Taika Waititi's 2017 Marvel movie, Thor: Ragnarok, was the third installment in the Thor film series. It's by far the most humorous of the Marvel movies, and although some fans felt it was an unfaithful adaptation of the comic hero, Ragnarok was received well by critics. In the movie, Thor must search for his father Odin — who has gone missing from Asgard — and battle the evil Hela and Surtur to prevent Ragnarok: the end of the world.

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While the story is entertaining and easy to follow, some characters seem to exist for comedy's sake, rather than adding to the plot. Favorite characters such as Heimdall and the Warriors Three were largely unseen for the majority of the movie, focusing instead on the goofy relationship between Thor, Bruce Banner, and Loki. Indeed, Ragnarok is enjoyable and fun to watch, but some actors just didn't seem to suit their characters.

10 Nailed It: The Badass Valkyrie, A New Edition

Thor Ragnarok Valkyrie

Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie is a welcome edition to the Thor franchise, taking the typically strong and intimidating Valkyrie of Norse mythology and putting a sassy twist on the character. While in the comics the title of Valkyrie is only a rank, Thompson takes the character and turns her into her own superhero. With witty dialogue, badass fight scenes, and Thompson's excellent acting, Valkyrie was bound to become a fan favorite.

She and Thor also have an interesting relationship. Where other Marvel movies would've made Valkyrie an object of desire for the other male characters, Thor has nothing but respect for her, even confessing she is his childhood hero. Thompson presents viewers with a relatable warrior who perhaps has fought too many battles.

9 Fell Short: Skurge, The Butt Of All Jokes

Skurge holds two guns in Thor: Ragnarok

As with any comedy movie, there's bound to be one character whose sole purpose is to be the butt of all jokes. In Ragnarok, this character is Skurge, played by Karl Urban. While he begins as Hela's henchman, he comes to his senses by the end of the movie and joins forces with Thor and his companions to stop Hela.

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Skurge's character development is sudden and somewhat jarring, leaving audiences almost underwhelmed by his demise. Karl Urban is usually as great actor, as demonstrated by his larger than life character Billy Butcher from The Boys. However, his depiction of Skurge is comedic to the point of over-acting. Played for a fool throughout the movie, he appears more like a cartoon than a hardened warrior.

8 Nailed It: Grandmaster, Jeff Goldblum Being Jeff Goldblum

Grandmaster Ragnarok

Jeff Goldblum is a legendary actor, from Jurassic Park to Independence Day, and is no stranger to flexing his acting chops. With a role somewhat reflecting his own personality, Goldblum's Grandmaster is hilarious and over the top —exactly what one would expect from a man who runs a colosseum. Despite appearing briefly, audiences are captivated by Grandmaster every time he's on-screen, especially since Jeff clearly ad-libs much of his dialogue scenes. Goldblum essentially plays himself, but that is a testament to the excellent casting throughout Thor: Ragnarok.

7 Fell Short: Hela, A Boring And Motiveless Villain

Hela Ragnarok

Cate Blanchett's Hela falls short of its comic book counterpart. Depicted as Thor and Loki's sister rather than Loki's spawn, Hela is the dullest villain in the Thor franchise. Her only motive is to take over the world, and take revenge on Odin. Despite her excellent costume, Blanchett is plain and two-dimensional — although one can't blame her for being given either a poor script or lack of direction.

Considering Hela so easily destroyed Mjolnir, it seems strange Hela wasn't given the time to develop on-screen. Instead, audiences are left wondering the extent of her power, and how she's so easily defeated.

6 Nailed It: The Hilarious Korg, Another Newcomer

Korg Ragnarok

Korg is another newcomer to the franchise, and quickly became a fan favorite. Played by Taika Waititi, Korg is a Kronan with thick rock-like skin and immense strength. He's an excellent character, whose tough exterior is betrayed by his high-pitched voice and soft demeanor. While Korg is a comedic character, Waititi doesn't overstep those bounds and that is to the character's benefit. Comic relief is needed in any Marvel movie, and Waititi knew this. In many ways, if Korg had been the only comedic character in the movie, Ragnarok might've been a more balanced film. As a veteran comedic actor, Waititi is a perfect fit for the role.

5 Fell Short: Thor, From God Of Thunder To God Of Cringe

Thor Ragnarok

Thor suffers from a constant lack of identity throughout the Thor franchise, and although many viewers believe Ragnarok is the best Thor movie yet, Chris Hemsworth's character still feels far from a fully realized Thor. He has moments of gravitas but then immediately appears childish and giddy — demonstrated by his interactions with Valkyrie or Bruce Banner. Despite the crimes Loki committed, Thor resumes a playful relationship with his brother as if they were children. Hemsworth is no doubt comfortable in the role of Thor, portraying the character since 2011. However, Ragnarok indicates he hasn't quite found who he (or the studio) wants Thor to be.

4 Nailed It: Odin, The Legendary Anthony Hopkins As A Dying Father

Odin Ragnarok

Veteran actor Anthony Hopkins resumes his role as the All-Father, Odin. Having first made an appearance as the character in 2011, Hopkins was and remains the perfect casting for the all-seeing King of Asgard. Indeed, Hopkins is of an acting caliber not often seen in cinema today, and unsurprisingly so considering his wealth of experience in both theater and film

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Hopkins fits his role like a glove, not only because of his appearance but also his cool demeanor. While Odin only appears briefly in the movie, the small scene he has captivates audiences and pulls on their heartstrings — leading them to say goodbye to a beloved and integral character.

3 Fell Short: Loki, The Powerless Pretty Boy

Loki Ragnarok

In a similar sense to Hopkins' Odin, Hiddleston is no stranger to performance or the role of Loki. It's important to note every actor in the movie relied on the script, and unfortunately that script poorly presented many characters which needed further development. Loki is no exception. Hiddleston does his best with an immature and jokey script, but Loki remains two-dimensional. Like Skurge, he's the butt of many jokes which often fall flat. The only time audiences are given an insight into how the God of Mischief is feeling occurs during the scene with Odin. Overall, Loki is presented as a directionless prankster who, after his previous plots were foiled, does nothing but whine and make fun of other people's misery.

2 Nailed It: Dr. Strange, A Small But Fantastic Cameo

Dr-Strange Ragnarok

Benedict Cumberbatch returns to form as Dr. Strange, aiding Thor and Loki in their search for their missing father. Only having a brief appearance, Cumberbatch is as sassy and blunt as always. Like many British actors, Cumberbatch is no stranger to character acting, and it's unsurprising that he reprises the role with ease. Strange's interaction with Loki, and his mistrust of him, is well-placed in the canon and isn't as jarring as Thor's nonsensical trust of his brother. Moreover, Strange is more believable in his presentation, not only because of his feelings towards Thor and Loki, but also how comfortable he is in his Sanctum Sanctorum.

1 Fell Short: The Hulk/Bruce Banner, A Bumbling Buffoon

Hulk entering a battle arena in Thor: Ragnarok

Like the other main characters of Ragnarok, Bruce Banner is another example of a character who's been written for humor over substance. Ruffalo plays himself, but unlike Jeff Goldblum, this doesn't suit either of his connected character's: Bruce Banner and the Hulk. Used as a gladiator by the Grandmaster, Hulk only turns back into Banner when he sees a projection of Natasha Romanova (aka. Black Widow). The relationship between her and Banner is frequently referenced, but this often appears as shallow and misdirected. Ruffalo is awkward on-screen, and instead of this adding to his character, it takes away from much of the dialogue heavy scenes.