The Thunderbolts are a fictional superhero team appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. They first appeared in “The Incredible Hulk” #449 in 1997. The team is typically composed of reformed supervillains who take on the role of heroes. The concept behind the Thunderbolts is to provide a narrative where characters with ambiguous morals or pasts seek redemption by doing good, allowing for complex character development and storylines. Over time, the roster of the Thunderbolts has varied, featuring members such as Baron Zemo, Deadpool, and Venom, among others. The group often operates under the guise of established heroes, both to gain public trust and to achieve their own goals. They have become known for their anti-hero dynamics, exploring themes of redemption, trust, and the nature of heroism.
*Thunderbolts* introduces a dynamic group of anti-heroes stepping into the Marvel spotlight, challenging traditional hero narratives. Florence Pugh's Yelena Belova, alongside David Harbour’s Red Guardian and Sebastian Stan's Winter Soldier,…