Kevin McKidd is Still in the Running for Thor

Posted by Neil Miller (neil@filmschoolrejects.com) on December 3, 2008

The casting of both Captain America and Thor could be two of the most anticipated casting decisions in recent history, right up there with choosing Heath Ledger as The Joker. No doubt that Marvels decisions will be put under a microscope the minute the story breaks. But until then all we have to go on are rumors and actors who admit to being interested. One such chap is Rome and Journeyman star Kevin McKidd, who has long been a fan favorite for the role of Thor.

IGN caught up with McKidd at last night’s Punisher: War Zone premiere and asked him whether or not he is still in the running. McKidd confirmed for IGN that he’s still a contender for the lead role and that there’s been “a lot of back and forth” about the project of late, but that nothing has been determined. He also acknowledged that Kenneth Branagh is directing it, a choice that, as he told IGN, makes him even more excited about the film.

The Kenneth Branagh thing should make a lot of people excited, if you ask me. And as for Kevin McKidd, he’s got the stuff to make it work. And we would be willing to overlook his involvement in Grey’s Anatomy should he earn the role, as it does not diminish his ability to play a badass hippie like Thor — at least, the version of Thor I am betting will show up, the one from Mark Millar’s The Ultimates.

What would you think about Kevin McKidd as Thor?

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Mbessgettios

Personally, I'd prefer him as Loki... but he would still do well as Donald Blake and/or Thor

Josh_Radde

McKidd is the perfect choice. Does he bulk up or is Thor CGI with McKidd's face?

Random Man

I thought Philip Seymour Hoffman was playing Thor?

Christopher M

I've really enjoyed McKidd's films from Trainspotting, Kingdom of Heaven and even Dog Soldiers....I think he's the best choice for the role..he has the dramatical skills and the action background....

Meli

I'd be fine if Marvel decided to go with McKidd....I hope we get a deicsion soon! I'm happy with Branagh as director he's an excellent pick.

Jeri Ann Boyd

"And we would be willing to overlook his involvement in Grey’s Anatomy should he earn the role, as it does not diminish his ability to play a badass hippie like Thor " AHAHAHAHA! I might forgive him, too, were he to land this Thor role. He'd be perfect!

HempKnight757

Yeah Grey's Anatomy is pretty wack. I still think Charlie Hunnam from Sons of Anarchy is the man for the job. I think he has pretty good acting chops, very diverse characters, and he just straight looks the part.

K-dog

I think Vladimir Kulich from the 13th warrior would be a better fit for Thor!!!

Blade16707

I think Triple H or Kevin Sorbo should play Thor, just a thought.

phrenetik

Kevin McKidd would be a great choice - I've been a fan of him ever since seeing him in Rome. He can do action and drama pretty well - but I can't imagine him with Thor's hair. o.O Am I the only one?

Kevin Sorbo would have been great too... like 5 years ago.

Kevin McKidd is Still in the Running for Thor

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