The trailer for Thunderbolts has officially been released, with the film set to hit theaters on May 2, 2025. This exciting installment will unite several iconic villains from various Marvel projects alongside Yelena and Red Guardian. While a few new characters will join the mix, most of the cast will comprise familiar faces. Let’s delve into the Thunderbolts cast and their respective characters.
1. Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova/White Widow
Making her first appearance in 2021’s Black Widow, Yelena Belova returns in Thunderbolts as a likely leader of this team of antiheroes. Following her role in Hawkeye, where she was recruited by Valentina, Yelena is seen grappling with a loss of purpose. The trailer hints that forming this new team may help her find what she’s been searching for. To learn more about her journey, we will need to wait for the film’s premiere.
2. David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian
Introduced in Black Widow (2021), Alexei Shostakov, a Russian supersoldier created to rival Captain America, returns in Thunderbolts. Although he shares some of Steve Rogers’s abilities, the effectiveness of the Russian super soldier serum was notably inferior. As a beloved character among fans, his role in the film promises to add significance to the narrative.
3. Wyatt Russell as John Walker/US Agent
Joining the MCU as John Walker, Wyatt Russell depicted a character who initially took up the mantle of Captain America following Steve Rogers’s retirement. However, his descent into violence resulted in his removal from the role. Now, as part of the Thunderbolts cast, the film will explore whether there is redemption for this fallen hero.
4. Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier
One of the most beloved characters in the MCU, Bucky Barnes, portrayed by Sebastian Stan, makes a return in Thunderbolts. After being transformed into the Winter Soldier by Hydra, Bucky’s path to redemption has been a key theme, especially in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier. His role in this upcoming film is anticipated to be pivotal to the team’s dynamics.
5. Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr/Ghost
Initially introduced in Ant-Man and the Wasp, Hannah John-Kamen returns as Ghost in Thunderbolts. Her previous appearance led many to believe she would remain a one-time character; however, her reappearance with a new suit suggests a deeper role. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how her character will evolve in this narrative.
6. Olga Kurylenko and Antonia Dreykov/Taskmaster
Taskmaster, portrayed by Olga Kurylenko, is one of Marvel Comics’ most formidable characters. While the film division has faced criticism for altering the character’s gender and design, Taskmaster’s return in Thunderbolts raises expectations. This iteration was previously seen in Black Widow, where she was freed from her father’s control, setting the stage for her new adventures.
7. Lewis Pullman as Bob/Sentry
The character Bob, also known as Robert Reynolds, makes his MCU debut in Thunderbolts. In the comics, he is the Sentry, a powerful superhero with abilities such as invulnerability and energy projection. Originally played by Steven Yeun, Lewis Pullman has taken over the role. Fans speculate that his character may not showcase all of Sentry’s powers immediately, but play a crucial role in the plot’s development.
8. Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Contessa Valentina Allegra De Fontaine
Contessa Valentina Allegra De Fontaine, portrayed by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, is a mysterious figure in the MCU who initially appeared in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier and Black Widow. As the head of the CIA, she might be pivotal in shaping Thunderbolts as a government project aimed at assembling a new breed of heroes, which could hint at the film’s overarching themes.
9. Harrison Ford as President Thaddeus Ross
While not officially confirmed, there are strong rumors that Harrison Ford will appear as President Thaddeus Ross in Thunderbolts. Fans speculate that this role could tie into his transformation into the Red Hulk, potentially paving the way for future connections to Captain America: Brave New World, in which Sam Wilson may emerge as the leader of this unconventional team.
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