Marvel's Thunderbolts Streaming Launches on Disney+, JioHotstar August 27

Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts, the final film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase Five, follows a group of anti-heroes including Bucky Barnes, Yelena Belova, and others, who are trapped in a deadly scheme by CIA Director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine and must confront their troubled pasts to survive. Directed by Jake Schreier and featuring a star-studded cast including Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan, the film explores deep themes such as mental health, trauma, depression, and the importance of community and healing. Despite receiving positive critical acclaim and an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score, Thunderbolts underperformed at the box office, grossing around $382 million against a $180 million budget. The film debuted in theaters on May 2, 2025, and is set to stream on Disney+ starting August 27, with availability on platforms such as JioHotstar in India in multiple languages, as well as options for purchase or rental on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and others. Florence Pugh highlighted Marvel's effort to address mental health themes, which she believes will resonate with many viewers. Thunderbolts ties up major storylines from earlier Marvel films while delivering a fresh take on the superhero genre through its portrayal of flawed, complex characters.