When it comes to seeing an action packed movie this year, “Thor” doesn’t disappoint. The sequel to the 2011 film, Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World” premiered Nov. 8 and with it came action packed thrills, comedic humor and travels to other worlds.

Directed by Alan Taylor, the Asgard hammer-wielding god of thunder himself, played by Australian actor Chris Hemsworth, returns for a third time following up the 2012 film, “The Avengers.” He brings just as much hammer-smashing comic book action as he did then. The movie, like its predecessor, was released in 3D format for viewers wishing to experience this fun thrill ride through the magic of three-dimensional screening.

The film begins with action-packed sequences as Thor makes a dramatic entrance to the screen. His allies are seen fighting off a threat in another realm, which seems more like the purpose for sport and fun than actual defending. But when Thor shows up, a misdemeanor like that isn’t much of a problem.

The film concerns a threat that collides with human scientist and Thor’s love interest, Jane Foster, played by Natalie Portman. The threat is beyond Thor’s power and Asgard’s as well, which makes Thor seek help from some unlikely people, such as his adoptive brother Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston, who returns from the previous film in which he was the main villain.

As a matter of fact, a section of the film explores Thor and Loki’s relationship. It is as if they are exploring if one still exists, considering the grudge Thor holds from the previous film. Thor still has no trust for his brother whatsoever.

The choreography and computer generated images throughout the movie are well done. They do not hold back when enemies need to be smashed across the screen by the might of Thor’s hammer. The most epic fight scenes do not only feature the god of thunder himself, but also the warriors of Asgard with their expiratory skills in hand to hand combat as well as their weaponry expertise with swords and staffs. It’s amazing to see.

Humor throughout the film starts from the humans, especially from Foster’s partner and best friend, Darcy Lewis, played by Kat Dennings. Viewers who have seen past Marvel films will realize this aspect is not new to Marvel. The trend is common. The two sides of the story, Thor’s world in Asgard and the human world, work well with the intense action sequences. It’s a good mix and the outcome is a fun film.

“Thor: The Dark World,” like other Marvel films, doesn’t disappoint and keeps viewers wanting more with all the humor and action that it has to offer. Viewers can expect to see Thor again when he appears in the Avengers sequel, “Marvels Avengers: Age of Ultron” to be released Summer 2015 along with the various other Marvel heroes.

As with other Marvel films, viewers also should stay for the post credits for bonus footage.