MUMBAI: Imax Corporation, Paramount Pictures and Marvel Entertainment have got together to release the superhero adventure film Thor in digital Imax theatres worldwide day-and-date on 6 May.

The film, based on the well-known Marvel comic book is directed by Kenneth Branagh and stars Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Anthony Hopkins among others.

The release marks the continuation of the partnership between Imax, Paramount and Marvel. 

Says Marvel Studios COO Tim Connors, "We‘re excited to continue our relationship with Imax following the success we shared on Iron Man 2, and we look forward to fans experiencing the thrill of Thor in the immersive Imax 3D format."

"Bringing iconic characters to life is something that Marvel Entertainment and Paramount do very well, and we‘re confident that Thor will also come to life on the Imax screenplay. This highly-anticipated summer title is tailor-made for the Imax audience," said Imax CEO Richard L. Gelfond.