Is Loki the end of the road for Tom Hiddleston in the MCU?
While Tom Hiddlestons Loki has been a big success for Disneys revamped slate of Marvel Cinematic Universe shows, there are worrying rumours that the series could serve as a swansong for this timeline trickster. Advertisement  Episode 4s big twist saw Mobius M. Mobius and Loki apparently killed off by Ravonna Renslayer  however, this wasnt the case. With our Loki finding himself in the dystopian Void in episode five, viewers met Classic Loki, Kid Loki, Boastful Loki, and Crocodile Loki (?). Although its easy to imagine a scenario where the various (surviving) Variant Lokis band together and topple the villain at the top of the TVA to take control of the Sacred Timeline  if it exists  theres sure to be some heartache along the way (like the fate of poor Classic Loki). The MCU loves a good fake-out death, and although Loki just survived a brush with death, the series might be setting up another noble sacrifice. Speaking to /Film, Marvel Studios producer Nate Moore has already said Loki lends itself to multiple seasons, but with Loki variants proving to be a dime a dozen, that doesnt mean Hiddlestons OG will be there to steer the ship. Looking at whos next on the docket, theres an obvious choice. One of Lokis biggest wins has been the introduction of Sophia Di Martinos Sylvie. While no ones quite sure whether shes supposed to be Lady Loki, Enchantress, or an amalgamation of both, the possibility exists that the scheming sorceress is sticking around for a little longer. It seems like hes almost completed another character arc and could be replaced in the main MCU continuity with Sylvie and Kid Loki  bobbyjames9880 (@bobbyjames98801) July 1, 2021  Not that anyone needed to nudge, but Di Martino has also already hinted at her potential return as Sylvie. Even if Sylvie has distanced herself from even being referred to as a Loki for now, that doesnt mean she wont emerge as Lady Loki further down the line  and while the whole concept of the main MCU will probably be blown apart by Loki, Spider-Man: Far From Homes rumoured multiverse mayhem, or Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, theres expected to be a core cast of heroes and villains assembled for the inevitable Avengers 5 or various offshoot movies that are presumably in the works. Still crushing on #Sylvie of course  lmaooo #LokiWednesdays #loki #Mobius #TVA #theory soooo i have had this theory for a bit buuut its probably not going to b a thing. pic.twitter.com/hd8lUhsjwg  Michael T Moreno (@MichaelTMoreno) June 30, 2021  Elsewhere, theres the MCUs signature trail of breadcrumbs. Its surely no coincidence Kid Loki is primed to join the Young Avengers alongside WandaVisions Tommy and Billy or The Falcon and the Winter Soldiers Eli Bradley. The clever part of Loki has been introducing Sylvie as her own character, rather than just a Loki Variant. This gives hope that Kid Loki could also emerge with his own unique personality. Alongside expanded screen time for Sylvie in this era of a female-first MCU, theres the possibility the writers are winding down Hiddlestons Lokis story like Iron Man and co. in Endgame. Just like the Thor and Avengers movies mellowed the heartless Loki, the Disney+ series condensed nine years of development into a handful of episodes. As were repeatedly reminded, Lokis are born to be villains that lose, meaning this troublesome pairing of heroic Loki and Sylvie is a Nexus Event itself. Further signalling that the end is nigh, Hiddleston told Empire he wont be in Thor: Love and Thunder. While this leaves the door open for Sylvies return and a neat segue into Natalie Portmans Jane Foster/Mighty Thor being the God of Thunder from a female-dominated timeline of Asgardians  were imagining Rene Russo Frigga as the one in charge  its undoubtedly bad news for our Loki. Considering Loki has been a mainstay of every Thor movie so far, it seems strange that hed be sitting this one out. Then again, while the MCU has set a precedent of heroes passing the baton  see Sam Wilson picking up the Captain American mantle  Kate Bishop becoming Hawkeye in the Jeremy Renner-led series of the same name doesnt mean Clint Barton will be hanging up his bow and arrow, its feasible that the MCU could sustain multiple versions of Loki in future. Okay BUT im actually afraid now bc marvel replaced Steve as Cap by Falcon, Natasha as Black widow by Yelena,sooo they could replace Tom!Loki by Sylvie !  Alex (Taylor's Version) met m !! (@TheonSalt) June 30, 2021  Notably, some have claimed that our Loki will be back in his green and gold robes for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Given WandaVisions tantalising post-credits tease and Lokis new TVA credentials, its easy to imagine joining the Doc for whats being tipped as the MCUs most out-there adventure. Get sci-fi news direct to your inbox The best sci-fi news and features this side of the Outer Rim. Thanks, you are now signed up to our sci-fi and fantasy newsletter! We look forward to sending you our email updates. Sign in to/ register for a RadioTimes.com account to manage your email preferences Sign in Register To manage your email preferences, click here. Sign me up! For details on how we use your data, please see our privacy policy. Find out everything you need to know about the Loki cast and how to watch Marvel movies in order with our comprehensive coverage. 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