Where to start
Thor
4 versions · originally a film, 2011
The Thor franchise chronicles the mythic evolution of a fallen warrior god navigating his divine responsibilities and mortal identity.
✦ Most fans start here
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
The original movie
Thor
Kenneth Branagh · Film · 2011
Thor (2011) establishes the character's core foundation, focusing on his hubristic exile from Asgard and the transformative experience of learning humility while living among humans on Earth.
2013 film
Thor: The Dark World
Alan Taylor · Film · 2013
Thor: The Dark World (2013) expands the scope of the cosmic conflict, pitting the titular hero against a vengeful ancient race that threatens the stability of Asgard and the wider universe.
2017 film
✦ Start hereThor: Ragnarok
Taika Waititi · Film · 2017
Thor: Ragnarok (2017) offers a high-stakes, action-packed race against time, forcing the god of thunder to confront the imminent destruction of his home-world at the hands of a new threat.
2022 film
Thor: Love and Thunder
Film · 2022
Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) pulls the protagonist out of retirement to face a galactic killer, featuring the return of Jane Foster as the Mighty Thor to combat the extinction of gods.
Common questions
What order should I watch the Thor movies in?
You should watch the Thor movies in their release order to follow the character's progression. Start with Thor (2011), followed by Thor: The Dark World (2013), Thor: Ragnarok (2017), and finally Thor: Love and Thunder (2022).
Is Thor: The Dark World a direct sequel to Thor?
Yes, Thor: The Dark World (2013) is the direct sequel to the 2011 film Thor. It continues the narrative established in the first movie and serves as the second installment in the four-part Thor film series.
How many movies are in the Thor series?
There are four movies in the Thor series. These include Thor (2011), Thor: The Dark World (2013), Thor: Ragnarok (2017), and Thor: Love and Thunder (2022).
Should I watch Thor: Ragnarok after Thor: The Dark World?
Yes, you should watch Thor: Ragnarok (2017) after Thor: The Dark World (2013). Ragnarok is the third film in the series and follows the events depicted in the previous two movies.