Benedict Cumberbatch set for huge Marvel pay rise

Benedict Cumberbatch will receive $9.5 million for 'Doctor Strange 2'.



The 42-year-old actor will reportedly see his pay increased by $6.4 million more than he received for the original Marvel Cinematic Universe movie in 2016 for the upcoming sequel, which is set to start filming next spring and is expected to take up to six months to complete.



And his commitment to the franchise means his work on popular drama series 'Sherlock' could be delayed indefinitely.



The British actor has already made $5.4 million for playing Doctor Strange in the first standalone movie, 'Thor: Ragnarok' and two 'Avengers' films.