Thunderbolts twist revealed: Marvel confirms team is the New Avengers
Marvel Studios didn't wait long to drop a major twist from Thunderbolts - barely days after its release. The much-speculated asterisk in the film's title finally makes sense. In a post-credits scene, it's revealed that the Thunderbolts team is, in fact, the New Avengers. Though the reveal serves as a climactic surprise, Marvel's marketing — including a new teaser from Marvel Studios Singapore — openly spoils the twist to build further buzz.advertisementFlorence Pugh Unveils New Avengers PosterIn a newly released promotional video, the cast of Thunderbolts presents a fresh poster, with actress Florence Pugh dramatically tearing off the original 'Thunderbolts*' logo to reveal the phrase '*The New Avengers.' The moment has been widely shared across social media, reinforcing the studio's strategy to shift audience focus toward the franchise's future.You've seen the asterisk everywhere. Now it's time to watch the reveal in cinemas. Marvel Studios' #ThunderboltsSG is in cinemas now. Get your tickets here: https://t.co/VdkBJ9PXwe #TheNewAvengers pic.twitter.com/Y0vRsGD0Pu— Marvel Studios Singapore (@MarvelSingapore) May 5, 2025
A Shift in the MCU NarrativeAccording to Newsweek, the twist connects to a broader theme in recent Marvel titles, particularly Captain America: Brave New World, which centers around the Avengers' absence. With this new team stepping up to fill the void, fans are left questioning how legacy heroes like Thor, Hulk, or even the current Captain America (Anthony Mackie) might respond to this unofficial replacement. Could this development be setting the stage for a showdown in Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars?advertisementComic Book Roots Behind the ConceptThe reveal also echoes the original comic book storyline, where the Thunderbolts were a group of villains posing as heroes during a time when the Avengers were missing. In both versions, the public's demand for heroes provides the perfect cover for a new team to rise.Strong Box Office DebutDespite the spoiler, Thunderbolts opened strong, earning $76 million domestically and $162 million worldwide in its opening weekend. With a reported production budget of $180 million, the film appears to be on solid financial footing.Star-Studded Ensemble CastDirected by Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts features a powerhouse cast including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. The film is currently playing in theatres.Also Read: Netflix star Millena Brando dies at 11 after mysterious illness in BrazilTrending Reel
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