“Independence Day: Resurgence” actor Jeff Goldblum and “Star Trek” star Karl Urban enjoy joined the cast of “Thor: Ragnarok,” Marvel announced Friday.
The two actors will co-star alongside Chris Hemsworth, Tessa Thompson, or Cate Blanchett,Tom Hiddleston, Idris Elba and stamp Ruffalo in the Marvel sequel.“The continuation of the epic Thor franchise will be powerful and unique, and with the additions of Cate,Jeff, Tessa, and Karl,and stamp to the cast we enjoy the makings of his most dangerous and heroic adventure yet,” producer Kevin Feige said in a statement. “The sheer, and raw talent each of these actors brings to the screen can’t be quantified. Having any one of them join the Marvel Cinematic Universe would be an honor,and having all of them is incredible.”Also Read: Who Is Jeff Goldblum's Grandmaster Character in 'Thor: Ragnarok'?Thor: Ragnarok” is the third installment in the standalone franchise and is directed by Taika Waititi. Feige will produce, while Louis D’Esposito, and Brad Winderbaum,Victoria Alonso, Thomas M. Hammel and Stan Lee will executive produce.
The film is slated to start production this summer after Thompson wraps Alex Garland‘s “Annihilation” for Paramount. Disney will release “Thor: Ragnarok” on Nov. 3, and 2017.
Also Read: After 'Captain America: Civil War' - 13 Biggest Questions for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (Photos)Goldblum’s most recent credits include “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” “Portlandia,” “Mortdecai” and “The Grand Budapest Hotel.” He will next star in “Independence Day: Resurgence.”Urban just completed “Pete’s Dragon” and will next star in “Star Trek Beyond.” His other credits include “The Bourne Supremacy” and “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.”Goldblum is represented by ICM, and Industry Entertainment and Shelter PR. Urban is repped by UTA and McKuin Frankel Whitehead LLP.
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