Two new images from 'Thor' debut online

We've seen a bunch of photos from "Thor" showing up online lately, and here are two more stills from the adventure directed by Kenneth Branagh. The film will open in 3D and 2D May 6, 2011.

The stills below give you a good look at Chris Hemsworth as Thor. The other one features Thor in front of Odin (Anthony Hopkins). Tom Hiddleston, Joshua Dallas, Natalie Portman and Kat Dennings co-star.

The second photo below was put online by USA Today. Look out for more of these goodies as San Diego Comic Con gets underway this weekend. So far, I have to say I've been quite intrigued by "Thor."

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New 'Thor' photo: Anthony Hopkins as Odin

Here's a good first look at Anthony Hopkins as Odin in Kenneth Branagh's upcoming action adventure "Thor," which is on track for a release May 6, 2011. Also in the still above is Thor (with hammer) and Loki.

Chris Hemsworth plays Thor, whereas Loki is played by Tom Hiddleston. The cast also includes Joshua Dallas, Natalie Portman, Clark Gregg, Kat Dennings, Ray Stevenson, Idris Elba and Stellan Skarsgård.

Now, in related news, "Thor" and "Captain America: The First Avenger" will be released in 3D. The bad news is both films are shot in 2D and will be converted to 3D. To tell you the truth, this was inevitable.

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It's official: Anthony Hopkins joins 'Thor'

This is a good piece of news: Anthony Hopkins is now officially part of Kenneth Branagh's upcoming Marvel Studios adaptation "Thor." He joins Natalie Portman, Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston.

Variety says Hopkins plays Odin, father of Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and Loki (Tom Hiddleston). Portman will play Jane Foster, who became Thor's first love. Mark Protosevich and Zack Stentz wrote the script.

The film follows partially disabled medical student Dr. Donald Blake, who discovers his alter ego, the Norse warrior Thor. "Thor" is slated for release May 20, 2011.

The awesome Anthony Hopkins will soon be see in "The Wolfman." He recently wrapped Woody Allen's "You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger." Good news!