Sorry, this item is not available in
Image not available for
Color:
Image not available

To view this video download Flash Player

 

or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
Sell Us Your Item
For up to a $0.09 Gift Card
Trade in
More Buying Choices
Have one to sell? Sell yours here

Thor (2011)

Chris Hemsworth , Natalie Portman , Kenneth Branagh  |  PG-13 |  DVD
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,383 customer reviews)

List Price: $29.98
Price: $19.99 & FREE Shipping on orders over $25. Details
You Save: $9.99 (33%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.
Want it Friday, June 21? Choose One-Day Shipping at checkout. Details
Watch Instantly with Prime Members Rent Buy
Thor
$0.00
$1.99 $14.99

Other Formats & Versions

Amazon Price New from Used from
Blu-ray Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy $28.48  
DVD Widescreen Edition $19.99  

Frequently Bought Together

Thor + Captain America: The First Avenger + Marvel's The Avengers
Price for all three: $59.91

Buy the selected items together

What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?


Product Details

  • Actors: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman
  • Directors: Kenneth Branagh
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
  • Dubbed: French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Paramount Pictures
  • DVD Release Date: September 13, 2011
  • Run Time: 115 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,383 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0034G4P80
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #901 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Thor" on IMDb

Special Features

- Commentary by director Kenneth Branagh
- 4 Deleted Scenes with optional commentary
- Road to the Avengers

[Special features should be selected 'ON' to view the same]

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Of all the folks in long underwear to be tapped for superhero films, Thor would seem to be the most problematic to properly pull off. (Hypothetical Hollywood conversation: "A guy in a tricked-out, easily merchandisable metal suit? Great! An Asgardian God of Thunder who says stuff like thee and thou? Um, is Moon Knight available?") Thankfully, the resulting film does its source material rather proud, via a committed cast and an approach that doesn't shy away from the over-the-top superheroics. When you're dealing with a flying guy wielding a huge hammer, gritty realism can be overrated, really. Blending elements from the celebrated comic arcs by Walter Simonson and J. Michael Straczynski, the story follows the headstrong Thunder God (Chris Hemsworth) as he is banished to Earth and stripped of his powers by his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins) after inadvertently starting a war with a planet of ticked-off Frost Giants. As his traitorous brother Loki (the terrific Tom Hiddleston) schemes in the wings, Thor must redeem himself and save the universe, with the aid of a beautiful scientist (Natalie Portman). Although director Kenneth Branagh certainly doesn't skimp on the in-jokes and fan-pleasing continuity references (be prepared to stick around after the credits, Marvel fans), his film distinguishes itself by adopting a larger-than-life cosmic Shakespearean air that sets itself apart from both the cerebral, grounded style made fashionable by The Dark Knight and the loose-limbed Rat Packish vibe of the Iron Man series. Glorying in the absolute unreality of its premise, Branagh's film is a swooping, Jack Kirby-inspired saga that brings the big-budget grins on a consistent basis, as well as tying in with the superhero battle royale The Avengers. --Andrew Wright

Product Description

The epic adventure Thor spans the Marvel universe from present-day Earth to the cosmic realm of Asgard. At the center of the story is The Mighty Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless actions reignite an ancient war. As a result, Thor is banished to Earth where he is forced to live among humans. When the most dangerous villain of his world sends its darkest forces to invade Earth, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
381 of 440 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Epic, heroic fantasy. May 8, 2011
Format:DVD
Thor is Marvel's best superhero movie yet. It is even better than the first Iron Man and The Incredible Hulk films. It is also the most visually stunning of any Marvel film, with gorgeous fantasy settings, great costumes, and spectacular special effects.

In the same way as Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight worked just as well as a crime drama as a superhero movie, Thor works just as well as a standalone fantasy film. Even if I had not known that I was watching a comic book movie, I would have been just as happy with the story. In fact, I would say that you don't actually need to be familiar with the characters or the comic mythology to enjoy the film.

