Thunderbolts* Early Reactions Out: Critics Praise The MCU Flick For Its Emotional Depth & More, With Florence Pugh Stealing The Spotlight With Her Performance!
Thunderbolts* starring Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan, will be released on May 2. Read on for the first reactions on X [Twitter].
Thunderbolts* Early Reactions Out:(Photo Credit –Facebook)
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The MCU movie Thunderbolts* is prepping to be released in the theatres in the upcoming month. This Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan starrer film’s premiere was held recently, and the critics who watched it have shared their short reviews on the social media platform. The movie comes around three months after Captain America: Brave New World, where the fans witnessed the new role of Stan’s Bucky, who has a leading role in this upcoming release. Keep scrolling for the deets.
It is the 36th film in the MCU, which has been directed by Jake Schreier featuring an ensemble cast of Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen, Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Florence Pugh’s Thunderbolts* premiered at the Empire Leicester Square in London, England on April 22. It was a star-studded event, but Pugh turned heads with her sparkling black gown. Pedro Pascal and Simu Liu also attended the premiere in London and looked handsome. The critics who saw the film at the premiere shared their opinions on X [formerly Twitter], and Pugh particularly stood out in the cast for her performance.
Critics’ reactions to the Thunderbolts* movie going viral on X [Twitter]-
Tomatometer-approved Cris Parker wrote, “#Thunderbolts is a real breath of fresh air for the MCU. Absolutely LOVED the team dynamic! It’s also rich with emotions tackling pretty serious self worth issues. Yelena carries the movie. Best part it’s 95% stand alone with 5% setup. But that 5% tho Really felt like old MCU.”
#Thunderbolts is a real breath of fresh air for the MCU. Absolutely LOVED the team dynamic! It’s also rich with emotions tackling pretty serious self worth issues. Yelena carries the movie. Best part it’s 95% stand alone with 5% setup. But that 5% tho👀 Really felt like old MCU. pic.twitter.com/0O987OkxRI
Entertainment Writer Chris Gallardo said, “THUNDERBOLTS: it was AMAZING, SHOCKING, and AWESOME in every way. Florence Pugh and Lewis Pullman are absolutely STELLAR in this film and they’re the highlights of the movie. Also, that asterisk reveal will SURPRISE you and make sure to stick for BOTH POST CREDITS.”
THUNDERBOLTS: it was AMAZING, SHOCKING, and AWESOME in every way. Florence Pugh and Lewis Pullman are absolutely STELLAR in this film and they’re the highlights of the movie. Also, that asterisk reveal will SURPRISE you and make sure to stick for BOTH POST CREDITS. #Thunderboltspic.twitter.com/qJpZPjyzHY
Entertainment handle The Hollywood Handle writes, “#Thunderbolts is one of Marvel’s most enjoyable films in a while. It feels different than most of the studio’s projects. Its bold, funny, filled with great action and an unexpected emotional punch. Florence Pugh is the star that shines the brightest. There’s a lot to love here. Make sure you stay for the credits…”
#Thunderbolts is one of Marvel’s most enjoyable films in a while. It feels different than most of the studio’s projects. Its bold, funny, filled with great action and an unexpected emotional punch.
Florence Pugh is the star that shines the brightest. There’s a lot to love here.… pic.twitter.com/8wjgx9caIS
— The Hollywood Handle (@HollywoodHandle) April 22, 2025
“#Thunderbolts is one of the best mcu films by a landslide. Brilliant story and character moments. This is made with love. It setups up for BIG things to come in the most exciting way I seen since 2012. Bring your tissues but not because it’s a sad movie,” says film enthusiast, Deo.
#Thunderbolts is one of the best mcu films by a landslide. Brilliant story and character moments. This is made with love. It setups up for BIG things to come in the most exciting way I seen since 2012. Bring your tissues but not because it’s a sad movie. pic.twitter.com/2tS8QtUb0P
Dana Abercombie writes, “#Thunderbolts is not ur average superhero movie. Instead, it focuses on the emotional weight of the psychological consequences & burdens of being a hero & life itself. Lewis Pullman walks a thin line between joy & darkness, fighting to overcome the complexities of mental illness.”
#Thunderbolts is not ur average superhero movie. Instead, it focuses on the emotional weight of the psychological consequences & burdens of being a hero & life itself. Lewis Pullman walks a thin line between joy & darkness fighting to overcome the complexities of mental illness. pic.twitter.com/gaPzV8wbbG
Mia Pflüger shares, “#Thunderbolts* introduces a new era for Marvel, the most humane film filled with allowing their anti hero being flawed, broken and regretful. Sebastian Stan has an absolute scene stealing moment, yet Florence Pugh shows she is the true lead of the new generation and team.”
#Thunderbolts* introduces a new era for Marvel, the most humane film filled with allowing their anti hero being flawed, broken and regretful. Sebastian Stan has an absolute scene stealing moment, yet Florence Pugh shows she is the true lead of the new generation and team. pic.twitter.com/laTDyRVCkr
Sean Chandler wrote, “I really dug #Thunderbolts! It’s overtly about depression, loneliness & purpose. The whole point is they’re reject characters. 2/3rds mostly ground action and 1/3rd a horror influenced nightmare. Feels like the MCU is coming together and building towards something again.”
Marvel Updates praising Thunderbolts* said, “#Thunderbolts is awesome. This movie is one of the best movies of the Multiverse Saga so far. It’s gritty, emotional and the action scenes are amazing. The CGI is good. The team works very well together. Sentry is one of the best characters recently introduced in the MCU and Lewis Pullman gives an amazing performance. Florence Pugh is the heart of the movie.”
#Thunderbolts is awesome. This movie is one of the best movies of the Multiverse Saga so far. It’s gritty, emotional and the action scenes are amazing. The CGI is good. The team works very well together. Sentry is one of the best characters recently introduced in the MCU and… pic.twitter.com/sRFqG1TNuz
𝑳𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑫𝒂𝒚 𝑽𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆 says, “#Thunderbolts* hit me hard with emotion and excitement—I wanted to cheer and also hug my loved ones. The exploration of grief and trauma really had an impact on me. I grew to love this team in a way I didn’t expect, and now I’m on the edge of my seat for what comes next!”
#Thunderbolts* hit me hard with emotion and excitement—I wanted to cheer and also hug my loved ones. The exploration of grief and trauma really had an impact on me. I grew to love this team in a way I didn’t expect, and now I’m on the edge of my seat for what comes next! 👀 pic.twitter.com/JSSuApGhjL
The story of Thunderbolts* follows a group of antiheroes caught in a deadly trap by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine and forced into a dangerous mission that could bring them redemption if they unite as a team. Thunderbolts* starring Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan, will be released on May 2. Check out some of the pictures from the London premiere here.
