Thunderbolts* Box Office Struggles, Misses Break-Even

Marvel's Thunderbolts* grossed approximately $375–$379 million worldwide, placing it among the lowest-earning MCU films and falling short of Black Widow's $379.7 million global total. Despite positive critical reception and a strong cast, the film's global earnings are insufficient to break even against its estimated $280 million production and marketing budget, resulting in projected financial losses for Disney. Thunderbolts* did outperform some Fox X-Men movies but continued a downward trend in MCU box office performance. Industry analysts attribute its underperformance to a lack of well-known characters and the film's status as an untested property. The results increase pressure on upcoming MCU releases, such as The Fantastic Four: First Steps, to restore the franchise's box office momentum. The outcome underscores the MCU's ongoing challenges in generating excitement and profitability for its lesser-known characters.