The movie's plot follows Thor and the villain, Gorr the God Butcher, played by Christian Bale. In order to battle Gorr, Thor asks for help from Valkyrie, Korg, and his ex-girlfriend, Jane Foster. 

The film was directed by Taika Waititi, who has also directed films such as Thor: Ragnarok (2017) and JOJO Rabbit (2019). The filmmaker also voices the character of Korg. 

While audiences seem eager to rush to the theater to watch the beloved character on the big screen, critics appear to be less thrilled. 

According to the film currently as a Cinema Score of B+, which isn't exactly terrible and is more on the favorable side. 

However, most MCU movies usually garner a grade of A- or higher, including the original Thor (2011). 

Deadline reported that

'Energy levels and tone run wildly mixed, leaning positive, as Thor chatter has returned to pre-pandemic cynicism, playfulness, and criticism from the MCU,' the corporation stated. 

'Some wonder if this is a comedy, while others explain that this project swings from superhero to Taika Waititi-land improv playfulness.' 

Owen Gleiberman, chief film critic for

Despite the mixed critical reviews, it has not deterred Thor from taking over the number one spot in the box office.