Florence Pugh & Sebastian Stan Lead Surprise Hit as Marvel’s Misfit Heroes Shine in Summer Blockbuster
Marvel’s Thunderbolts arrives as a refreshing change for the MCU, teaming up lesser-known characters for a unique superhero story. Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan lead the ensemble in what critics call “a soulful Marvel adventure” with unexpected heart.
Early box office projections suggest a $70M+ domestic opening weekend. While not record-breaking for Marvel, the film‘s strong 89% Rotten Tomatoes score and focus on mental health themes set it apart from typical superhero fare.
The story follows Marvel’s outcasts and rejects who bond together against a common enemy. Wyatt Russell teased this wouldn’t be a typical Marvel film, and reviews confirm its fresh approach to the genre.
With the summer box office heating up, Thunderbolts could become a word-of-mouth hit. The film opens worldwide this weekend, including in China.
