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The Rise of Tessa Thompson: From Television to the Big Screen
Tessa Thompson, a talented American actress, has captivated audiences worldwide with her captivating performances. With undeniable charisma and remarkable versatility, she has stood out in successful films such as "Creed," "Thor: Ragnarok," and "Men in Black: International." From small screen to big screen, Tessa Thompson continues to impress film lovers with her incredible work and commitment to diverse roles.
1. Men in Black: International
Synopsis: The Men in Black have always protected Earth from the universe's debris. In this new adventure, they must face an unprecedented threat, a mole within the organization.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth, Liam Neeson
Release Date: June 12, 2019
Box Office Revenue: $253 million
All you need to know: This film is a spin-off of the Men In Black franchise, with Tessa Thompson reprising the role of a new MIB agent.
2. Thor: Ragnarok
Synopsis: Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe without his mighty hammer and finds himself in a race against time to return to Asgard and stop Ragnarok—the destruction of his home world and the end of Asgardian civilization—at the hands of a new, immensely powerful threat, the goddess of death Hela.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth, Cate Blanchett
Release Date: November 3, 2017
Box Office Revenue: $854 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson plays the role of Valkyrie, an alcoholic Asgardian warrior, in this Marvel superhero film.
3. Creed II
Synopsis: Adonis Creed must face an opponent connected to his family history, which calls into question his personal life and boxing career.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone
Release Date: November 21, 2018
Box Office Revenue: $214 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson plays a singer-songwriter with whom Adonis Creed begins a romantic relationship.
4. Avengers: Endgame
Synopsis: The remaining Avengers attempt one last time to defeat Thanos and bring back their fallen allies.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans
Release Date: April 26, 2019
Box Office Revenue: $2.798 billion
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson reprises her role as Valkyrie from Thor: Ragnarok in this epic installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
5. Thor: Love and Thunder
Synopsis: The God of Thunder, Thor, faces new challenges as Jane Foster becomes the new Thor.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman
Release Date: May 6, 2022 (scheduled)
Box Office Revenue: N/A (upcoming film)
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson will reprise her role as Valkyrie in this highly anticipated sequel to the Thor franchise.
6. Selma
Synopsis: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. leads a dangerous campaign to secure voting rights for Black people through peaceful protest in Selma, Alabama.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo
Release Date: January 9, 2015
Box Office Revenue: $66.8 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson plays Diane Nash, a civil rights activist, in this biographical film about Martin Luther King Jr.
7. Annihilation
Synopsis: A biologist joins a secret mission to discover what happened to her missing husband in a mysterious zone covered by a phenomenon called "the Shimmer."
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh
Release Date: February 23, 2018
Box Office Revenue: $43.1 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson plays Josie Radek, a physicist, in this psychological science fiction film.
8. Westworld (TV Series)
Synopsis: A science fiction series set in a futuristic amusement park populated by androids where guests can live out their fantasies without consequences.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Evan Rachel Wood, Jeffrey Wright
Premiere: October 2, 2016
Total Revenue: N/A (TV series)
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson joins the series cast as a main character starting from season two.
9. Sorry to Bother You
Synopsis: A young Black man uncovers a frightening secret about the company he works for, plunging him into a world of terrifying privileges.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Lakeith Stanfield, Armie Hammer
Release Date: July 13, 2018
Box Office Revenue: $17.5 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson portrays Detroit, an artistic activist, in this satirical comedy about capitalism and racism.
10. Dear White People
Synopsis: Black students navigate a predominantly white university while confronting various prejudices and obstacles along the way.
Cast: Tessa Thompson, Tyler James Williams, Teyonah Parris
Premiere: May 28, 2014
Box Office Revenue: $4 million
All you need to know: Tessa Thompson plays Sam White, a communications student and activist, in this television series based on the film of the same name.