The Best Characters In The Thor Movies
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Comic book movie fans, we are ranking the greatest characters in the Thor movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From 2011's Thor to 2018's Thor: Ragnarok, the best Thor series characters have possibly changed the most in the MCU. Who is the best Thor character?
Featuring characters such as Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Hemidal (Idris Elba), and Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), and of course, Thor himself (Chris Hemsworth), this list of Thor movie characters includes memorable villains, from the Frost Giants to Hela (Cate Blanchett), and famous cameos like Jeff Goldblum as Grandmaster.
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- 1Tom HiddlestonLoki is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber and penciller Jack Kirby, a version of the character first appeared in Venus #6 (August 1949). The modern day incarnation of Loki first appeared in Journey into Mystery #85 (October 1962). The character, which is based on the Norse deity of the same name, is the Asgardian god of mischief. He is the adopted brother and often enemy of the superhero Thor, however over the years the character has been depicted as an antihero. In 2009, Loki was ranked as IGN's 8th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time and in 2014 was ranked again by IGN, this time as the 4th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time. Tom Hiddleston portrays the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
- 2Chris HemsworthThor is a fictional superhero that appears in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character, based on the Norse mythological deity of the same name, is the Asgardian god of thunder and possesses the enchanted hammer Mjolnir, which grants him the ability of flight and weather manipulation amongst his other superhuman attributes. Debuting in the Silver Age of Comic Books, the character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by editor-plotter Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller-plotter Jack Kirby. He has starred in several ongoing series and limited series, and is a founding member of the superhero team the Avengers, appearing in each volume of that series. The character has also appeared in associated Marvel merchandise including animated television series, clothing, toys, trading cards, video games, and movies. The 2011 film Thor, based on the character and comic, was directed by Kenneth Branagh and starred Chris Hemsworth as Thor. Hemsworth reappears as Thor in The Avengers and Thor: The Dark World and will reprise his role in the sequels Avengers: Age of Ultron and Thor: Ragnarok as a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise.
- 3Mark RuffaloThe Hulk is a fictional superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, and first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1. Throughout his comic book appearances, the Hulk is portrayed as a large green humanoid that possesses near limitless superhuman strength and great invulnerability, attributes that grow more potent the angrier he becomes. Hulk is the alter ego of Bruce Banner, a socially withdrawn and emotionally reserved physicist who physically transforms into the Hulk under emotional stress and other specific circumstances at will or against it; these involuntary transformations lead to many complications in Banner's life. When transformed, the Hulk often acts as a disassociated personality separate from Banner. Over the decades of Hulk stories, the Hulk has been represented with several personalities based on Hulk and Banner's fractured psyche, ranging from mindless savage to brilliant warrior, and Banner has taken control of the Hulk's form on occasion.
- 4Idris ElbaHeimdall is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe, based on the god Heimdallr of Norse mythology. Heimdall is played by Idris Elba in the live-action films Thor and Thor: The Dark World.
- 5Taika WaititiKorg is a character in the Marvel Comics universe and is first seen in The Incredible Hulk #93 during the Planet Hulk storyline. Created by Greg Pak, Korg was inspired by Thor's origin story and was later retconned in The Incredible Hulk #94 into one of the stone creatures that fought Thor in Journey into Mystery #83 released in 1963.
- 6Peter Hooten, Bryce Johnson, Benedict CumberbatchDoctor Stephen Vincent Strange, best known under his alias Doctor Strange, is a fictional superhero that appears in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. A former neurosurgeon, Strange serves as the Sorcerer Supreme, the primary protector of Earth against magical and mystical threats. Debuting in the Silver Age of comics, the character has been featured in several eponymous comics series and licensed derivative media including video games, an animated television show, films, and merchandise such as trading cards and figurines. A Marvel Studios live-action film adaptation, starring Benedict Cumberbatch in the titular role, is set for a 2016 theatrical release.
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Valkyrie
Tessa Thompson - 8Anthony HopkinsOdin is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is first mentioned in Journey into Mystery #85, then first appears in Journey into Mystery #86, and was adapted from the Odin of Norse mythology by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. He is the father of Thor and former king of Asgard. Sir Anthony Hopkins portrays Odin in the 2011 superhero feature film, Thor, and reprised his role in the 2013 sequel, Thor: The Dark World.
- 9Rene RussoFrigga is a fictional character appearing in books published by Marvel Comics, in particular those featuring the superhero Thor, who is Frigga's son. Based on Frigg of Norse mythology, she was created by writers Stan Lee and Robert Bernstein and artist Joe Sinnott, and first appeared in Journey into Mystery #92.
