Thunderbolts / New Avengers Lands On Disney+ August 27

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If you sat out Thunderbolts’ theatrical run, as I did, you’ll be pleased to learn the movie’s arrival on streaming is sooner than you think — less than two weeks from now, in fact. The film was announced to be arriving on Disney+ August 27. But is it called Thunderbolts or is it called New Avengers? Marvel Studios announced a title change one week after the film’s release. The change was also a spoiler, but it’s one everybody’s heard by now thanks to them. They are back to calling it Thunderbolts in the streaming announcement trailer. The film pulls together a ragtag team of second bananas and also-rans who are suddenly promoted to main heroes when the world can’t get the ones it relies on. I’ve been told Thunderbolts is a more “personal” kind of superhero picture, where the real struggles come from within the characters’ own lives instead of whatever CG laser beams the current CG threat is spewing. Critics seemed to like that approach; it’s Certified Fresh on that tomato website with an 88% rating. Thunderbolts stars Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost, Olga Kurylenko […]
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I really hope the streaming release helps this film make more money in the long run. I was honestly disappointed with how it performed at the box office. It is a good movie, and it deserves more success than it got. The story is solid, the cast gives strong performances, and the action scenes are exciting without feeling empty. I thought word of mouth would help it stay longer in theaters, but it seems it did not get the audience it needed. Maybe some people were unsure because the team is made of lesser-known characters, but that should not stop anyone from giving it a chance. Sometimes the best Marvel projects are the ones that take risks, and this one did that. I hope Disney+ brings in new viewers who will talk about it more and maybe push for a sequel.
 
Marvel sometimes struggles to balance big action with story. In Thunderbolts, they finally got it right. The mission is dangerous, but the personal conflicts are just as intense. The 88% score is proof that the risk paid off. I cannot wait to watch it again and see if I notice foreshadowing I missed before.
 
I am excited for the Disney+ release because I missed the theater run. I have followed Bucky Barnes since The Winter Soldier, and I am curious how he works with people like John Walker. The plot about a death trap set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine sounds tense. I hope the action is balanced with character moments, because that is when Marvel is at its best.
 
This movie is not perfect, but it is one of the better Marvel films in recent years. The action feels earned, and the locations are beautiful. Kuala Lumpur was a highlight, especially with Florence Pugh doing her own stunts. It gave the film more authenticity. I will probably buy the Blu-ray so I can listen to the director’s commentary.
 
I am excited that Thunderbolts will be on Disney+ on August 27. I like that the film brings together a team of characters who have a hard past and are trying to change. I found the mix of humor and action clear and easy to follow. The note about bonus features makes me want to watch the extra material. I care about how a film is made, so the behind-the-scenes items such as deleted scenes and director commentary feel important to me. The idea of filming in many places, including Kuala Lumpur, shows a global approach that I appreciate. I also like that Florence Pugh performs stunts and that Lewis Pullman plays multiple roles, because strong acting and varied performances help a film feel real. I plan to watch in 4K with Dolby Vision when possible so I can see the visuals as the creators intended. Overall, I will watch more than once and I will pay close attention to the characters’ growth and to the production details in the bonus features.
 
I watched the movie with my friends and we had a good time. The group of characters felt like a real team by the end. I liked the jokes and the action scenes. Some parts were loud, but the sound added to the energy. The scenes filmed in different cities looked impressive on my TV. I will watch the bonus features later because I want to see the deleted scenes and behind the scenes. Overall, I think it is an entertaining film and a good choice for a night with friends.
 
I travel and I always notice when a film uses real locations well. The scenes filmed in Kuala Lumpur stood out for me. The production design and set work made the city feel present and part of the story rather than only a backdrop. I was impressed by the stunt work described in the extras where an actor performs on high structures. The international scope gives the film a sense of movement across cultures and spaces. I value the behind-the-scenes feature that visits the sets because it explains how the locations were prepared and how local crews supported the shoot. For someone who likes global production details, the film and its bonus materials offer a clear view of how large scenes are planned and executed. I plan to watch the featurette focused on locations soon.
 
I watched with my teenage child and we talked afterward about choices and consequences. The team members are not perfect, and the film spends time on their attempts to do better. That element made our conversation meaningful because my child asked why people change and how hard it is to trust others. The action is frequent but the film also leaves room for short thoughtful moments. I appreciated the characters who show remorse and try to repair harm. For parents who want a film that can spark discussion, the story provides clear examples and does not feel overly complex. We will watch the bonus features together to see how stunts were made and to learn more about the actors.
 
I was surprised by how much I cared about certain characters. The cast brings small gestures that make their feelings clear without long speeches. I found several scenes to be moving because the actors allowed silence and detail to speak for them. The humor does not erase the weight of their choices, and the film balances light moments with serious ones. I also enjoyed the focus on team dynamics and how trust is built slowly. The bonus content should add more layers, especially the character deep dives. I will revisit the film to study the quieter scenes because they gave me the clearest view of each person’s inner change. For me, the emotional beats are the strongest part.
 

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