'Thor 2' gets release date!

Marvel is pretty happy with the current $430+ million gross of "Thor," which is why the studio is already moving ahead with a sequel. "Thor 2" is currently set for release July 26, 2013, but the big surprise is that Kenneth Branagh will not return to direct.

According to Deadline though, this doesn't mean Branagh will not be involved. In fact, it seems like he could return in some producting role. Details are scarce though, but lead actor Chris Hemsworth will be back to reprise his role as Thor. That much we know.