Thunderbolts Reactions Reveal Marvel Is Finally Fixing Major MCU Multiverse Flaws

Brave New World,” anticipation for this movie is running high. Not only will “Thunderbolts” mark the first team-up film since “Avengers: Endgame,” but it boasts a powerful ensemble cast and intriguing characters drawn from the rich tapestry of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s history.

Furthermore, it’s anticipated that “Thunderbolts” will offer significant hints about upcoming Marvel films. In March 2025, Marvel Studios revealed a clandestine announcement related to the two forthcoming Avengers movies, which verified that the Thunderbolts team members are included in the cast list of “Avengers: Doomsday.” This implies that “Thunderbolts” is one of the most eagerly awaited MCU films in years. Now, fans can catch a sneak peek into what they might experience from the film as reactions to the “Thunderbolts” social media posts have been shared online. These responses suggest that the project aims to tackle recent criticisms within the MCU.

The First Reactions To Thunderbolts* Are The Most Positive In Years

Critics Seem Impressed By The 2025 Marvel Movie

Brave New World and even Deadpool & Wolverine have elicited more varied reactions, as suggested by their Rotten Tomatoes ratings of 48% and 78%. Instead, it appears that Thunderbolts is receiving widespread, almost unanimous praise from critics who have had the opportunity to watch the movie ahead of its release.

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I can’t help but feel optimistic about the upcoming release of “Thunderbolts”. Usually, studios are hesitant to let audiences view films early if they fear it might not be well-received. However, the fact that the social media embargo for “Thunderbolts” was lifted 10 days prior to its global premiere suggests a strong level of confidence in this movie. Add to that the overwhelmingly positive online buzz surrounding it, and it’s clear that “Thunderbolts” is garnering more acclaim than many Marvel movies we’ve seen in recent years.

Several Thunderbolts* Reactions Address Some Big Multiverse Saga Issues

Marvel Could Be Course-Correcting

Upon closer examination of the events in “Thunderbolts,” it’s evident that many significant problems associated with the Multiverse Saga have been effectively resolved within the film. In recent times, one of the main complaints against Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films has been their lack of depth and maturity compared to earlier productions, excessive reliance on CGI and special effects, the loss of the “classic Marvel” charm, and a failure to strike a balance between self-contained stories and setting up future events. However, based on the responses to “Thunderbolts,” it appears that these concerns have largely been alleviated, at least for the time being.

Fans such as Big Gold Belt Media, Matt Neglia, and OT_Tristan highly commend the film Thunderbolts for its somber tone, suggesting that it delves into heavier themes like grief, trauma, depression, loneliness, and isolation, which are rarely explored in most Marvel Cinematic Universe productions. These responses imply that the film’s heavy narrative brings together characters dealing with these life aspects to heal, potentially resolving the tonal inconsistencies in the Multiverse Saga of the Marvel universe.

Sean Chandler, Emily Murray, and Brandon Norwood are praising Thunderbolts as one of the top MCU films in a while, saying it harks back to the Marvel of old during the Infinity Saga. Griffin Schiller even called it a “Phase One-style character piece.” With the absence of this feel since 2019, fans are glad that Thunderbolts is responding to such feedback. Critics like Cris Parker believe Thunderbolts effectively strikes the balance between setting up future events and telling its own tale.

Thunderbolts* Positive Reactions Make Marvel’s Future Look Brighter

Could Old-School Marvel Finally Be Back?

First Steps, the confirmed Phase 6 projects of the MCU seem to build upon what Thunderbolts* seems to initiate, following in Marvel’s footsteps during that period.

In the upcoming film titled “Spider-Man: A Fresh Start,” we’ll see significant ties to the Infinity Series through its protagonist, while being led by one of the Multiverse Era’s rising directorial talents, Destin Daniel Cretton. Moreover, “Avengers: Endgame” and its sequel, “Avengers: War for Secrets,” both helmed by Infinity Series veterans, Joe and Anthony Russo, are also on the horizon. The anticipation surrounding “Thunderbolts” suggests it might bring back the classic MCU feel, and it seems that future Marvel productions aim to maintain this exciting vibe.

2025-04-24 18:27