Hulk Vs. (2009)
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A double feature of animated slugfests: Wolverine is sent to bring in the Hulk with deadly force, then Loki pits the Hulk against Thor in Asgard. Released in 2009, it’s a Marvel film that isn’t part of the MCU timeline, so it’s optional and stands on its own. It runs 1h 22m.
| Release date | January 27, 2009 |
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| Runtime | 1h 22m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 7.0/10 |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Two dream fights fans had wanted for years, Hulk vs. Wolverine and Hulk vs. Thor, and it doesn't pretend to be anything more.
About Hulk Vs.
Hulk Vs. puts two short animated films on one disc. Hulk vs. Wolverine borrows its setup from a classic 1974 comic, with Wolverine sent after the Hulk. Hulk vs. Thor moves the fight to Asgard, where Loki uses the Hulk against his brother. Each half is its own story, so you can watch them in either order.
It was the sixth of eight Marvel Animated Features, made by MLG Productions, a joint venture between Marvel and Lions Gate, with Japan's Madhouse among the production companies. Frank Paur supervised as director, and Christopher Yost wrote both screenplays, with Craig Kyle also credited as a writer. Fred Tatasciore voices the Hulk, and Steve Blum voices Wolverine. It came out on DVD and Blu-ray on January 27, 2009, and runs 78 minutes in total: 45 for Thor and 33 for Wolverine. Reviews of the Marvel Animated Features were mixed, but critics generally liked Hulk vs. Wolverine more than the Thor half.
Good to know
- Hulk vs. Wolverine draws on The Incredible Hulk #181 (1974), the comic where Wolverine made his first full appearance.
- Steve Blum, who voices Wolverine here, also plays him in Wolverine and the X-Men and Marvel Anime: X-Men.
- Writers Craig Kyle and Christopher Yost also developed Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes.
- It was followed in the Marvel Animated Features line by Planet Hulk (2010).
How to watch it
Watch this as a standalone, since it isn't tied to the MCU or to other animated continuities. Start with Hulk vs. Wolverine, the shorter and better-reviewed half, then watch Hulk vs. Thor. It works as a warm-up for Planet Hulk (2010), the next film in the same line, and it's a fun companion to Thor: Ragnarok if you enjoy seeing Hulk and Thor go at each other. Both halves are more violent than the average Marvel cartoon, so check before showing young kids.
Where it fits in your watch
- All legacy Marvel films
Hulk Vs. FAQ
Who voices Wolverine in Hulk Vs.?
Steve Blum voices Wolverine, and Fred Tatasciore voices the Hulk.
What order should I watch Hulk Vs. in?
Either half works first, because they are separate stories. Many fans start with Hulk vs. Wolverine, which is shorter and better reviewed.
Is Hulk Vs. connected to Planet Hulk?
They come from the same line of Marvel Animated Features, but they are separate stories. Planet Hulk came out a year later, in 2010.
Can you skip Hulk Vs.?
Yes. It isn’t part of the MCU timeline.
When was Hulk Vs. released?
Hulk Vs. was released on January 27, 2009.
Is Hulk Vs. part of the MCU?
No. Hulk Vs. is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Hulk Vs. have a post-credit scene?
No, Hulk Vs. has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Hulk Vs. in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
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Where to watch Hulk Vs. outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
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| Canada | Not included | Not available |
| Australia | Not included | Rent: Amazon |
| India | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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