Thor: The Dark World

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Thor: The Dark World

PG-13

2013

1h 51m

Action

Adventure

Fantasy

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In ancient times, the gods of Asgard fought and won a war against an evil race known as the Dark Elves. The survivors were neutralized, and their ultimate weapon -- the Aether -- was buried in a secret location. Hundreds of years later, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) finds the Aether and becomes its host, forcing Thor (Chris Hemsworth) to bring her to Asgard before Dark Elf Malekith (Christopher Eccleston) captures her and uses the weapon to destroy the Nine Realms -- including Earth.

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Critics Consensus

It may not be the finest film to come from the Marvel Universe, but Thor: The Dark World still offers plenty of the humor and high-stakes action that fans have come to expect.

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Shubhra Gupta

The Indian Express

03/18/2019

2.5/5

Loki is the only character who makes himself new and interesting. When he is around, Thor: The Dark World becomes a different film altogether. You wish there was more of him. The rest of it is metal clanking.

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Larushka Ivan-Zadeh

metro.co.uk

09/06/2017

4/5

This feels like a really, really, expensive episode of Doctor Who. In a good way.

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Jason Bailey

Flavorwire

06/18/2016

Save for Hiddleston's too-brief supporting turn, this is mighty forgettable stuff, a by-the-numbers sequel to what was already the slightest and least entertaining of the 'Avengers' components.

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JD Duran

InSession Film

08/15/2024

A-

Thor: The Dark World is a great continuation in the Marvel Universe and it’s a better direction than Iron Man 3.

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Joseph Garcia

Dynamic Duel Podcast

04/16/2024

4/5

The high-fantasy worldbuilding and story align with what the Norse mythological superhero's adventures should be – generic villain notwithstanding.

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Patrick Cavanaugh

The Wolfman Cometh

09/20/2023

3/5

Dives deeper into the lore and mythology of the character more than other MCU entries, but there might be a reason other entries are more surface-level adventures.

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Jimmy S

@RT18176067 Aug 16

just overall terrible pacing

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Owlnese O

@RT94637942 Aug 6

A fun and visually impressive MCU adventure with strong performances from Thor and Loki. While the villain feels underdeveloped, the humor, emotional moments, and character dynamics make it an enjoyable watch.

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Jason R

@JasonLovesMoviesForever Aug 6

Many people spoke negatively about this movie but I genuinely enjoyed it! Thor was never meant to be a comedic character but a serious one! This film delivers the serious Thor we all know.

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Easton B

@Ebmoviemaster2026 Aug 3

MEH, THE VILLAINS ARE TERRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Dylan F

@Fratto_Inc Jul 28

Really enjoyed this movie. Thor and Loki are amazing

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Kat L

@Katpurr Jul 22

Far better than it gets credit for, Dark World is a delight once you rewatch it without all the baggage of competing with its predecessor. I was never born during its runtime. And o found the plight of the villains compelling, even if I wish the aliens looked a little less like Nosferatu!! Otherwise…this gem REALLY deserves a second glance.

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Synopsis

In ancient times, the gods of Asgard fought and won a war against an evil race known as the Dark Elves. The survivors were neutralized, and their ultimate weapon -- the Aether -- was buried in a secret location. Hundreds of years later, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) finds the Aether and becomes its host, forcing Thor (Chris Hemsworth) to bring her to Asgard before Dark Elf Malekith (Christopher Eccleston) captures her and uses the weapon to destroy the Nine Realms -- including Earth.

Director: Alan Taylor
Producer: Kevin Feige
Screenwriter: Christopher Yost, Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Marvel Studios
Rating: PG-13 (Some Suggestive Content|Intense Sci-Fi Action/Violence)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 8, 2013, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 6, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $206.4M
Runtime: 1h 51m
Sound Mix: Datasat, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital

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