is now arguably the funniest member of the Avengers and a character that Marvel would be foolish not to capitalize on while his popularity is at an all-time high. Sign Hemsworth up for one more movie, drop him into the crazy world of the Guardians and watch the sparks fly.