Who Is Zeus? Russell Crowe's Thor 4 Character Powers & Origin Explained
Russell Crowe plays Zeus, the Olympian god in Thor: Love and Thunder, but the character's background has interesting implications for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie, directed by Taika Waititi, will mark the fourth solo Thor film and the 29th installment in the film franchise. Chris Hemsworth is reprising his role as the titular God of Thunder, with franchise vets, Tessa Thompson, Natalie Portman, Chris Pratt, Jeff Goldblum, and Jaimie Alexander confirmed to appear. In addition to newcomer Crowe, Love and Thunder will feature the introduction of Christian Bale, playing Gorr the God Butcher.
It was only a matter of time before the deities from Olympus were incorporated into the MCU. Zeus made his Marvel Comics debut in 1949, appearing in Venus #5. Also referred to as «Zeus Panhellenios,» the character was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby to bring elements of Greek mythology into the comics. Zeus' presence as a god from another dimension allowed the comics to dive deep into other deities while crossing over events featuring fellow otherworldly beings like Thor, Odin, and other characters inspired by Norse mythology. While the MCU has been presenting cosmic beings since Phase 1, the addition of Greek gods will be a highlight for the newest slate of titles.
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Despite Crowe's portrayal as Zeus in Love and Thunder, the announcement didn't indicate how prominent his character is to the plot. His inclusion alone might seem like a surprise, but it demonstrates what the MCU is building towards beyond Phase 4. The franchise is always looking at the future, and the Olympians, including Zeus, could be a significant piece of the puzzle. Here's everything to know about Zeus'
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