Overview
- ‘Thunderbolts*’ marks the conclusion of Marvel’s Phase Five, introducing a team of morally complex characters led by CIA director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine.
- The film has received a certified 'Fresh' Rotten Tomatoes score, with critics praising its grounded storytelling and focus on mental health themes.
- Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova leads the ensemble cast, including Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, in a narrative centered on redemption and healing.
- Two post-credits scenes hint at significant future developments within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, rewarding fans who stay until the end.
- Directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo, the film has been lauded for its emotional depth and character-driven approach, offering a refreshing reset for the MCU.