The meteoric rise of Tessa Thompson: from tomboy to Hollywood superstar

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.