Who Plays Thompson In The Marvel Movies?

Thompson, the snarky yet oddly endearing high school bully from the Marvel movies, is played by actor Tony Revolori. He first popped up in 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' as one of Peter Parker’s classmates at Midtown School of Science and Technology, and honestly, he nailed the role. Revolori brought this weirdly charming energy to a character that could’ve just been a one-note jerk—instead, he made Thompson feel like someone who’s trying way too hard to be cool and failing in the most entertaining way possible.

What’s fun about Revolori’s take is how he layers the character. Thompson’s not just a flat-out bully; there’s this underlying insecurity that peeks through, especially in scenes where he’s trying to impress Flash or when he’s hilariously out of his depth. Revolori’s comedic timing is spot-on, and he plays off Tom Holland’s Peter Parker so well. By 'Spider-Man: Far From Home,' you almost start to root for the guy, even when he’s being a little ridiculous. It’s a testament to Revolori’s performance that Thompson went from 'annoying side character' to 'weirdly memorable' in just a few appearances.

I love how Marvel’s casting often finds these lesser-known actors and gives them room to shine. Revolori, who folks might recognize from 'The Grand Budapest Hotel,' totally ran with the opportunity. Even though Thompson isn’t a huge part of the overarching MCU story, Revolori’s portrayal makes him stand out in the crowded high school scenes. Small roles like this can sometimes fade into the background, but his energy keeps it fresh. Here’s hoping we see more of Thompson—and Revolori—in future Spider-Man flicks.