

Thunderbolts*
After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, seven disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts.
Audience Sentiment
The power of acceptance defeats the Void
Sentry overpowers the team
The dramatic shift from the underwhelming Sentry confrontation to the emotionally powerful Void sequence, representing a 3.3-point jump that elevated the entire film
Critics praised Thunderbolts* as a refreshing departure for the MCU, with particular acclaim for its mature handling of mental health themes and Florence Pugh's anchoring performance. While some found familiar Marvel formula elements disappointing, the film's emotional sincerity and practical approach to character development won over most reviewers, especially during the psychologically complex final act.
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Florence Pugh
Yelena Belova

Sebastian Stan
Bucky Barnes

Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Valentina Allegra de Fontaine

Lewis Pullman
Robert Reynolds

David Harbour
Alexei Shostakov

Wyatt Russell
John Walker

Hannah John-Kamen
Ava Starr

Olga Kurylenko
Antonia Dreykov

Geraldine Viswanathan
Mel

Wendell Pierce
Congressman Gary

Chris Bauer
Holt

Violet McGraw
Young Yelena

Alexa Swinton
Anya

Eric Lange
Houston

Chiara Stella
Young Valentina

Stefano Carannante
Valentina's Father

Gianfranco Terrin
Nico

Georgui Kasaev
Russian Man

Charlotte Ann Tucker
Saved Little Girl

Gabrielle Byndloss
Olivia Walker
Crew
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