The story is set half in Asgard, the realm of the gods, and half in our world, Earth. Thor, the son of the king of Asgard, the wise Odin, is a proud and arrogant king-in-waiting. He makes a foolish mistake that brings his world to the brink of war and his father exiles him to our world as punishment, and maybe to teach him how to be a better man. On Earth, Thor makes some new friends and even begins to fall in love with a pretty scientist. Meanwhile, in Asgard, his brother Loki begins to put into motion a plot that may threaten Thor's home.

Two things about the film really stood out to me. The first is the absolutely beautiful settings and solid world-building in the movie. Asgard looks amazing, with settings such as the Rainbow Bridge, a crystal structure with colored lights running through it, spanning a sea that flows into a massive waterfall, cascading down into the open cosmos. Also, great costuming really makes the gods stand out, and adds to the film's epic feel. The second thing was the character of Loki, the film's antagonist.
... Read more ›
Was this review helpful to you?
144 of 166 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars MUCH more than I expected September 8, 2011
Format:Amazon Instant Video
I went to see this with our 9 year old son, honestly not expecting very much. While I have enjoyed Portman and Hopkins in a number of roles, I felt this would be just another comic book hero movie with a bad script, extremely predictable character development, and unoriginal attempts at humor.
I was wrong...
Not only did I AND our 9 year old boy enjoy THOR, our 13 year old daughter, 15 year old goddaughter, and two more of our daughter's friends enjoyed it...ALL 3 TIMES WE SAW IT!!!
That's right...I saw THOR with our kids 3 times. Granted, this is a bit over-killed, but we thoroughly enjoyed the movie every time and plan to purchase it on opening DVD release day. Here's why:
1. I felt it was age appropriate.
2. Was it violent, sure...was it gory, no.
3. It had clear lines of good and bad, treated well with a myriad of complexities that led people to their struggles...so it felt honest.
4. I thought it was a GREAT play into the Avengers movie that is on the way.
5. I felt Branagh did a wonderful job directing...they should consider allowing him to direct the Avengers.
Rent this one...buy it...whatever works for you. It's good entertainment with plenty of action, quick wit, and a sweet redemption in the end. No Oscars here, but a good film nonetheless...thumbs up!
Was this review helpful to you?
130 of 164 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Thor June 19, 2011
Format:Blu-ray
Comic book fans get a lot of flak for being nerds, dweebs and geeks; or at least they used to. Now comics are en vogue as millions of people attend geekfests like Comic Con; although whether that's to see the movie and television stars in attendance remains to be seen. Comic book characters are our mythology, they rival the super powered beings and gods of ancient Greek, Mesopotamian, and Viking mythology. We as humans have always felt this need to look up to higher powers to sort out our lives, believing that the fate of our race is better left in the hands of someone capable of bending the rules of physics. It's only natural then that eventually the worlds of comics and ancient mythology would collide as it does in the new Marvel movie Thor.

Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is the arrogant first born son of King Odin (Anthony Hopkins) of Asgard, and the rightful heir to the throne. When Thor commits an act that could lead to war between Asgard and the Frostgiants, with whom they have a very shaky truce, Odin strips Thor of his powers and banishes him to Earth until he learns humility. On Earth Thor is found by astrophysicist Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) and her team (Stellan Skarsgard, Kat Dennings) as they study atmospheric disturbances in New Mexico.

