Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Dr. Stephen Strange, with Chiwetel Ejiofor as Karl Mordo and Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One in Marvel’s ‘Doctor Strange‘.
Main cast
- Dr. Stephen StrangeBenedict CumberbatchMain
- Karl MordoChiwetel EjioforMain
- The Ancient OneTilda SwintonMain
- Christine PalmerRachel McAdamsMain
- KaeciliusMads MikkelsenMain
- WongBenedict WongMain
Supporting cast
- DormammuBenedict Cumberbatch (voice)Supp
- Dr. Nicodemus WestMichael StuhlbargSupp
- Jonathan PangbornBenjamin BrattSupp
- HamirTopo WresniwiroSupp
- Dr. Daniel DrummMark BrightonSupp
Guest & voice
- LucianScott AdkinsGuest
- Ancient One’s LibrarianZara PhythianGuest
- Thor (cameo)Chris HemsworthGuest
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About this cast
Marvel’s ‘Doctor Strange’ (2016) follows brilliant but arrogant neurosurgeon Stephen Strange, who after a car accident destroys his hands, seeks healing from the Ancient One and becomes a master of the mystic arts. The film features a stellar cast led by Benedict Cumberbatch, alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor, Tilda Swinton, and Rachel McAdams.
FAQs
Who plays Dr. Stephen Strange in Doctor Strange?
Benedict Cumberbatch portrays Dr. Stephen Strange in the 2016 Marvel film ‘Doctor Strange’.
Is Tilda Swinton in Doctor Strange?
Yes, Tilda Swinton plays the Ancient One, the mystical mentor to Stephen Strange.
Who plays the villain Kaecilius in Doctor Strange?
Mads Mikkelsen plays Kaecilius, the main antagonist who seeks to bring Dormammu to Earth.
Does Rachel McAdams appear in Doctor Strange?
Yes, Rachel McAdams plays Christine Palmer, a fellow surgeon and Stephen Strange’s former love interest.
Who plays Wong in Doctor Strange?
Benedict Wong plays Wong, the librarian of Kamar-Taj and a master of the mystic arts.
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