Doomsday Cast Reveal: Does It Spoil Thunderbolts Survival?
The highly anticipated Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday has left fans buzzing with excitement, but it also may have inadvertently revealed some significant spoilers about who survives in Thunderbolts, the next big movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The cast for Avengers: Doomsday has been unveiled, showcasing a mix of familiar faces and new additions. Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm), Anthony Mackie (Captain America), Sebastian Stan (Winter Soldier), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), Letitia Wright (Black Panther), Wyatt Russell (U.S. Agent), and Tenoch Huerta Mejía (Namor) are all confirmed to appear. Robert Downey Jr. will reprise his role as Doctor Doom, while Ebon Moss-Bachrach takes on the role of Ben Grimm (The Thing), Simu Liu returns as Shang-Chi, and Florence Pugh is back as Yelena Belova. The film will also feature Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange), Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Chris Evans in a secret role, Hayley Atwell (Peggy Carter), Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards), and Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm). The storyline is set to delve into the multiverse, where the Avengers face the looming threat of Doctor Doom.
Thunderbolts Overview
Set to release in theaters on May 2, 2025, Thunderbolts assembles a unique team of antiheroes, including characters like Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Red Guardian (David Harbour), U.S. Agent (Wyatt Russell), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen). The movie’s premise sees these disillusioned individuals band together on a dangerous mission set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), where they must face the darkest corners of their pasts.
The film promises to explore whether this dysfunctional group will tear themselves apart or rise above their differences to become something greater.
The Avengers: Doomsday Cast Reveal
On March 26, 2025, Marvel Entertainment streamed a live announcement revealing the cast of Avengers: Doomsday. As the video played, fans were introduced to several familiar faces, with a few surprises thrown in along the way. Notably, both Sebastian Stan and Wyatt Russell, who play Bucky Barnes and John Walker, respectively, were confirmed to return for Avengers: Doomsday. While this cast revelation was intended to showcase the upcoming Avengers movie, it also inadvertently teased some spoilers for Thunderbolts.
With Bucky and John Walker being key members of the Thunderbolts team, the announcement strongly suggests that these two characters will survive the events of Thunderbolts. Given that Avengers: Doomsday is set to release a year after Thunderbolts, fans are left to speculate on whether this casting reveal confirms the longevity of certain characters in the MCU or if there will be further twists in Thunderbolts that haven’t been revealed yet.
What We Know So Far About Avengers: Doomsday
While the livestream did reveal Sebastian Stan and Wyatt Russell’s involvement in Avengers: Doomsday, other members of the Thunderbolts cast have yet to be mentioned. Florence Pugh, David Harbour, and the remaining Thunderbolts cast were not featured in the livestream announcement, suggesting that Marvel has more surprises in store. According to Jeff Sneider of The InSneider, Marvel has as many as 50 names left to be revealed, meaning additional cast members from Thunderbolts could still join the Avengers: Doomsday roster.
The other confirmed stars for Avengers: Doomsday include Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Vanessa Kirby (Helena), Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson / Captain America), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), and Letitia Wright (Shuri). These additions only heighten the excitement surrounding the film, which is expected to be a massive crossover event within the MCU.
A Look at Thunderbolts and Its High Stakes
Directed by Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts has quickly become one of the most anticipated films in the MCU. The film focuses on a group of antiheroes brought together by the enigmatic Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who appears to have her own agenda. The synopsis of the movie hints at high stakes, with the characters’ pasts playing a significant role in the challenges they must overcome. The team includes:
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Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), the Black Widow who has been grappling with her past and her complicated relationship with Natasha Romanoff’s legacy.
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Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), the former Winter Soldier, now trying to find redemption after years of being manipulated and turned into an assassin.
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Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian (David Harbour), a Russian supersoldier who once fought alongside Black Widow.
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John Walker/U.S. Agent (Wyatt Russell), a man with a troubled history as the U.S. government’s answer to Captain America.
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Antonia Dreykov/Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), a highly skilled fighter with photographic reflexes.
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Ava Starr/Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), a woman with the ability to phase through matter, making her a dangerous opponent.
Together, these characters will face a mission that forces them to confront not only their enemies but also their darkest secrets. The group will need to decide if they will tear each other apart or become something greater—much like the Avengers did before them. Thunderbolts promises to explore themes of redemption, trust, and the possibility of uniting even the most dysfunctional individuals for the greater good.
The movie also features new additions to the cast, including Lewis Pullman as Bob and Geraldine Viswanathan as Mel. These new characters will likely play crucial roles in the team’s dynamic and mission.
The Future of the MCU: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars
After Thunderbolts debuts in May 2025, Marvel fans won’t have to wait long for the next big event. Avengers: Doomsday is set to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, and will likely feature many of the same characters and storylines that began in Thunderbolts.
Following Avengers: Doomsday, Avengers: Secret Wars will conclude this phase of the MCU on May 7, 2027. With so much still to be revealed in terms of casting, plot, and character arcs, the MCU is shaping up to deliver a thrilling and action-packed few years for fans.
Final Thoughts
While the Avengers: Doomsday cast reveal may have spoiled some of the fates of Thunderbolts characters, it has only heightened excitement for the MCU’s upcoming releases. With an unpredictable plot and a star-studded cast, Thunderbolts will surely be a pivotal moment in the MCU, setting the stage for the next chapter of Marvel’s grand storytelling.
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