Overview
Liam Hemsworth is an Australian actor best known in the U.S. for portraying Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games franchise and as the lead in The Last Song. He first gained widespread recognition on the Australian soap opera Home and Away (2004–2007) and later starred in several major Hollywood releases. This profile organizes his movies and TV shows by role, year, and franchise context, helping viewers understand his on-screen trajectory. Below, key productions are summarized with release years, character names, and primary genres to serve as a practical reference.
Feature Films
Hemsworth’s feature film work spans action, sci‑fi, drama, and comedy. His breakthrough Hollywood role came with The Hunger Games series, where he played Gale Hawthorne across multiple installments. He also led The Last Song and took supporting turns in ensemble films. The table below summarizes notable feature films, release years, roles, and genres for quick reference.
| Title | Year | Role | Primary Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hunger Games | 2012 | Gale Hawthorne | Sci‑Fi/Action |
| The Cabin in the Woods | 2012 | Holden McCrea | Horror/Comedy |
| The Last Song | 2010 | Will Blakelee | Romantic Drama |
| Independence Day: Resurgence | 2016 | Jake Morrison | Sci‑Fi/Action |
| Paranoia | 2013 | Adam Cassidy | Thriller |
| The Dressmaker | 2015 | McSwain | Comedy/Drama |
| Isn’t It Romantic | 2019 | Blake | Romantic Comedy |
| Bad Times at the El Royale | 2018 | Billy Lee | Crime/Thriller |
| In the Heart of the Sea | 2015 | Thomas Nickerson | Historical Drama |
| Extraction | 2020 | Ovi Mahajan Jr. | Action |
Television Work
Hemsworth’s early and most consistent screen presence is in television. Home and Away provided his first major platform, while later narrations and limited series added variety to his portfolio. He has not pursued a dense TV schedule, focusing instead on selective features.
Home and Away
From 2004 to 2007, Hemsworth played Josh Taylor, a recurring teen character on the long-running Australian soap. The role built his visibility in Australia and internationally and served as a springboard to Hollywood features.
Narrative and Documentary Appearances
Beyond scripted series, he has participated in short-form narrative projects and documentaries, often tied to fitness, travel, or environmental themes. These appearances are typically limited in scope and do not constitute a televisionography in the traditional sense.
Franchise Presence
His largest franchise footprint is The Hunger Games, where he appears across four main films as a central ally to the protagonist. The series’ cultural footprint means his work in this saga remains highly visible years after release. He also appears in Extraction as part of an ensemble cast, though the franchise status of that series remains developing.
Recent and Upcoming Projects
Hemsworth has maintained a steady but selective release pace, balancing streaming originals with theatrical features. He has periodically signaled new thriller and drama commitments, though these have yet to reach wide release as of the latest available information. His approach emphasizes project quality and personal time, resulting in fewer but more deliberate appearances.