Marvel's Thunderbolts Releases Clip Featuring Florence Pugh's Stunt

Marvel Studios has released a new clip and behind-the-scenes featurette for the upcoming film Thunderbolts*, set to premiere on May 2, 2025. The footage showcases Florence Pugh’s character Yelena Belova performing a daring stunt off Malaysia's Merdeka 118, the world's second tallest building, highlighting her dedication to practical effects in the film. The clip also explores Yelena's emotional turmoil, referencing the void she feels since the death of her sister, Natasha Romanoff, in Avengers: Endgame. The film assembles a cast of anti-heroes, including Yelena, Bucky Barnes, and John Walker, who must confront their pasts while navigating a dangerous mission set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. Additionally, the marketing campaign for Thunderbolts* is ramping up as the release date approaches, with thematic connections made to previous MCU installments, particularly concerning Yelena's character arc. Marvel aims to emphasize practical effects over CGI, a decision influenced by Pugh's insistence on performing her own stunts despite initial safety concerns from Disney's team.