Thunderbolts OTT release: Cast, characters, and MCU connections explained

Marvel’s Thunderbolts* brings together MCU antiheroes—Belova, Bucky, Walker, Taskmaster, Ghost, Sentry, Red Guardian—on a dangerous mission. Streams August 27 on JioHotstar.

A still from Thunderbolts*

Summary:

• Thunderbolts* (2025) unites MCU antiheroes like Belova, Bucky, Walker, Taskmaster, Ghost, Sentry, and Red Guardian for a high-stakes mission.

• The film explores their pasts, redemption arcs, and complex relationships, with de Fontaine orchestrating the team.

• Streams in India on August 27, 2025, exclusively on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium).

On August 27, 2025, fans in India will be able to see Thunderbolts* (2025), the newest superhero ensemble film from Marvel Studios, on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium). Being the 36th instalment in the MCU, the film unites a group of antiheroes who are compelled to cooperate in the face of imminent danger. The film features a number of actors who have been in earlier Marvel Cinematic Universe endeavours; it was written and directed by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo.

Thunderbolts* cast and their MCU journey

Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova

Returning from her appearances in Black Widow (2021) and the Disney+ series Hawkeye (2021), Pugh reprises her role as Yelena Belova. She, a Red Room trainee, grieves the death of her sister Natasha Romanoff and other tragedies in Avengers: Endgame (2019). She becomes an important character in Thunderbolts* after joining the group that is now called the New Avengers and finding her place on the squad. Flashbacks feature Violet McGraw as a younger Yelena.

Lewis Pullman as Robert “Bob” Reynolds / Sentry / Void

Joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the first time, Pullman plays a superhero whose sinister sidekick, Void, has devastating powers. Reynolds' mental health and amnesia are explored in the film, which enhances his fight for identity.

David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian

A father figure to Belova and a crucial member of the Thunderbolts, Harbour's Red Guardian makes a triumphant return after debuting in Black Widow (2021). This film discusses their complex connection.

Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr / Ghost

The 2018 film Ant-Man and the Wasp was John-Kamen's debut appearance in the role of Ghost. She shows more poise and mastery of her phasing skills in Thunderbolts* and acts more calmly under pressure.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine

Louis-Dreyfus is back in her Marvel Cinematic Universe role as the Thunderbolts' mastermind, de Fontaine. Chiara Stella's character, who was previously involved with the purchase of Avengers Tower in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), is further explored in the film, which expands on her weaknesses and motivations, including a flashback to the death of her father.

In its upcoming OTT premiere on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium), Thunderbolts* will provide fans with a new take on Marvel Cinematic Universe antiheroes with its varied ensemble as it explores the themes of redemption, teamwork, and complicated histories.

FAQs:

Q: When will Marvel’s Thunderbolts* release on OTT in India?

A: Thunderbolts* will stream in India on August 27, 2025, via JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium).

Q: Who is in the cast of Thunderbolts*?

A: The ensemble cast includes Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Q: What role does Florence Pugh play in Thunderbolts*?

A: Florence Pugh reprises her role as Yelena Belova, a former Red Room agent and central member of the team.

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