Doctor Strange

Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) is a hotshot neurosurgeon who performs miracles with his mind and hands, saving lives from certain death. Too self-absorbed to maintain a relationship with fellow surgeon Christine (Rachel McAdams), Stephen remains in his own world of luxury and ego, only to lose everything after a horrific car accident robs him of the use of his hands. Ferocious in his quest for rehabilitation, Stephen hits rock bottom when nothing is able to help, finally turning to rumor when he hears the miraculous tale of a man named Pangborn (Benjamin Bratt), a paraplegic who learned to walk again. Finding his way to Nepal, Stephen seeks help from the Ancient One (Tilda Swinton), a mentor who resides in the secret compound Kamar-Taj, able to teach her pupil the ways of the Mystic Arts, which he refuses to accept at first. Learning about the astral dimension and the possibilities of manipulating it, Stephen begins to hone his skills, also looked after by Mordo (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and librarian Wong (a scene-stealing Benedict Wong). Growing in power, Stephen is put to the test when Kaecilius (Mads Mikkelsen) arrives on the scene, challenging the Ancient One with stolen forbidden rituals and malevolent followers.