Coolest Doctor Strange Easter Eggs, References, and Trivia. By Daniel Krupa. Doctor Strange is the fourteenth entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and despite being one of the most standalone adventures to date, there are still plenty of allusions to the original comics and the wider MCU. Here are the best ones we spotted. Pink Floyd Love. The song playing while Strange has his life changing car crash is the psychedelic rock classic Interstellar Overdrive 1. Pink Floyd. Comparison a Saucerful of Secrets 1. Marie Severins art from Strange Tales 1. The appreciation is mutual, too, with the British band featuring artwork from Strange Tales 1. A Saucerful of Secrets 1. Incidentally, that piece of art by Marie Severin features another character referenced elsewhere in the movie The Living Tribunal. The Living Tribunal. While sparring, Mordo wields a weapon he names as The Staff of the Living Tribunal. He goes on to explain that some magic is too powerful to be sustained by humans alone, so artifacts are used to carry the burden. The Living Tribunal is, in fact, one of the most powerful beings in all of Marvel. This vast, humanoid cosmic entity protects the Multiverse from destruction. It usually intervenes when the cosmic balance is seriously threatened. In the comics, Doctor Strange was the first earth dweller to encounter this awesome being. Doctor Strange Online' title='Doctor Strange Online' />Marvel Studios has responded to the swirling controversy surrounding the casting of Tilda Swinton as The Ancient One in the upcoming Doctor Strange film. The visuals in Doctor Strange and other effectsheavy films owe an inspirational debt to Marvels dazzling comics artist Steve Ditko. Doctor Strange director and cowriter, Scott Derrickson, explains the reason why one of the films sweetest deleted scenes was cut. Interestingly, The Living Tribunals power is said to dwarf that of the Infinity Gauntlet, which is about to dominate the MCU in future movies. Either way, its good to know the Tribunal exists, just in case The Avengers dont patch things up in time. More Mystical Artifacts. Theres a lot of weird words uttered in Doctor Strange, but almost all of them are rooted in the source material. For instance, the Wand of Watoomb, which Mordo mentions in passing and is wielded by Wong at the movies climax, is a recurring Mac. Guffin in plenty of Strange stories. In the comics, there are six mystical artifacts from different dimensions that bear the name. They are objects of immense power, capable of greatly enhancing the mystical energies of the wielder. The very first Wand of Watoomb was broken until it reconstructed by the disciples of Dormammu. Mordo also wears the Vaulting Boots of Valtorr. While we cant find any mention of these specifics boots in the comics, Valtorr is another powerful mystical entity Strange invokes repeatedly in the comics. Typically, he adopts the form of a gas the Vapors of Valtorr or snakes, as you do. Stan Lee Expands His Mind. The Doors of Perception 1. Aldous Huxley. As Strange tumbles through a kaleidoscopic Manhattan, he slams into the side of a bus carrying his co creator Stan Lee. Lee is busy immersing himself in Aldous Huxleys 1. The Doors of Perception, which is a philosophical account of Huxleys experiences while using mescaline, a naturally occurring hallucinogen with effects similar to LSD. This is a reference not only to the trippy quality of Steve Ditkos early work on Strange, but also the way in which the character resonated with and in some respects, foreshadowed the trends of 1. Ditkos Dark Dimension. The influence of Stranges other creator Steve Ditko is also writ large. Nowhere is this more evident than when we enter The Dark Dimension towards the films conclusion. Credit Entertainment Weekly. Its the inimitable work of Ditko brought to the big screen. Strange Tales 1. Nicodemus West. The doctor who operates on Stranges hands and steals free crisps from that hospital vending machine is Nicodemus West. Played in the movie by Michael Stuhlbarg, West is a prominent character in The Oath 2. Doctor Strange miniseries by  Brian K. Vaughan and Marcos Martin, which heavily influenced the tone of the movie. In that story, West follows Strange to Kamar Taj and also trains under The Ancient One, before leaving prematurely and fulfilling a more devious role. Its possible West is being set up to have a larger role in future movies, or perhaps its just a nice wink to the story. Suspense Thriller Movies Doctor Who: The Infinite Quest. The Oaths Operating Scene. The Oath provided more direct inspiration for one of the movies most memorable scenes, in which Christine Palmer operates on Strange while speaking to his astral form. This scene plays out in The Oath almost identically, except in the source material its Night Nurse, not Palmer, who operates on Strange. Keep reading to discover Cumberbatchs secret second role in the movie and how they teased Brother Voodoo. Doctor Strange Online' title='Doctor Strange Online' />New Thor Ragnarok trailer confirms Doctor Strange role. The new Thor Ragnarok trailer has revealed the god of thunder may have a powerful ally. The Japanese teaser confirms that Benedict Cumberbatchs Doctor Strange will feature in the upcoming Marvel sequel. Studio Marvel uvd film Doctor Strange o svtoznmm neurochirurgovi Dr. Stephenu Strangovi, jeho ivot se zmn po straliv dopravn nehod, kter. Doctor Stephen Vincent Strange, M. D., is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by artist Steve Ditko and writer. The clip, released on Wednesday, showed much of what was seen before, but with an extended scene right at the start featuring the two heroes. Scroll down for trailer Destiny has dire plans for you The new Thor Ragnarok international trailer has confirmed Benedict Cumberbatchs Doctor Strange will appear. Levitating in the Sanctum Sanctorum, the Sorcerer Supreme issues a warning to the Asgardian, played by Chris Hemsworth. Thor, I sense a great change in your future. Destiny has dire plans for you my friend. I have dire plans for destiny, Thor replies. The scene appears to be an extension of Thor and Doctor Strange first meeting, in a post credit sequence in the latters first film last year. Ominous Levitating in the Sanctum Sanctorum, the Sorcerer Supreme issues a warning to the Asgardian, played by Chris Hemsworth. Heads up Thor, I sense a great change in your future. Destiny has dire plans for you my friend, he warns. The clip, released on Wednesday, showed much of what was seen before,including his brother Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston. Plying the son of Odin with a seemingly never ending beer, he sought assurances that if he helped him find his missing father, all three including his brother Loki would return to Asgard. The pair are also set team up to take on Thanos when they appear in Marvels uber crossover Avengers Infinity War in May 2. The other noticeable difference in the Japanese trailer was the unusual decision to change the subtitle from Ragnarok to Battle Royale. Translation The other noticeable difference in the Japanese trailer was the unusual decision to change the subtitle from Ragnarok to Battle RoyaleBaddie Ragnarok is cataclysmic event in Norse mythology that wiped out much of the gods, which Cate Blanchetts goddess of death Hela appears to be attempting to do in the trailer. The Battle Royale meanwhile undoubtedly refers to the Planet Hulk side of the plot, which sees Thor and The Hulk Mark Ruffalo forced into gladiatorial battle at the whim of Jeff Goldblums Grandmaster. Ragnarok is cataclysmic event in Norse mythology that wiped out much of the gods, which Cate Blanchetts goddess of death Hela appears to be attempting to do in the trailer. The Battle Royale meanwhile undoubtedly refers to the Planet Hulk side of the plot, which sees Thor and The Hulk Mark Ruffalo forced into gladiatorial battle at the whim of Jeff Goldblums Grandmaster. Thor Ragnarok hits theatres on November 3. Coming soon Thor Ragnarok hits theatres on November 3.