Thor: Tales of Asgard (2011)
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A young Thor and Loki sail off in search of a legendary sword. Released in 2011, it’s a Marvel film that isn’t part of the MCU timeline, so it’s optional and stands on its own. It runs 1h 17m.
| Release date | May 17, 2011 |
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| Runtime | 1h 17m |
| IMDb rating | 6.3/10 |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
A direct-to-video prequel released alongside the first Thor film.
About Thor: Tales of Asgard
Thor: Tales of Asgard is a coming-of-age story about a teenage Thor desperate to prove himself as a warrior. He talks his half-brother Loki and the Warriors Three, Fandral, Hogun and Volstagg, into hunting for a sword hidden in Jotunheim, but the quest threatens to restart a long-dormant war between Asgard and Jotunheim. Sif, Odin, the Enchantress, Fenris and Algrim also figure into the story.
It's the eighth and final film in the Marvel Animated Features line from Lionsgate and Marvel, with animation by The Answer Studio. Sam Liu directed from a script by Greg Johnson, and Craig Kyle produced. Matthew Wolf voices Thor, Rick Gomez is Loki, Tara Strong is Sif, Christopher Britton is Odin and Ashleigh Ball is the Enchantress. It was released direct-to-video on May 17, 2011, and runs 77 minutes. Reviews were mixed to positive: IGN gave it 7 out of 10, and Screen Rant found it enjoyable if not one to rewatch often.
Good to know
- It works as a prequel to Hulk vs., Wolverine and the X-Men and The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, which share its continuity.
- It closed out the eight-film Marvel Animated Features series that began with Ultimate Avengers in 2006.
- Thor is a teenager here; one reviewer suggested it could have been called Young Thor.
How to watch it
Watch it first if you're working through the shared animated universe of Hulk vs., Wolverine and the X-Men and The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, since it's a prequel to all three. MCU fans will enjoy seeing a younger, different take on Thor, Loki and the Warriors Three. Parents should know Common Sense Media flagged its violence, drinking and innuendo.
Where it fits in your watch
- All legacy Marvel films
Thor: Tales of Asgard FAQ
Who voices Thor and Loki in Thor: Tales of Asgard?
Matthew Wolf voices Thor and Rick Gomez voices Loki.
Is Thor: Tales of Asgard a prequel?
Yes. It's a prequel to Hulk vs., Wolverine and the X-Men and The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, which share the same continuity.
Is Thor: Tales of Asgard the last Marvel Animated Feature?
Yes. It was the eighth and final film in the series.
Can you skip Thor: Tales of Asgard?
Yes. It’s not on the MCU timeline, so you won’t miss any MCU story by skipping it.
When was Thor: Tales of Asgard released?
Thor: Tales of Asgard was released on May 17, 2011.
Is Thor: Tales of Asgard part of the MCU?
No. Thor: Tales of Asgard is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Thor: Tales of Asgard have a post-credit scene?
No, Thor: Tales of Asgard has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Thor: Tales of Asgard in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
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Where to watch Thor: Tales of Asgard outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
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| Canada | Not included | Rent: CosmoGo |
| India | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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