Chris Hemsworth Admits to Stealing Movie Props Over the Years

The Thor star has 'sneakily or not so sneakily' taken weapons from various film sets, including Mjolnir and Stormbreaker.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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In a recent interview, actor Chris Hemsworth revealed that he has a habit of taking props, particularly weapons, from the movie sets he has worked on over the years. This includes items like Thor's hammer Mjolnir and the battleaxe Stormbreaker. Hemsworth said he's 'sneakily or not so sneakily' taken these items as souvenirs from his time on Marvel Cinematic Universe films. The actor also discussed his new film 'Crime 101', which marks a departure from his superhero roles and allowed him to explore a different type of character and story.

Why it matters

Hemsworth's admission provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at how actors sometimes keep mementos from their film projects, even if it means taking them without permission. As one of the biggest movie stars in the world, Hemsworth's light-hearted comments about his 'five-finger discounts' on set shine a spotlight on the perks and privileges that come with being a leading man in major blockbuster franchises.

The details

In an interview at the Los Angeles premiere of his new film 'Crime 101', Hemsworth revealed that he has taken several props from his time working on the Thor films, including the character's iconic hammer Mjolnir and the battleaxe Stormbreaker. He also said he tried to steal the '69 Camaro car from the set of 'Snow White and the Huntsman', but couldn't because the steering wheel was on the wrong side for driving in Australia. Hemsworth said he was drawn to the 'Crime 101' role because it offered him a chance to play a different kind of character and explore a more complex, thought-provoking story compared to his usual superhero fare.

  • Hemsworth spoke about his prop-taking habits at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Crime 101' last week.

The players

Chris Hemsworth

An Australian actor best known for playing the superhero Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.

Crime 101

Hemsworth's new film, which sees him play an L.A.-based jewel thief who commits crimes up and down the 101 freeway.

Mjolnir

Thor's iconic hammer, which Hemsworth has admitted to taking from movie sets.

Stormbreaker

The battleaxe weapon that later replaced Mjolnir in the Thor films, which Hemsworth has also taken as a souvenir.

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What they’re saying

“I did Snow White and the Huntsman and I took the axe. With Thor, I've taken hammers and I took Stormbreaker, and I wanted to steal the '69 Camaro but the steering wheel is on the wrong side if I took it back to Australia.”

— Chris Hemsworth

“It feels wonderful. I was looking for something different. And the character was unexpected, and this is a creative sort of venture, something that would ignite a different experience, and this did that and more with this incredible cast.”

— Chris Hemsworth

“I hadn't read a lot of, if any, actually, for a long time, I wasn't being sent films like this. I wasn't seeing films like this at the cinema, either, films that were both cinematic and big and beautiful and deserved to be seen on the big screen. There was incredible action and intensity in that space, but it was also complex characters and emotional depth, and a thought-provoking story that didn't drum you over the head with the answer... it posed real-world, real-life questions that an audience is able to consider and attempt to answer, but again, in a visually stunning, entertaining way.”

— Chris Hemsworth (Collider)

What’s next

Hemsworth is set to reprise his role as Thor in the upcoming film 'Avengers: Doomsday' in December, where he will be joined by his real-life daughter India Rose who will portray the character Love.

The takeaway

Hemsworth's admission about taking movie props highlights the perks and privileges that come with being a major Hollywood star, but also raises questions about the ethics of actors keeping items without permission. However, his comments also showcase his playful and lighthearted approach to his fame and the roles that have made him a global superstar.