"Game of Thrones" actor may join Marvel's "Avengers: Infinity War"

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January 12, 2017 12:10 PM

Popular for his role in "Game of Thrones," Emmy-winning actor Peter Dinklage is in early talks to join Marvel's "Avengers: Infinity War."

Peter Dinklage, winner of the award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for 'Game of Thrones'

Peter Dinklage is reportedly in early talks for a major role in Marvel’s "

According to a report by Variety, the Emmy-winning actor who is popular for his role as Tyrion Lannister in "Game of Thrones," will play a major role in the two upcoming Avengers films.

Dinklage's role has not been disclosed.

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The actor isn't the only one headed to "Avengers: Infinity War." During a Facebook Live stream on Friday, August 19, 2016, Vin Diesel revealed that "The Guardians of the Galaxy" will appear in the upcoming third installment of the "Avengers" franchise.

“The Guardians will be included in Avengers: Infinity War,” Diesel said, “and that’s incredibly exciting. Incredibly exciting."

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The Infinity War title comes from a classic 1992 comic book series where the heroes of the Marvel Universe were brought together to fight their doppelgangers created by a cosmic entity called the Magus, who wanted control of the Infinity Gauntlet.

Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, the third movie in Avengers franchise will be released on May 4, 2018, and will feature an ensemble cast composed of many previous MCU actors.

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