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

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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