Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist MARVEL STARS: Chris Hemsworth on ‘Limitless’ and Life Beyond Thor
Dec 13, 2025
Chris Hemsworth, the Australian superstar known for his iconic role as Thor, chats about his mind-bending journey on the National Geographic series Limitless. He shares his thrilling physical challenges, from Arctic swims to ice baths, and dives into the emotional impact of revealing his genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's. Chris discusses the importance of social connections in brain health, his struggles in Hollywood, and finding balance with family back in Australia. Plus, he offers practical breathing techniques for managing stress and highlights the power of vulnerability.
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Project Grew Beyond The Pitch
- The Limitless series started as a longevity project blending science with extreme challenges.
- Filming spanned pre-, during, and post-COVID and evolved far beyond its initial scope.
Ice Baths Turned Into Arctic Swims
- Chris describes how planned ice baths in Australia turned into Arctic ocean swims in Norway as the show escalated.
- He recalls moments asking himself, "How did this happen? What am I doing here?"
Vulnerability Deepens Viewer Connection
- Playing himself forced Chris to drop the mask and confront deep emotions, making the show feel therapeutic.
- Vulnerability increased audience connection and validated the series' purpose for him.