Marvel Studios continues to build anticipation for its upcoming projects, recently unveiling an extended trailer for Thunderbolts during Brazil's D23 event. The new footage offers a deeper glimpse into the film, which is set to hit theaters on May 2, 2025, and features nearly four minutes of thrilling scenes packed with action, humor, and explosive moments. The ensemble cast of this unexpected team includes some familiar faces, primarily known as former adversaries from the Marvel franchise.
Notable characters are portrayed by Florence Pugh, portraying Yelena Belova, alongside Sebastian Stan in the role of Bucky Barnes, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Olga Kurylenko as Taskmaster, and Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost. Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, is the mastermind behind assembling this unique group. The newly released trailer highlights not only the intense action sequences but also the comedic aspects that the film promises to deliver.
So far, audience reactions have been mixed, reflecting varying expectations from fans. Jake Schreier, known for his work on projects like Beef, is directing this film, which marks the conclusion of Phase Five in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Following this, the highly anticipated Fantastic Four will be introduced in July 2025 as the first installment of Phase Six. Thunderbolts is shaping up to be a notable addition to the Marvel legacy, and excitement is building among enthusiasts.