The upcoming Marvel Thunderbolts movie is generating a lot of buzz as it promises to bring a darker and edgier tone to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Scheduled for release in 2024, Thunderbolts will focus on a team of anti-heroes and reformed villains, drawing comparisons to DC’s Suicide Squad. The cast is expected to include characters like Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), and Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), among others.
One of the most exciting developments surrounding the Thunderbolts is the potential involvement of the controversial character, Red Hulk. Speculations have been circulating that Harrison Ford, who recently joined the MCU as General Thaddeus Ross, might transform into the Red Hulk, following the passing of actor William Hurt, who originally portrayed Ross. This transformation could set the stage for intense conflict, with the team taking on missions that fall into morally gray areas.
Behind the camera, Thunderbolts will be directed by Jake Schreier, with a script penned by Eric Pearson, who also wrote Black Widow. The tone of the movie is expected to be different from the usual MCU formula, with a focus on anti-heroes grappling with their dark pasts while working for the government. The plot is still under wraps, but the team is rumored to be sent on dangerous missions, possibly against other powerful threats or villains.
Given Marvel’s track record, fans can expect the Thunderbolts to play a significant role in the broader MCU storyline, especially with upcoming Avengers films. It will be fascinating to see how this group of morally ambiguous characters fits into the world of superheroes we’ve come to know.
