If you’re planning to catch THUNDERBOLTS in theaters, don’t even think about leaving when the credits roll. According to media buzz, the film now holds the record for the longest post-credits scene in Marvel movie history—clocking in at a whopping 2 minutes and 54 seconds. Yep, that’s longer than all five credit scenes combined in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Marvel clearly said, “Go big or go home.”
This action-packed flick brings together Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent John Walker, and David Harbour as the chaotic but lovable Red Guardian. And by the end of the movie? Valentina Allegra de Fontaine officially dubs them the “new Avengers.” No pressure, right?
But the real buzz is all about those two post-credits scenes.
We get a glimpse of what life looks like now that this misfit squad is basking in the fame of being labeled Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Spoiler: they’re soaking it up.
This one’s the game-changer. It shows the Thunderbolts linking up with none other than the Fantastic Four—and they’re headed back to Earth together. Cue the goosebumps.
Interestingly, that second scene wasn’t even originally planned for this film. Director Jake Schreier told Entertainment Weekly that it was actually meant for the upcoming Avengers movie. He was on set for the shoot but clarified that he didn’t direct it himself—because it was technically from the Avengers: Doomsday production, which kicks off this Monday. (Yes, the hype is real.)
About a scene where the Thunderbolts are arguing at the Watchtower, Schreier said he felt “lucky” to be present and enjoyed seeing his characters placed in the larger MCU sandbox. “We’ve been in our own little world, but seeing them step into something bigger was incredible,” he added.
Oh, and one last quirky detail: every team member gets a sleek new suit for their next chapter… except Bob, who’s still rocking his civvies. Why? Schreier teased it playfully, saying he “might get shot” if he said too much. Classic Marvel secrecy.
THUNDERBOLTS is killing it in theaters right now, and Avengers: Doomsday is locked in for a May 2026 release. Mark your calendars, Marvel fam—this universe is only getting bigger.