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Marvel’s Rebranded ‘The New Avengers’ Nears Milestone at Domestic Box Office

The film is set to surpass the domestic earnings of Eternals this week but remains the second lowest-grossing MCU title globally.

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Overview

  • The New Avengers, formerly titled Thunderbolts, has earned $157 million domestically and $328 million globally as of May 22, 2025.
  • The film is projected to surpass Eternals’ $164.9 million domestic total by Friday, marking a key milestone for the ensemble cast movie.
  • Despite strong critical acclaim and steady box office holds, the film ranks as the second lowest-grossing MCU entry to date.
  • The rebranding reflects Marvel’s evolving marketing strategies to address superhero fatigue and position the team for future Phase Six storylines.
  • The film is expected to debut on Disney+ in July following its 90-day theatrical exclusivity window.