In simpler terms, the hint given in the post-credits scene of “Thunderbolts” looks like a fitting title because previous Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) end teasers didn’t quite hit the spot. Director Jake Schreier’s “Thunderbolts” excels where other Multiverse Saga releases have faced challenges. Although it doesn’t promise a direct sequel for “Thunderbolts,” it tells a standalone story that gives each character their moment, offers engaging action sequences, and refreshes the conventional MCU structure at a perfect time for Marvel’s upcoming initiatives.
Following every character on the main team escaping the Void and capturing Bob Reynolds’ entity, the series Thunderbolts concludes with a significant disclosure: Val has labeled them “the New Avengers.” Yet, this isn’t the only twist for Thunderbolts, as Marvel Studios unveils more surprises after the end credits. These revelations not only fuel excitement for The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Avengers: Doomsday but also leave many post-credits scenes in the MCU far behind in terms of shock value.
Even The MCU Has Joked About Its Trend Of Having Unimportant Post-Credits Scenes
Not All MCU Post-Credits Scenes Have Fulfilled Their Original Purpose
Marvel Studios’ Phase 1 introduced post-credits scenes as a staple in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), offering enticing previews like Nick Fury’s first appearance in Iron Man, Mjölnir’s discovery in Iron Man 2, and the unveiling of the Avengers Initiative in Captain America: The First Avenger. These scenes fostered a continuous narrative thread throughout the MCU. As the series expanded, some post-credits scenes of the MCU’s over 50 films began to feel more like fulfilled obligations rather than significant plot development. Movies such as Iron Man 3, Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness included light-hearted jokes or gags in at least one of their post-credits scenes.
It was noticeable during Phase 3 that the Marvel Cinematic Universe struggled with the issue of inconsequential post-credits scenes. This was explicitly referenced in Spider-Man: Homecoming, as Captain America humorously warned about the frustrations of waiting for something underwhelming, such as a long wait for something “disappointing.” Since then, MCU post-credits scenes have varied greatly, with some hinting at future events that didn’t come to fruition, like the two teases in Eternals, or seemingly unresolved cameos, such as Eddie Brock and Venom’s appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Thunderbolts* Has One Of The Biggest MCU Post-Credits Scenes In Years
Thunderbolts*’ Post-Credits Scene Is As Momentous As Those Of Iron Man and The Avengers
The Thunderbolts movie swiftly lays out the upcoming events within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In its post-credits sequence, it is shown that the New Avengers have formed a legitimate superhero team and may face off against Captain America’s official Avengers. Additionally, Earth encounters a “space crisis” during the occurrences of Avengers: Doomsday, with the New Avengers playing a significant role in Marvel’s next Avengers film. Furthermore, the post-credits scene subtly suggests that the ending of The Fantastic Four: First Steps may influence the arrival of the Fantastic Four in Avengers: Doomsday.
The postscript scene in “Thunderbolts*” stands out as one of the most comprehensive credit sequences in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) history. Notably, a significant factor contributing to its success is its extended length – clocking in at 2 minutes and 54 seconds, making it the longest post-credits scene yet. The Russo Brothers, who directed “Thunderbolts*”, personally oversaw this sequence, ensuring it aligns perfectly with “Avengers: Doomsday.” In terms of continuity, “Thunderbolts*” has already surpassed the Thanos post-credits teasers from the Infinity Saga’s “The Avengers,” which hinted at Death, and “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” which implied that Thanos had already acquired the Infinity Gauntlet.
The Timing Of Thunderbolts* Makes Its Big Post-Credits Scene Even More Important
Thunderbolts* Leads Directly Into Phase 6’s First Two Movies
Instead of subtly hinting at future events like most previous Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) post-credits scenes, the Thunderbolts credits sequence explicitly prepares us for Marvel’s next two movies. The Thunderbolts strongly implies that the Fantastic Four will join the MCU’s main timeline right after the events of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Moreover, it plants a significant seed about Avengers: Doomsday’s central conflict by referencing a “space crisis.” Exactly two months later, The Fantastic Four: First Steps will fulfill Thunderbolts’ first prediction, and a year and a half afterward, Avengers: Doomsday will cash in on the second.
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