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Thor (2011)

“Courage is immortal.”

6.8/10 · 22,769 votes 1h 55m pg-13 ActionFantasyAdventure

#86 of 249 films from 2011 #828 of 2168 in action

Directed by Kenneth Branagh · Written by J. Michael Straczynski, Zack Stentz, Ashley Miller, Don Payne

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Overview

Against his father Odin's will, The Mighty Thor - a powerful but arrogant warrior god - recklessly reignites an ancient war. Thor is cast down to Earth and forced to live among humans as punishment. Once here, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth.

Cast

Chris Hemsworthas Thor
Natalie Portmanas Jane Foster
Tom Hiddlestonas Loki
Anthony Hopkinsas Odin
Stellan Skarsgårdas Erik Selvig
Kat Denningsas Darcy Lewis
Clark Greggas Agent Coulson
Colm Feoreas King Laufey
Idris Elbaas Heimdall
Ray Stevensonas Volstagg
Tadanobu Asanoas Hogun
Josh Dallasas Fandral
Jaimie Alexanderas Sif
Rene Russoas Frigga

Facts

Release dateApril 21, 2011
Runtime115 min (1h 55m) — longer as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$150,000,000
Box office$449,326,618 (3.0× budget)
IMDbtt0800369

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Questions

How long is Thor?
Thor runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Is Thor worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 22,769 votes, which places it #86 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 66%) and #828 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Thor?
Thor was directed by Kenneth Branagh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Hamlet (1996), Belfast (2021), Much Ado About Nothing (1993).
Who stars in Thor?
Chris Hemsworth as Thor; Natalie Portman as Jane Foster; Tom Hiddleston as Loki; Anthony Hopkins as Odin; Stellan Skarsgård as Erik Selvig; Kat Dennings as Darcy Lewis.
What is Thor rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Thor?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17057.

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