The Thunderbolts are finally making their way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but they have a massive challenge ahead. Their biggest threat? Sentry, one of the most powerful and mysterious characters in Marvel history. The newly released Big Game Trailer gives fans an exciting glimpse into this upcoming superhero team-up and hints at the intense battles to come.
A New Team Steps Up
In the wake of the Blip, the world is without the Avengers, and something needs to fill the void. Enter the Thunderbolts, a team of misfits and former villains brought together to take on dangerous missions. Unlike the Avengers, they are not exactly heroes, but they are the best option available.
The trailer, released during Super Bowl LIX, kicks off with Val (played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus) suggesting that the Thunderbolts step in to ‘save the world.’ Leading the group is Bucky Barnes, also known as the Winter Soldier (played by Sebastian Stan). Though reluctant, Bucky takes on the responsibility of assembling this unlikely team.
Joining him are some familiar faces:
- US Agent (Wyatt Russell) – A government-backed super soldier with questionable morals.
- Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh) – A deadly assassin and Natasha Romanoff’s sister.
- Red Guardian (David Harbour) – A Soviet-era super soldier with a strong personality.
- Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko) – A highly skilled fighter with the ability to mimic any opponent’s moves.
- Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen) – A stealthy and unpredictable character with phase-shifting abilities.
Sentry: The Ultimate Threat
While the Thunderbolts struggle to find their place as heroes, the trailer’s most jaw-dropping moment introduces their biggest challenge: Sentry. Played by Lewis Pullman, Sentry is a character with near-godlike powers, often compared to Superman. In the first teaser, we saw his human alter ego, Bob. But now, we get a clear look at him in action.
The trailer showcases Sentry effortlessly overpowering the Thunderbolts, proving he is no ordinary opponent. His immense strength, speed, and energy-based powers make him one of the most formidable beings in the MCU. Fans are already buzzing with excitement and curiosity about how the team will handle such a force.
What to Expect from Thunderbolts?
Directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson, Lee Sung Jin, and Joanna Calo, Thunderbolts promises an action-packed ride filled with thrilling battles, internal conflicts, and unexpected alliances. It is set to hit theaters on May 2, 2025, marking the grand finale of Phase Five of the MCU.
With a team of anti-heroes, a nearly unstoppable villain, and high-stakes action, Thunderbolts is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Marvel films yet. Fans can’t wait to see how this team of misfits faces their greatest challenge when they finally hit the big screen.
