"Disney prevents Chris Hemsworth from executing a noteworthy stunt in his quest to fire at Thor"
In a surprising turn of events, Chris Hemsworth, the renowned actor known for his portrayal of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was prevented from surfing a monstrous 40-foot wave for the new season of Limitless: Live Better Now.
Hemsworth's planned wave stunt was deemed too risky by the production's risk team and executives, with concerns about the possibility of him drowning. The episode where the wave stunt would have occurred is titled "Risk." However, Hemsworth was allowed to perform a less risky stunt of climbing a 200-meter dam wall instead[1][2][3][4][5].
"Although both the surfing and dam climbing stunts involved risks, only the dam climb was approved," Hemsworth acknowledged, highlighting the unique circumstances surrounding his Limitless stunts[2][4].
The decision to scrap the wave stunt was made to protect Hemsworth's safety and career continuity in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Injury to a major film lead can delay movies and cost money, making it crucial to prioritise safety[2][3].
Chris Hemsworth's planned stunt for Limitless would have been available for viewers with a Disney+ subscription. Interestingly, this is not the first time Disney has taken a stance on an actor's stunts. Tom Cruise famously fired an insurance company for not letting him perform a stunt for Mission: Impossible[6].
It's worth noting that Hemsworth has previously let himself be lit on fire for movies, demonstrating his commitment to bringing authenticity to his roles. However, it seems that his Marvel obligations have temporarily put a halt to his extreme water sports ambitions[1][4].
As for Hemsworth's future as Thor, Avengers: Doomsday is an important movie for Disney, and any potential injury could cause problems for the Disney+ series. If Hemsworth wants to surf a 40-foot wave, he might need to be done with his Thor role first[5].
References: 1. The Hollywood Reporter 2. Variety 3. Deadline 4. CinemaBlend 5. ComicBook 6. CNN
The new season of Limitless's "Risk" episode, featuring Chris Hemsworth, will now showcase his less risky stunt of climbing a 200-meter dam wall instead of the daily blend of surfing a 40-foot wave. In the world of entertainment, movies-and-tv, celebrities, and shows like Limitless, daily features and stunts are always anticipated, with fans eager to see their favorite stars take on dangerous challenges. Despite this, Hemsworth's safety remains a priority, especially given his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he plays the character Thor.
