Look at the Iron Man film series.

Iron Man: 585,174,222.

Iron Man 2: 623,933,331

Iron Man 3: 1,199,002,239

The Iron Man films were more successful than Thor, but look at that big boost between Iron Man 2 and 3. The Avengers gave Iron Man a big boost. So do you think Thor 2 will make it past 1 billion?

Thor: 449,300,000

No. Definitely not. Hype and expectations just aren't there. I do think it'll be fantastic though. Probably will be one of the most unique cbm, films to date. Due to the direction Alan Taylor is taking this film.

I doubt it

Meh, doubt it.

Hardly think so, Thor is not as famous as other characters in popular culture. Nevertheless i think that The Dark World is going to be an awesome film.

Hemsworth just isn't the star that Downey Jr. is, who was already relatively famous before putting on the Iron Man armor. Iron Man was also the lead character out of The Avengers so having the most screen time and dialogue was greatly beneficial for him. Unless future trailers for Thor 2 are superb and help build up anticipation, I highly doubt The Dark World tops the 1 billion mark, which is okay. It would be a very good success if it surpassed 500 million, but if it exceeds expectations and is a really great film it could pick up steam and approach the 800 million mark or something. I'm just looking forward to the actual film itself as I feel it has a lot of potential, since the main focus will be Thor traversing the Nine Realms.

This is the movie I been waiting for all year. And Thor is definitely my all-time favorite Marvel hero.

But, I don't think this movie will hit 1 billion.

I'm sure it will do pretty good though.

No, sadly. Not many non-comic book readers really appreciate Thor :(

No chance. At all. I think its gonna be great though

There aren't that many people outside of consistant comic book readers who will go out and see The movie. Most people will see the trailer and think oh look he blonde guy from the avengers movie.

No way, it'll probably come to around 700 mil, so just more than Iron Man 2, but less than 3.

@jonny_anonymous said:

This.

Although with the right marketing I suppose anything is possible.

Doubt it. Better than the first one for sure. It all depends how Marvel markets it, using Avengers as a marketing agent(which is likely) and the amazingness of the second and third trailers as well as posters and tv spots.

I doubt it. I would love to see it.

But I seriously doubt it. Might back the 500 million mark worldwide. Last one did over 400 million worldwide.

nope, i think none of the " Marvel Cinematic Universe" films will beak the billion dollr mark until Avengers 2( or whatever it is called) comes along. But i think it will be a sure bet to break through. Personally i am most excited about Guardians of the Galaxy.

of course. Al, thor needed was a movie and everyone knows who he is.

@cloudzackvincent: Pretty sure IM3 had already passed 1billion when you posted this.

.... the real question is If you wasnt a thor fan....r knew thor and you saw that trailer , would you be excited to watch that movie....

Nope.

Nah.

Nay

If it does it will be because of Loki, but I doubt it. Iron Man did it because he is the most popular character in Avengers.

you can make a billion and still be a shiit movie. (IM3)

very true

Im sure itll be a great movie but it wont break 500 million. Iron Man is simply on another level of poularity when compared to Thor. Though now that I think about it Loki had a huge surge in popularity after the Avengers so maybe it will break that 500 million mark and hit something closer to 600 million but I wouldnt bet money on it.

I dont think so. Thor just isnt that popular, even amongst comic fans. And as someone pointed out, this movie doesnt have RDJ. Iron Man wasnt that popular either, but RDJ made the character and now people have started following him with dedication.

Loki is the closest thing to a star that the Thor movies have.

As much as i like Thor and as much as i think he is one of the coolest marvel Hero on big screen, his fan base are limited. As per fan base for Captain America.

Its very unlikely for them to be able to make as much money as Iron Man, even if they are just as good. Thats just a sad part of it.

I think Iron Man 3 absorbed most of the momentum gained from The Avengers. IM3 was also pretty controversial on critical reception and people liking it vs not liking.

Plus. Thor isn't going to have RDJ - who sells himself.

I could see Thor get up to 750 mil...but I doubt it will break 1 bill.

I really do hope Marvel steps up Thor's power though in this movie. They toned him down for the first Thor (cause he was power stripped most of the movie) and he had to be a member of the team in Avengers. I'm hoping for Man of Steel-type displays of power from him.

I've heard positive reviews about the extended trailer at the SDCC. Been trying to find it but no luck.

That'd be tough. Im going to say it can likely beat MoS numbers, and that's something.

@deaditegonzo: "Loki is the closest thing to a star that the Thor movies have"

Uh what about Chris Hemsworth? Dude rocks as Thor and his career is on the rise big time.

This. I loved him as thor He had that swagger. Loki just adds to the film's appeal.

@novi_homines: they really nailed the casting: Hemsworth, Hiddleston, freakin Anthony Hopkins, Ray Stevenson and if course Natalie Portman

Yep. They sure did. I loved them all.

No. As stated above, the momentum of success was probably broken with IM3, and that's clearly not The Wolverine that will reboot it.

Absolutely no chance. I still think it will be a good movie though.

People who arent big fans thought he did a good job, but he is not going to be remembered as one of the iconic portrayals like say RDJ as Iron Man, Chris Reeve as Superman, or Heath Ledger as Joker. Essentially, there is a difference between being good enough, and being great or even more influential than the character youre playing.

@deaditegonzo: ok well my point would be that you don't have to define the character in a new way for you to be a star. He's done a good job. IMO a lot better than I thought he would. And it's undeniable tht he's a rising star. So to your initial post, I would contend this film had MANY stars. Lots a great supporting actors as well (including 2 Oscar winners).

Yeah, they all do pretty good, but Hiddleson's Loki is the only one comparable to RDJ level of recognize-ability, where just that characters presence is a greater draw than all the marketing the world.

I have a prediction, and it of course depends largely on this film performs, but if they make another sequel, and Loki is not featured (or part of the advertising) we will see a rare drop in box office.

No its highly unlikely, but i do think its going to gross anywhere between the nature of 500 to 800 million.

The only reason Iron man 3 broke the billion dollar mark, is because Robert Downey jr stole the show in the Avengers.

@deaditegonzo: fair enough

I just wanted to correct you as to the star power behind the film

Thor TDW won't beat MoS domestic numbers, but I think it can worldwide assuming it rides the Avengers wave. It did very well overseas, the first one that is.

I'm predicting 600-750 mil worldwide when all is said and done.

The one thing Thor does have is Loki. And he has a huge fanbase comprised of fangirls so its possible they'll come out in herds to see this.