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As a seasoned film enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the upcoming Marvel production, ‘Thunderbolts*’, has piqued my interest like no other. Having witnessed the rise and fall (and rise again) of various franchises, I can confidently assert that this asterisk is more than just a typographical quirk.
The revitalization of nature seems evident, as Marvel enthusiasts are once more intrigued by mysteries and hidden gems. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) showing signs of recovery from a period of decline (aided notably by Deadpool and Wolverine), fans have rekindled their excitement in scrutinizing every detail in new trailers and posters. Marvel Studios has further fueled this excitement with the unveiling of various enigmas surrounding their upcoming ventures. Among these, the upcoming Thunderbolts movie, scheduled for release on May 2, 2025, harbors two significant secrets. The first revolves around the character Bob (played by Lewis Pullman), though fans are already aware that he’s portraying Sentry. The second secret lies within the asterisk in the title, adding to the intrigue and anticipation of this upcoming project.
The question “What does the asterisk next to Thunderbolts denote?” has been a topic of discussion among Marvel enthusiasts on forums, social media, and in various nerd-filled hideouts ever since the movie was initially announced. In the latest ensemble of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we see Yelena Belova (played by Florence Pugh), Red Guardian (David Harbour), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen). Many fans speculate that the asterisk might hint at something related to one of the anti-heroes, possibly Sentry. However, we’ve managed to crack the code on what the asterisk signifies… and it’s surprisingly straightforward.
‘Thunderbolts*’ Is a Work in Progress Title
Could the asterisk in Thunderbolts be hinting that the title might still be modified or updated? This could mean a new character has yet to be unveiled, or it might foreshadow a shift in the team’s allegiance, or even suggest that the Marvel Cinematic Universe storyline is not set in stone and may have unexpected twists. But these interpretations are more speculative than confirmed.
In the fresh trailer for the film Thunderbolts, Red Guardian enthusiastically embraces camaraderie among his teammates. He showers praises upon his new colleagues, and, mirroring The Avengers, he dubs the new squad as the Thunderbolts, a name derived from Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross (previously portrayed by the late William Hurt, now played by Harrison Ford). However, it’s no surprise that the rest of the team dislikes this moniker, since Bucky retorts, “We can’t call ourselves that.” At that precise moment, the title card resurfaces on the screen, accompanied by a charming “ding” sound effect, suggesting that the asterisk in the title hints at a potential name change within the movie itself.
‘Thunderbolts*’ Asterisk Is More Important Than You Think
So there we go. The mystery has been solved, and Batman has a new contender for the title of World’s Greatest Detective. But Marvel Studios wouldn’t just include an asterisk in the title purely for a single corny joke in the film. What may seem like an inconspicuous piece of punctuation could actually have a much larger implication for the eponymous team. Marvel fans believe that the Thunderbolts* won’t go by the same title by the end of the movie, with the final credits revealing their re-branding as the Dark Avengers.
After the “Secret Invasion” saga in Marvel Comics, Norman Osborn took over SHIELD and formed a new group known as the Thunderbolts, which he later renamed the Dark Avengers. This team was comprised of villains such as Bullseye and Venom. In the comics, the Dark Avengers serve as Marvel’s version of DC Comics’ Injustice League – a gang of supervillains who stand in opposition to the Avengers. Interestingly, some prominent Marvel heroes have also been members of this team, including Captain Marvel, Iron Patriot, Sentry, and Hawkeye.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the portrayal of the Dark Avengers is anticipated to be a squad of characters who might lean towards ruthless actions to accomplish their goals, falling short of being outright villains. However, if Sentry ends up becoming the antagonist in the film and assembles the Dark Avengers by its end, it could result in a fresh batch of supervillains. The Thunderbolts movie is set to hit theaters on May 2, 2025.
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2024-12-22 06:03