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Thor Star's Tiny Role in Arthurian Teen Drama
4 Jul
Summary
- Chris Hemsworth had an early acting role as King Arthur.
- He appeared in two episodes of the Canadian-Australian series 'Guinevere Jones'.
- Hemsworth's character had no dialogue in his brief cameos.
Chris Hemsworth, widely recognized for his portrayal of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, began his acting career in a much smaller, yet mythological, capacity.
His earliest on-screen role was as King Arthur in the 2002 series "Guinevere Jones." This fantasy show, which aired in Canada and Australia, reimagined the Arthurian legend in a modern setting. Hemsworth appeared in the series premiere and a later episode, sporting a wig and period costume.
Despite the regal attire, Hemsworth's King Arthur was a minor character with no spoken lines. These fleeting cameos occurred in 2002, long before his global fame as the Norse God of Thunder. The role offered a stark contrast to the action-packed performances he would later become known for.
