Considering that Liam Hemsworth comes from a family of actors, it's no wonder his on-screen presence is so magnetic. The Australian actor is Chris and Luke Hemsworth's younger brother and, in fact, his roots in the entertainment industry are closely linked to them: after years of watching both of them perform in different productions, Hemsworth discovered his passion for acting during school plays and decided to follow in their footsteps. The actor auditioned for his very first gig at the age of 16 and, just a year later, he landed his first roles in the shows Home and Away and McLeod's Daughters. His first major part came in the soap opera Neighbours, and from then on, Hemsworth's credits in the industry were non-stop.
Throughout the years, Hemsworth managed to make his way in the entertainment industry through TV and film productions, displaying his acting skills and versatility to portray different roles in each and every one of them. His performance in the film series The Hunger Games earned him worldwide recognition as well as several nominations and awards. Since then, he went on to successfully perform characters in films across all genres, from action to romantic comedies, as well as in TV productions. Recently, he made headlines by joining the cast of The Witcher for its fourth season, where he will take over the role of Geralt of Rivia, previously portrayed by Henry Cavill. Since we still have to wait a while to see Hemsworth in this new role, here is a look back at the best movies and TV shows he has worked in so far.
10 The Elephant Princess
The TV show The Elephant Princess was one of Hemsworth's first projects, following his involvement in Neighbours. This Australian children's series premiered in 2008 and aired for two seasons, although the actor was only featured in the first one. Created by Jonathan M. Shiff, this production follows Alex, an ordinary Melbourne teenager who dreams of becoming a rock star. But at the age of 16, she finds out that she is actually the heiress to the throne of the magical kingdom of Manjipoor, so she tries to adjust to her new reality as she balances both her worlds.
Emily Robins leads the cast joined by Miles Szanto, Maddy Tyers and Emelia Burns. In The Elephant Princess, Hemsworth plays Marcus, Alex's crush who eventually becomes her boyfriend.
9 The Dressmaker
Kate Winslet stars in this 2015 comedy-drama as Tilly, a woman who returns to her hometown to care for her ailing mother. She is, however, quite different from that little girl who fled the town many years ago, evolving into a stunning and daring dressmaker who stirs up the whole town. While some of the townspeople are mesmerized by her presence and her art, others only associate her with a few incidents from her past and wish to see her gone forever.
The Dressmaker is a Jocelyn Moorhouse-directed film based on Rosalie Ham's novel of the same name. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the cast's performance was praised, and the production became a hit in Australia. Joining Winslet in the cast are Judy Davis, Hugo Weaving, and Hemsworth, who plays Teddy, a local sports star who falls in love with the main character.
8 Most Dangerous Game
Most Dangerous Game is, so far, Hemsworth's latest project, in which he stars as Dodge, a man who has just discovered he is terminally ill and, in order to ensure a good life for his wife and the child they are expecting, enters a secret game where he becomes prey to many hunters in exchange for big money for each hour he outlives them.
This 2020 series was created by Nick Santorini, Josh Harmon, and Scott Elder, based on Richard Connell's story of the same name. The show is currently in its second season and features performances by Sarah Gadon, Christoph Waltz, David Castaneda, Zach Cherry, and Aaron Poole.
7 Killerman
Killerman is a 2019 action film directed and written by Malik Bader that features performances by Hemsworth, Emory Cohen, Diane Guerrero, and Zlatko Buric. This production follows Moe, a young con man who, while on a mission involving money laundering, completely loses his memory. All of a sudden, he wakes up not knowing who he is, with a huge amount of cash to protect, and the police hot on his trail. Moe must either find a quick way to regain his memory or rely on his instincts to get out of a situation that is not looking good at all. Although Killerman was met with negative feedback from critics, it was well-received by audiences.