Thor is one of Marvel's lesser known properties, despite having been created by Stan Lee back in 1962. An integral character in Marvel's super powered team The Avengers, the movie version of the comic book was announced not long after the success of Iron Man as part of Marvel Studios attempt to bring The Avengers to the big screen.
... Read more ›
Was this review helpful to you?
46 of 59 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars What a Thor movie should be like! June 11, 2011
By Jim
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Thor is a difficult comic hero to bring to the big screen, but director Kenneth Branagh (Hamlet) has pulled it off with ease. What helps though is that Chris Hemsworth is perfectly cast as Thor and Tom Hiddleston is as well cast as his evil brother Loki. Plus, unlike with Iron Man 2, you get plenty of action to please you as well.
Roger Ebert hated Thor and thinks that every Marvel film since Spider-Man 2, just hasn't been as good. However, Thor is the way it should be. What is a good comic adaption according to Ebert anyway, was Thor supposed use his powers to deliver pizza ? Was he supposed to spend half the movie pouring his heart out to Natalie Portman's answering machine as she just stands there listening looking annoyed ?
After Thor loses his powers when he comes to Earth, was he supposed to strut down the street with a smile on his face as the song "rain drops falling on my head" plays ? No! Thor works as a magical and macho fantasy and that's exactly what a Thor movie should be!
Was this review helpful to you?
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
Entertaining movie with good special effects and interesting (enough) plot. Cast well and kept me interested. Wish there was a continuation / another movie to follow-up on this.
Published 1 day ago by putzy32
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this movie
This movie is great and watching it in 3D made watching it even better. I love the marvel books series.
Published 1 day ago by Elisa
4.0 out of 5 stars Thor
This is a action Movie and the suspense is just great, I enjoy movies like this plus I am a big fan of sci-fi.
Published 1 day ago by R
5.0 out of 5 stars More Thor please
I love this movie. Chris is awesome!!! Can't wait for the sequel to come out!!!! I would totally recommend to anyone
Published 2 days ago by Mar
4.0 out of 5 stars excellent special effects
The special effects were great. Comic book aficionados will love it. Best viewed on High Def TV. Will consider buying BlueRay cd
Published 2 days ago by James O. Hehling
4.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed it
While it's not QUITE the greatest movie ever made.....there is something about this movie that I like. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Tom.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Comic Book Movie
I've been a Thor fan since childhood comic days. This movie did a great job on keeping my perception of Thor alive. Read more
Published 2 days ago by R. Fordham
4.0 out of 5 stars 'Thor' - A Fun Movie
I found 'Thor' to be an entertaining movie with a good story line and plenty of action. I am a fan of Norse mythology so I did raise an eyebrow a few times with some of the... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Wilfred Was
5.0 out of 5 stars Live this movie
This movie has it all... Humor, romance, mischief, villains, contracted, drama.... It's great. I've seen it countless times. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Anonymous
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie.
I liked this movie. A lot better than I expected and it well worth buying. Kids always enjoy these movies and I do too.
Published 3 days ago by reavis2985
Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought


Forums

Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions

Topic From this Discussion
What extras are included in the 3 diff. versions?
I was looking all over the net for this information also. I find the extras are given for the blu ray/dvd/digital combo pack and the blu ray3D/blu ray/dvd combo pack, but no mention of any extras on the dvd only version. I would like to know the extras on the dvd version.

P.S. I just found a... Read more
Aug 20, 2011 by RMB |  See all 3 posts
$45 MSRP
I agree. Why can I buy Iron Man 2 (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy) for an MSRP $29.99 while this movie for the same media format is $44.99? I discovered this since I was going to purchase it today, but now I have second thoughts. I feel like I'm being taken advantage of. :(
Apr 14, 2012 by sabrefox |  See all 3 posts
When will this be out with just the blu ray disc
Much agreed. I utterly LOATHE buying these "Blu-Ray/DVD Combo" packs. But, as you imply, when there is no other format available, you're left with little choice.

If I wanted the DVD, I would buy the DVD. This is supposed to be a Blu-Ray release and I don't happen to feel that we should... Read more
Dec 4, 2011 by Brian |  See all 3 posts
What comic book series or character would you like to see made into a...
Cpatain America is coming later this summer. Now that Disney owns Marvel Comics they see they have a great potential for live superhero movies, thus beign the money making giant and marketing aristocrats they are, they surely are planning on doing lots more in the future.

As for their DC... Read more
Jun 18, 2011 by E. Ocasio |  See all 26 posts
3D - Where is it?
In case you haven't found it yet, they are offering a 3D format
http://www.amazon.com/Thor-Three-Disc-Combo-Blu-ray-Digital/dp/B0055EAJ7A/ref=sr_1_3?s=dvd&ie=UTF8&qid=1308801742&sr=1-3
Jun 22, 2011 by Michael D. Williamson |  See all 8 posts
Why can't I rent it? Be the first to reply
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 




Look for Similar Items by Category