Thor: Ragnarok

Did You Know?

• Thor: Ragnarok is the third film in the Thor series, following Thor (2011) and Thor: The Dark World (2013), and marks a tonal shift with its humor and vibrant aesthetic.
• Directed by Taika Waititi, known for his work on What We Do in the Shadows (2014) and Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016), the film embraces his unique comedic style.
• The film features the return of many key characters from the Thor and Avengers films, including Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), and Heimdall (Idris Elba).
• Cate Blanchett plays the villain Hela, the Goddess of Death, who destroys Thor’s hammer, Mjolnir, and serves as the primary antagonist of the film.
• Thor: Ragnarok introduced the character of Valkyrie, played by Tessa Thompson, who became a fan favorite and later returned in Avengers: Endgame (2019).
• The film’s visual style was inspired by 1970s comic book art, and it features bold, neon colors and a retro-futuristic aesthetic.
• Jeff Goldblum portrays the eccentric Grandmaster, a character based on the Marvel Comics villain of the same name, who rules over Sakaar.
• The film’s soundtrack features a mix of 1970s rock music, including songs like Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song,” which plays during a key action sequence.
• Taika Waititi voiced the character of Korg, a rock-like alien who provides comic relief and forms an unlikely friendship with Thor and his team.
• Thor: Ragnarok received critical acclaim for its fresh tone, humor, and visual style, and it grossed over $850 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2017.