10 Things About Thunderbolts* That Make No Sense

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With the release on Disney+, fans can relive the original adventure of this unlikely team. But a closer re-watch might reveal a few plot holes. *Thunderbolts* is an enjoyable movie overall, though it could have been even better if Marvel Studios had addressed these inconsistencies.

The new *Thunderbolts* movie excited fans with the promise of a fresh direction, but it also left some plot points unclear, sped through others, and didn’t address established storylines. Despite these confusing elements, fans are still enjoying the film. Luckily, Marvel Studios has the opportunity to clarify things in future installments, which could make the movie even more satisfying the second time around.

The Bucky Everyone Knows And Loves Would Never Become A Congressman

Following his role in *The Falcon and the Winter Soldier*, Bucky Barnes began looking into Valentina Allegra de Fontaine and eventually joined the Thunderbolts team after receiving information from Contessa Valentina. Many viewers felt this new political direction for Bucky didn’t fit his established personality.

Because of Steve Rogers, Bucky isn’t as jaded as he used to be. However, even after being freed from mind control, he struggled to fit back into normal society. He doubted his own worth, and others were hesitant to trust him. Given his independent nature, becoming a public figure like a congressman just doesn’t seem like the right path for him.

The Thunderbolts Would Never Work With Valentina Voluntarily

Okay, so we spent the entire game trying to stop Valentina, but she totally played us! She publicly tricked the Thunderbolts into basically becoming the new Avengers. And get this – the after-credits scene showed us moving into Avengers Tower! Turns out, she bought the whole place, so we’re still working *for* her, just in a fancier location. Seriously, she’s a master manipulator!

It’s hard to understand why anyone would collaborate with her, considering all the heroes have been hurt by Valentina in the past. They know she’s untrustworthy and will prioritize her own safety, even if it means betraying others. Even if they felt obligated to help her, they wouldn’t want to see her avoid consequences for her actions and believe she deserves to be punished. Hopefully, a future installment will address this and deliver the justice they expect.

Taskmaster’s Death Cheapened Many MCU Storylines

Fans are still shocked by what happened, particularly how early in the movie it occurred. While the limited promotion featuring Olga Kurylenko led many to suspect her character would die before forming a strong partnership, no one anticipated such an unremarkable death. Most expected a heroic sacrifice, allowing her to atone for her past actions under her father’s influence.

Antonia’s death not only ended her story but also robbed Natasha Romanoff of the chance to fulfill a key part of her legacy: offering forgiveness and a path to redemption. Instead of a hopeful transformation, Antonia became a grim example of the risks faced by mercenaries. Director Jake Schreier suggested Taskmaster’s death was meant to emphasize the dangers these heroes face, but Antonia’s potential for growth was lost, turning her into a warning rather than a character who found a better future.

Sam Wilson Doesn’t Agree With The New Avengers

The show establishes that Sam Wilson, the current leader of the Avengers, doesn’t support Valentina’s new team. The storyline even includes a joke about Red Guardian exploiting a legal technicality regarding the team’s name, which feels unnecessary and confusing given the circumstances.

The Avengers shouldn’t be a closed-off group, considering what these heroes stand for. Given everything Earth has faced, the new Captain America – Sam Wilson – should welcome all the help he can get. While the new Avengers may have complicated pasts, Sam, as a friend of Bucky and someone who believes in fairness, should be open to giving people a second chance.

The Void Was Too Big Of A Threat

The *Thunderbolts* series brought us The Void, arguably the most frightening villain the MCU has seen yet. Bob Reynolds’s dark side is more dangerous than threats like the Chitauri, Loki, and even Thanos (without the Infinity Stones). It’s strange, then, that Earth’s heroes thought a small team of enhanced soldiers and hired guns could handle him.

Yelena and her team managed to defeat the Void, but it’s hard to believe other New York heroes didn’t help. Characters like Doctor Strange, Thor, and Spider-Man have powers that would have been incredibly useful in the fight, and fans are questioning why they weren’t involved. It doesn’t seem realistic that they would have just stood by and watched.

Sentry’s Introduction Was A Big Tease Without Payment

When Marvel Studios announced the character’s appearance, fans were thrilled. However, the movie didn’t actually feature the hero known as Sentry. Instead, viewers saw Bob and the Void. Sentry only appeared on screen for less than ten minutes, and the scene after the credits showed that Bob is hesitant to use his powers because he doubts his own control.

Fans are excited about the possibility of seeing the character’s powers unleashed in *Avengers: Doomsday*. However, many were let down by Sentry’s limited appearance in *Thunderbolts*. While his quick defeat of the New Avengers was impressive, it actually increased fans’ desire to see more of him.

The 14 Month Jump Leaves A Lot To The Imagination

The scene after the credits showed that the New Avengers had been working together as a team for over a year – fourteen months, to be exact. They now have new costumes, seem to be working well together, and have a permanent base of operations: the Watchtower, which used to be known as Stark Tower and the Avengers Tower. The scene also hinted at a disagreement or conflict between the original Avengers and this new team.

This information raises a lot of questions. The movie doesn’t clarify how the Avengers maintained the tower, their relationship with Valentina, or what threats they’ve previously faced. We also don’t learn who will be part of Sam Wilson’s new Avengers team, or where they’ll be operating from. Hopefully, Marvel Studios will provide more details about this era in the future.

How Did Bucky Get His Arm Back?

Okay, so as a huge fan, I’m a little confused about Bucky’s arm! Last we saw, Nebula gave it to Rocket as a Christmas gift in that *Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special*. But then, in *Thunderbolts*, he has a new one – or is it the *same* one? Honestly, the movie doesn’t say, and it’s kind of frustrating! It feels like a pretty big continuity issue they should have addressed.

The sudden appearance of Bucky with a new arm in *The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special* is confusing fans. It’s unclear if the special is meant to be official canon, or just a fun, non-essential side project. If the arm isn’t part of the main storyline, it feels like a careless oversight, and Marvel Studios needs to clarify what happened. If it *is* canon, it opens up a lot of unanswered questions.

Kingpin Would Have A Lot To Say About The New Avengers

According to the Marvel timeline, *Thunderbolts* happens immediately after *Daredevil: Born Again*, where Wilson Fisk becomes mayor of New York City and makes vigilantism illegal. This creates a problem: the Thunderbolts are a team of vigilantes, so they shouldn’t be operating legally. Surprisingly, the movie completely ignores this contradiction.

The New Avengers are funded by the government through Valentina, which creates a strange situation. How can they effectively fight crime when the city’s mayor, Wilson Fisk, is secretly the main criminal? Fisk should have shut down the team as soon as their existence became known.

Where Are The Avengers?

*Thunderbolts* introduces a new superhero team to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, intended to take the place of the original Avengers—or, more specifically, the New Avengers. However, the Avengers haven’t actually disappeared; the movie doesn’t explain where they are or why they didn’t help fight the Void, and doesn’t offer any clues about Wilson or his team either.

It’s clear Marvel Studios is trying to reshape the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and they seem to be taking inspiration from the work of Bryan Michael Bendis, particularly his take on the Avengers. However, this shift hasn’t felt natural. The transition has been somewhat disjointed, and important details are still lacking, with no clear indication they’ll be addressed soon.

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2025-10-20 21:40