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Bucky and Friends: The Thunderbolts Are Back with a Bang (and an Asterisk)!

Marvel's 'Thunderbolts' drops epic new trailer at D23 Brazil—featuring Bucky, Yelena, and a questionable asterisk!

This weekend, the excitement was palpable at the D23 Expo in Brazil as Disney unleashed a special look at their highly anticipated Marvel Cinematic Universe entry, "Thunderbolts." Fans were treated to an extended trailer that gave them a taste of the chaos and camaraderie that awaits. The cast, including fan-favorites David Harbour as Red Guardian and Florence Pugh's Yelena Belova, shared the stage, generating buzz like only Marvel can. With familiar faces and fresh sparks, Thunderbolts is setting itself up to be one wild ride.

In this latest trailer drop, we not only got to see the fierce mental and physical antics of our beloved anti-heroes, but there's also an amusing focus on the notorious asterisk in the title. It seems to be a running gag, as the cast members took some playful jabs at it during the event. Delightfully chaotic banter from the likes of Sebastian Stan, who reprises his role as Bucky Barnes, kept the audience giggling, making everyone wonder if the asterisk has more significance than meets the eye—possibly a nod to the Marvel tradition of sprinkling hidden gems throughout their narratives?!

As the team of anti-heroes—composed of Bucky, Yelena, John Walker, Taskmaster, and Red Guardian—join forces, viewers are bound to witness their unique quirks clash in both comical and action-packed scenarios. Marvel clearly enjoys taking its villains and giving them a rebranded redemption arc, and this incursion promises to be anything but dull. With an ensemble that screams talent, the Thunderbolts are charging into action with plenty of attitude to spare.

What’s even more exciting about this film? It’s not just a random mash-up of Marvel’s rogue gallery; it’s also a fresh take on the superhero genre that’ll showcase the thin line between right and wrong. As the viewers await its release, keep an eye on the promise of unexpected twists—like a plot twist sandwich served with side orders of snark from Pugh and Harbour.

Fun Fact 1: "Thunderbolts" was first introduced in the comics in 1997, gaining a significant following as it offered readers a story centered on reformed villains. What a concept!

Fun Fact 2: The asterisk in the title is speculated to hint at ongoing subplot themes in the film; Marvel is known for its clever references and Easter eggs—you might want to keep your superhero glasses on for those hidden gems!