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How "Avengers" star Benedict Cumberbatch spent a day off in Atlanta

Photo: Jessica Fontana

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Photo: Jessica Fontana
By Jennifer Brett
July 5, 2017

Benedict Cumberbatch is among the galaxy of stars in Atlanta this summer filming Marvel's next two "Avengers" movies.

While the combined budget of $1 billion suggests a robust and demanding project, the "Sherlock" star who plays Dr. Strange in the Marvel flicks did get away for a little sally in town.

Here he is with a new friend he met at the Georgia Aquarium!

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