Box Office Watch: Marvel’s Thunderbolts Begins Global Rollout—Will It Match Black Widow or Eternals?
April 30, 2025: Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts officially launches its global theatrical run today, igniting hopes of a box office comeback for the superhero franchise. Early projections suggest a domestic opening between $70–80 million and international numbers ranging from $90–100 million, putting the film in the same bracket as past Phase 4 debuts like Black Widow ($218M global) and Eternals ($161M global).
Directed by Jake Schreier and penned by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo, Thunderbolts features an ensemble cast that includes Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. It follows a band of misfit antiheroes forced into an uneasy alliance on a redemptive mission—blending Suicide Squad-style chaos with classic Marvel action.
While the film benefits from a star-heavy lineup and strong early reviews, it faces stiff competition from high-profile releases like Sinners and Minecraft. Still, if it achieves its projected range, Thunderbolts could land a top-five MCU opening for the post-Endgame era.
The film releases in the U.S. on May 2, and strong domestic performance in the opening weekend will be crucial to building momentum.
Tags: Thunderbolts, Marvel Studios, Marvel Phase 5, Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Box Office 2025, MCU Antiheroes, Black Widow, Eternals, Jake Schreier, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Summer Movie 2025
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