Chris Hemsworth is making a significant impact on Netflix, not only through his original films but also due to his impressive acting career. He first gained fame in his native Australia, where he played Kim Hyde in the popular soap opera Home and Away from 2004 to 2007. However, it was his role as the mighty Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that catapulted him to global stardom, starting with the release of Thor in 2011. Over the years, Hemsworth has reprised his iconic character in a total of eleven films, including four standalone features: Thor, Thor: The Dark World, Thor: Ragnarok, and Thor: Love and Thunder.

Despite his continued portrayal of the God of Thunder in the MCU, with a rumored fifth installment in development, Hemsworth has also found success beyond the Marvel universe. He has starred in various action films, explored the horror genre with the acclaimed 2011 film The Cabin in the Woods, and participated in multiple other projects available for streaming on Netflix. As of this writing, the streaming platform offers a total of six films featuring Hemsworth, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

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Experience the Cyber Thrills of Blackhat

Release Date: January 16, 2015

Among Chris Hemsworth’s films available on Netflix, one of the earliest is Michael Mann’s Blackhat, which debuted in theaters in early 2015. In this gripping tale, Hemsworth takes on the role of Nicholas Hathaway, a convicted hacker serving time for robbing banks. The government seeks his expertise to track down a dangerous cybercriminal who employs cyber warfare for malicious purposes. Hathaway agrees to collaborate with law enforcement but only under his own conditions, leading to a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase. The cast also features talented actors like Viola Davis, Holt McCallany, Tang Wei, Ritchie Coster, and Yorick van Wageningen.

Unfortunately, Blackhat failed to achieve commercial success, grossing just under $20 million against a hefty production budget of $70 million, leaving Universal Pictures disappointed. Critics also panned the film, attributing its lackluster performance to competition from the highly successful biographical war drama American Sniper. With a Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer score of 33 percent and an Audience Score of 25 percent, Blackhat remains a lesser-known entry in Hemsworth’s filmography, but it is still accessible for viewers on Netflix.

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Explore the Historical Drama of In The Heart Of The Sea

Release Date: December 11, 2015

Another noteworthy film released in 2015 featuring Chris Hemsworth is In the Heart of the Sea, which was added to Netflix’s streaming library in late 2024 and quickly gained traction among viewers. Directed by Ron Howard, this historical drama recounts the true events surrounding the sinking of the Essex, a whaling ship, in 1820—a tale that partially inspired Herman Melville’s renowned 1851 novel, Moby Dick. In this film, Hemsworth portrays Owen Chase, the first mate of the Essex, navigating the harrowing challenges of survival at sea. The film also features a talented ensemble cast, including Benjamin Walker, Cillian Murphy, Tom Holland, Brendan Gleeson, and Ben Whishaw.

In real life, the Essex embarked on its perilous whaling voyage in August 1819 from Nantucket. A little over a year into their expedition, a vengeful whale attacked the ship. On November 20, 1820, 2,000 miles west of Ecuador, the whale repeatedly rammed into the vessel, resulting in its eventual sinking. Viewers curious about the fate of the crew and whether they survived being stranded at sea will find the answers in Hemsworth’s compelling retelling of this Moby Dick origin story available on Netflix.

Regrettably, similar to Blackhat, In the Heart of the Sea also underperformed at the box office. With a gross of just $94.3 million against a production budget of $100 million, its financial performance was disappointing, albeit slightly better than that of Blackhat. The film’s commercial challenges were attributed to fierce competition from major franchise releases, notably The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 and Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the latter of which became one of the highest-grossing movies in history.

Release Date: April 24, 2020

Marking his first major success with Netflix, Chris Hemsworth starred in the action-packed thriller Extraction, directed by Sam Hargrave and penned by Joe Russo, who is well-known for his work in the Marvel universe. This gripping film is based on the graphic novel Ciudad by Ande Parks and the Russo brothers, featuring Hemsworth as Tyler Rake, an Australian black-ops mercenary. The plot revolves around Tyler’s dangerous mission to rescue the kidnapped son of an Indian drug lord, which quickly spirals out of control, leading him to question whom he can trust.

Extraction achieved remarkable success for Netflix. In just a couple of months post-release, it became the streaming service’s most-watched film, attracting over 99 million households. While it may no longer hold that title—having been surpassed by Red Notice in November 2021—it undeniably demonstrated the potential of Netflix’s original films and prompted the decision to create a sequel.

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Dive into the Intriguing Story of Spiderhead

Release Date: June 17, 2022

Continuing his collaboration with Netflix, Chris Hemsworth starred in the 2022 science fiction psychological thriller Spiderhead, directed by Joseph Kosinski and written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, known for their work on Deadpool and Deadpool 2. This thought-provoking film follows a group of inmates at a high-tech prison called Spiderhead, where they participate in experimental drug trials designed to reduce their sentences. Hemsworth plays Steve Abnesti, the overseer of these trials, alongside Miles Teller as Jeff and Jurnee Smollett as Lizzy.

While Spiderhead did not achieve the monumental success of Extraction, it nevertheless contributed to Hemsworth’s impressive filmography. Its performance was inevitably compared to the high bar set by Extraction, leading many viewers to overlook this intriguing narrative, though it remains accessible on Netflix for those interested in exploring its unique premise.

Release Date: June 16, 2023

The immense success of Extraction led Netflix to greenlight a highly anticipated sequel. In Extraction 2, Chris Hemsworth reprises his role as Tyler Rake, with Sam Hargrave and Joe Russo returning as director and writer, respectively. Joining the cast are Golshifteh Farahani and Adam Bessa, reprising their roles, along with newcomers Olga Kurylenko and Idris Elba. This time, Tyler embarks on a mission to rescue a drug lord’s family from a prison in Georgia, promising an adrenaline-fueled narrative that fans will not want to miss.

The sequel to Extraction followed the same successful path as its predecessor, quickly becoming one of Netflix’s top films with nearly 130 million views within the first few months of its release. This overwhelming response solidified Netflix’s commitment to the franchise, officially announcing Extraction 3 in June 2023, with Hemsworth and Hargrave both returning for the next installment. While a release date has yet to be confirmed, Netflix has now branded Extraction as a franchise, indicating that fans can expect more thrilling sequels in the future.

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Uncover the Epic Story of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Release Date: May 24, 2024

Chris Hemsworth’s latest film to grace Netflix is Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, the fifth entry in the Mad Max franchise that debuted in theaters in May 2024. Unfortunately, this highly anticipated prequel did not perform well at the box office, grossing $173.8 million against a production budget of $168 million. Many fans speculated that its disappointing performance could be attributed to its status as a prequel, which often lacks the same allure as sequels to audiences. However, <em>Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga</em> received widespread acclaim, adding yet another impressive chapter to the Mad Max saga.

In Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Hemsworth portrays Dementus, a warlord leading the Biker Horde who kidnapped Furiosa during her youth, raising her as his surrogate daughter. His performance as the villain has garnered praise, with critics highlighting his portrayal as one of his most compelling roles. Jada Yuan of The Washington Post noted that Hemsworth has “created one of the all-time-great screen villains.” Despite its box office challenges, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga holds the potential to find greater success on Netflix.

Sources: Rotten Tomatoes, The Washington Post