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Hela
Cate Blanchett - 11Jaimie AlexanderSif is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics, in particular those featuring Thor. Based on the Norse goddess Sif, she was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby and first appeared in Journey Into Mystery #102. As an Asgardian warrior and lover of Thor, Sif often accompanies Thor into battle. She has also battled alongside Balder, who has developed an unrequited attraction to her, as she never shows affection for anyone but Thor and certain individuals who have proved worthy to wield his hammer, Mjolnir, such as the noble alien warrior Beta Ray Bill and the mortal Eric Masterson. Sif has appeared in various media adaptations of Thor, including the 2011 film Thor, its 2013 sequel Thor: The Dark World, and the television series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., in which she is portrayed by actress Jaimie Alexander.
- 12Clark GreggPhillip "Phil" Coulson is a fictional character portrayed by American actor Clark Gregg and presented in his likeness. The details of his character vary between portrayals, but he is always a spy working for the fictional espionage agency S.H.I.E.L.D.. The character first appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a shared fictional universe that is the setting of several superhero films and television series produced by Marvel Studios, and, due to his popularity, has gone on to appear in the mainstream Marvel Comics universe, animated television series, video games, and more expanded media. Within the films, Coulson was originally used to represent S.H.I.E.L.D.'s involvement in the plot, to the point of being described as "the S.H.I.E.L.D. agent" by Gregg. The character originally appeared in Iron Man, the first film in the MCU. Gregg then signed a multi-picture deal with Marvel and the character went on to appear in Iron Man 2, Thor, and The Avengers. He is a primary character of Marvel Television's ensemble spy-fi series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., has appeared in two Marvel One-Shots, and has been featured in multiple tie-in comics, all also set in the MCU.
- 13Jeremy RennerHawkeye (Clinton Francis "Clint" Barton) is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Don Heck, the character first appeared as a villain in Tales of Suspense #57 (Sept. 1964) and later joined the Avengers in The Avengers #16 (May 1965). He has been a prominent member of the team ever since. He was also ranked at #44 on IGN's Top 100 Comic Book Heroes list.
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Grandmaster
- 15Kat DenningsDarcy is a fictional character in the 2011 fantasy action/adventure/superhero film Thor.
- 16Stellan SkarsgårdProfessor Erik Selvig is a fictional character from the Thor saga.
- 17Ray StevensonVolstagg is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics Universe, and is a charter member of the Warriors Three, a trio of Asgardian adventurers and supporting cast of Thor. He is known for having multiple children. These include, but are not limited to, Hilde, Rolfe and the adopted Midgardians Kevin and Mick.
- 18Tadanobu AsanoHogun is a fictional character from Thor 2.
- 19Natalie PortmanJane Foster is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics, usually as a supporting character of the superhero Thor. For many years she was a nurse employed by Dr. Donald Blake, Thor's human host. Created by writers Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, and artist Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #84. She has also appeared in various media adaptations of Thor, including the 2011 feature film Thor, and the 2013 sequel Thor: The Dark World, portrayed by actress Natalie Portman.
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Surtur
Clancy Brown - 21
Skurge
Karl Urban - 22Josh Dallas, Zachary LeviFandral the Dashing is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a charter member of the Warriors Three, a trio of Asgardian adventurers consisting of Fandral, Hogun the Grim, and Volstagg the Valiant. They are members of the supporting cast in Marvel's Thor comics and usually provide comic relief and side-adventures. Fandral was portrayed by Josh Dallas in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Thor and by Zachary Levi in Thor: The Dark World and Thor: Ragnarok.
- 23Samuel VincentMiek is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics, first seen in The Incredible Hulk vol. 3 #92 during the "Planet Hulk" storyline.
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The Collector
Benicio del Toro - 25
Topaz
Rachel House - 26
Frost Giants
Various actors - 27Colm FeoreLaufey is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is depicted usually as an enemy of the Asgardian king Odin, father of Thor. He is the King of the Frost Giants, the biological father of Thor's adopted brother and archenemy, Loki. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, he first appeared in Journey into Mystery #112 (Jan. 1965), and was based on the frost giantess of the same name who in Norse mythology was actually the mother of Loki. Colm Feore portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Thor (2011).
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Tyr
Clive Russell - 29
Carina
Ophelia Lovebond - 30
Ian Boothby
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