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Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts’ Rebranded as ‘The New Avengers’ Nears $200M Domestic Box Office

The film, praised for its character-driven storytelling, shows steady legs despite theater losses and is set to surpass the domestic total of 2021’s ‘Eternals’ by Friday.

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Overview

  • The New Avengers,’ formerly titled ‘Thunderbolts,’ has grossed $157.4 million domestically and $328 million worldwide as of day 18 in theaters.
  • The film experienced a 49% drop in its third weekend and a 32.5% drop on its third Monday, maintaining stronger holds compared to several other Marvel titles at similar stages.
  • Despite losing 370 theaters, including IMAX screens, the movie continues to perform well due to positive word-of-mouth and strong audience reception.
  • Industry projections estimate a final domestic gross of $195–210 million, with the $200 million mark becoming increasingly unlikely.
  • The rebranding aligns with Marvel’s strategy to build narrative bridges toward Phase Six, positioning the team for future ensemble films like ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’