The 2017 film Thor: Ragnarok is widely considered a "soft reboot" for the character, shifting from a Shakespearean drama style to a vibrant, comedic space adventure. Critics from Rotten Tomatoes praised its "crackling script" and the kinetic energy brought by director Taika Waititi. The story is built around several key narrative pillars:

: In a narrative twist, Thor realizes that to save his people, he must actually trigger the prophecy of Ragnarok (the destruction of Asgard) to defeat Hela.

: The film explores the evolving, often hilarious rivalry between Thor and Loki, moving them from bitter enemies toward a tenuous but genuine alliance.

The film is available to stream on Disney+ and Netflix in some regions. Thor: Ragnarok (2017) | Rotten Tomatoes

: Thor is exiled to the junk planet Sakaar, where he is forced into gladiatorial combat. This segment introduces a team of "Revengers," including a socially awkward Hulk and the disillusioned Valkyrie.

: Hela, the Goddess of Death, returns to claim the throne of Asgard, revealing dark secrets about Odin’s imperialist past. This forces Thor to confront the reality that "Asgard is a people, not a place."