6 The Expendables 2
The Expendables 2 was Hemsworth's first project since becoming world-famous for The Hunger Games, and in it, he co-starred alongside superstars such as Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Chuck Norris and Bruce Willis, among many others. This 2012 film that serves as a sequel to The Expendables was directed by Simon West and written by Sylvester Stallone and Richard Wenk. It follows the already well-known group of mercenaries led by Barney Ross on a new mission as they seek revenge on those who murdered one of the group members. T
he Expendables 2 was met with better reviews than the original film and quickly became a box-office hit, prompting the production of a new sequel, released in 2014, and another one due this year. In this production, Hemsworth plays Billy the Kid, the newest member of the group.
5 The Last Song
By 2010, Miley Cyrus was already a worldwide sensation thanks to her starring role in the teen series Hannah Montana. That's why, when her starring role in this film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' novel was announced, audiences flipped out. Moreover, the singer and Hemsworth started a romantic relationship during this film, boosting the production's popularity even more.
The Last Song marked Julie Anne Robinson's directorial debut and featured performances by Greg Kinnear, Kelly Preston, Bobby Coleman and Carly Chaikin alongside the leads. The film follows Ronnie, a rebellious teenager who is forced to spend the summer with her father, with whom she has not spoken since he and her mother divorced. However, this trip is about to become the journey of a lifetime, as Ronnie will not only mend her relationship with her father, but also find romance with a young local volleyball player. Despite poor reviews, The Last Song managed to become a box-office hit worldwide.
4 Triangle
Triangle is a 2009 psychological horror film directed and written by Christopher Smith that features performances by Melissa George, Michael Dorman, Liam Hemsworth, Rachael Carpani, Henry Nixon, and Emma Lung. In it, George plays Jess, a single mother who embarks on a fun boating trip with some friends. But after a terrible storm completely wrecks the boat, the group is forced to jump onto a mysterious and enormous ship that appears to be abandoned to its fate with no crew. Jess feels she's been there before, something she can't prove, but it completely disturbs her. Yet things are about to get even worse, as there is someone stalking this group of friends from the shadows eager to strike.
3 Isn't It Romantic
Isn't It Romantic is the perfect movie for those who love romance and also for anyone who is a little skeptical when it comes to enjoying a romantic story. It follows Natalie, a New York City architect who hates romantic comedies and all things related to love. However, after an encounter with a subway burglar in which she loses consciousness, Natalie wakes up to realize that her life has turned into the most perfect rom-com in every possible way, and she can only escape from it by finding her true love.
Rebel Wilson leads this 2019 film directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson that earned rave reviews upon its release. Supporting her are Adam DeVine, Priyanka Chopra, Betty Gilpin, and Liam Hemsworth, who plays a seductive billionaire that develops a crush on Natalie.
2 The Hunger Games
The Hunger Games is, hands down, the blockbuster that turned Hemsworth into a worldwide sensation, as well as Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, the two main characters of this 2012 dystopian action film. Directed by Gary Ross and inspired by Suzanne Collins' novel of the same name, The Hunger Games introduces a dystopian world in which one boy and one girl from each district are chosen annually to compete in the Hunger Games, a televised event in which participants fight to survive until there is one winner. This time, the District 12 tributes are a young man named Peeta Mellark and Katniss Everdeen, a teenager who volunteers to take her little sister's place.
This production, which quickly became a box-office and critical success, also stars Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Lenny Kravitz, and Stanley Tucci, among other actors. The Hunger Games launched a film saga spanning three sequels and a prequel titled The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, which is due later this year.
1 The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
In the 2013 film The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Hemsworth reprised his role as Gale Hawthorne, Katniss' best friend who has hidden feelings for her. Lawrence, Hutcherson and the rest of the main cast of The Hunger Games also reprised their roles in this sequel, directed by Francis Lawrence, and actors such as Philip Seymour Hoffman, Sam Claflin, and Jena Malone joined the team.
In this sequel, Katniss and Peeta return to District 12 after winning the Hunger Games. But their performance at the event sparked rebellions against the Capitol across the region, so President Snow forces them to attend the Victory Tour and prove to everyone that their feelings are real, something that Katniss isn't even sure about. But that's not all: the new edition of the Hunger Games is approaching, one where the previous winners will be selected as tributes, so Katniss and Peeta are once again forced to leave their home and fight for survival.