"Thor: Ragnarok" is a 2017 superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Thor. It is the third standalone Thor film and the seventeenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by Taika Waititi, the film takes a more comedic and colorful approach compared to its predecessors.
In "Thor: Ragnarok," Chris Hemsworth reprises his role as Thor. The story follows Thor as he finds himself imprisoned on the planet Sakaar and forced to participate in gladiatorial contests against his fellow Avenger, the Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), who has also ended up on Sakaar. As they team up with new allies, including Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson) and Loki (Tom Hiddleston), they face the threat of Hela (Cate Blanchett), the goddess of death, who seeks to unleash the apocalyptic event known as Ragnarok on Asgard.
The film received widespread acclaim for its humor, vibrant visual style, and the performances of its cast. Taika Waititi's directorial approach brought a fresh and irreverent tone to the Thor series, making "Thor: Ragnarok" a fan favorite. The movie not only advanced the character development of Thor but also had significant implications for the broader MCU, leading directly into the events of "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018).