Marvel Cinematic Universe - Thor (2011) #1: Courage is immortal. - Page 5

Natasha Romanoff · 07-07-2012, 11:11 AM

Who are in charge of casting!!! I think we owe them a big thank you!!

Hawthorn · 07-08-2012, 06:02 AM

I know I have Kenneth Branagh to thank for Tom, I'd love to find out who deserves my gratitude for Chris, and send them a fruit basket or something.

**miranstarr** · 07-08-2012, 06:32 AM

Here's what I found out. Looks like we have several people to thank for Chris' casting!

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The way Chris Hemsworth got the part of Thor is one of those great Hollywood backstories that happens only once in a blue moon. [William] Ward had found Chris during one of the manager’s many scouting trips to Australia. Ward brought him to Los Angeles and really put him out there to casting directors and production executives. As for the major agencies, I hear CAA passed on the meeting, Endeavor took it but passed on repping him, and ICM was interested but dragged their feet. But Ilene Feldman understood his appeal immediately.

Chris had read for the part of Thor but wasn’t given a test because a casting director had nixed him early on. I’m told Chris’ younger brother Liam (who’s also a ROAR client) then tested for the role of Thor, but Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige passed. Then, after a conversation with Ward (“You’ve got to reconsider Chris, he’s your guy”), Feige decided to let Chris read again. And once Marvel put him on tape, it was “Oh my god”. Branagh came to town last week and saw the Chris test and made the final casting decision today.

Hawthorn · 07-08-2012, 07:18 AM

Thanks for that info, Mee!
Several people to thank indeed, but William Ward befinitely deserves the most gratitude for spotting Chris' potential since the get go and being persistent in promoting it.

**miranstarr** · 07-08-2012, 07:22 AM

I'm so glad he was cast because I think he was just the perfect person for Thor!

Natasha Romanoff · 07-08-2012, 08:10 AM

Yeah, thanks William Ward for persistently recommending Chris

I couldn't have dreamt of a better casting

Hawthorn · 07-08-2012, 05:40 PM

I am serious when I say that now that I've seen Chris in the role, I can't think of anyone else playing Thor. Including his own brother - sorry, Liam.

**miranstarr** · 07-08-2012, 07:18 PM

I agree. I think each person was perfectly picked for their Superhero counterpart.

*OldHollywoodStarlet* · 07-08-2012, 10:06 PM

Agree guys!

looking at the stars · 07-09-2012, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by miranstarr (View Post)

I agree. I think each person was perfectly picked for their Superhero counterpart.

yes you are so right

Natasha Romanoff · 07-09-2012, 04:58 AM

Hell yes!

which is why this cast is perfect

**miranstarr** · 07-09-2012, 07:14 AM

Perfect, flawless, and of course....hot and sexy.

Natasha Romanoff · 07-09-2012, 08:53 AM

Yeah, and not to mention they are fun and hilarious as well

just perfect in any way

flightless♥bird · 07-11-2012, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawthorn (View Post)

I am serious when I say that now that I've seen Chris in the role, I can't think of anyone else playing Thor. Including his own brother - sorry, Liam.

I think he knows since Chris got the part

I bet he's watching the movie now like "Well he is a better Thor"

quin0611 · 07-11-2012, 08:22 PM

The cast is perfect!

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