Tessa Thompson calls 'Thor' co-star 'large toddler with bank account'

Published: Oct 14 2025

Tessa Thompson, who shared the screen with Chris Hemsworth in *Thor: Ragnarok*, has offered up one of the most subtle yet candid observations about her co-star. In 2017, the duo co-starred in the blockbuster MCU film, with Hemsworth reprising his iconic Marvel role and Thompson bringing Valkyrie to life.

Tessa Thompson calls 'Thor' co-star 'large toddler with bank account' 1

Recently, the 42-year-old actress graced the BFI London Film Festival, where she took the opportunity to promote her latest film, *Hedda*. During her appearance at the event, she reminisced about the time spent with the *Extraction* star while filming *Thor: Ragnarok*. According to Tessa, Chris is akin to a "muscular baby, a very large toddler." The *Creed* actress quipped, "He's a massive toddler, just—he’s like a toddler with a bank account."

In her view, the Australian actor possesses an uninhibited nature, willing to go to any lengths to make people laugh. Thompson elaborated, "It’s alarming... he should be contained, he has no reservations... he will do anything, you know, to elicit a laugh and to explore, so it’s a joy to collaborate with him," as reported by *Variety*.

Reflecting on her experience within the Marvel universe, she considered it a significant departure from her previous projects. Tessa explained, "I was really eager to create a film like that, because I’m not certain I can do it, and I genuinely want to see if I can. And it was just so enjoyable. It truly liberated me."

On the work front, Hemsworth unveiled the second season of his widely acclaimed documentary series *Limitless: Live Better Now* in August 2025. Moreover, he is set to reprise his role as Thor in *Avengers: Doomsday*, scheduled for release in December 2026.

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