
Thor: Love and Thunder
dir. Taika Waititi
57
8 sourcesSynopsis
After his retirement is interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher, a galactic killer who seeks the extinction of the gods, Thor Odinson enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg, and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster, who now wields Mjolnir as the Mighty Thor. Together they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to uncover the mystery of the God Butcher’s vengeance and stop him before it’s too late.
Critics consensus
In some ways, Thor: Love and Thunder feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU.
Audience consensus
Even though Thor: Love and Thunder's constant silliness makes it hard to invest in the more serious sides of the story, there's still plenty here to enjoy.
What resonated with audiences
'Thor: Love and Thunder' is lauded for its humor, action, and Christian Bale's performance. Criticisms include over-the-top comedy, inconsistent tone, and underutilized characters. The film continues 'Thor: Ragnarok's' style but struggles with balancing humor and serious themes. Visuals and lead chemistry are appreciated, yet some find the plot rushed and humor excessive. Jane Foster's introduction as Mighty Thor is generally well-received, though her arc feels underdeveloped. The film is entertaining but less impactful than previous Thor movies.

Directed byTaika Waititi
StarringChris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale, Tessa Thompson, Taika Waititi, Russell Crowe
Written byTaika Waititi, Jennifer Kaytin Robinson
CinematographyBarry Idoine
EditingPeter S. Elliot
MusicNami Melumad
Thor: Love and Thunder
2022 · PG-13 · 1h 59m
Fantasy, Action, Comedy
After his retirement is interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher, a galactic killer who seeks the extinction of the gods, Thor Odinson enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg, and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster, who now wields Mjolnir as the Mighty Thor. Together they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to uncover the mystery of the God Butcher’s vengeance and stop him before it’s too late.
Our Verdict
57
'Thor: Love and Thunder' is lauded for its humor, action, and Christian Bale's performance. Criticisms include over-the-top comedy, inconsistent tone, and underutilized characters. The film continues 'Thor: Ragnarok's' style but struggles with balancing humor and serious themes. Visuals and lead chemistry are appreciated, yet some find the plot rushed and humor excessive. Jane Foster's introduction as Mighty Thor is generally well-received, though her arc feels underdeveloped. The film is entertaining but less impactful than previous Thor movies.
Critics Consensus
In some ways, Thor: Love and Thunder feels like Ragnarok redux -- but overall, it offers enough fast-paced fun to make this a worthy addition to the MCU.
Audience Consensus
Even though Thor: Love and Thunder's constant silliness makes it hard to invest in the more serious sides of the story, there's still plenty here to enjoy.
