Thunderbolts* is here and between seeing all these not-really-heroes coming together and the weird asterisk in their name, it’s no surprise to see that people are hyped to see what happens to them. And, trust us, you’re definitely not going to want to miss it. It is not only one of the best Marvel films of all time, it is also the final movie in Phase 5, which means that it’s totally setting up more for the upcoming Phase 6. So with so much on the line, we don’t blame you for wanting to watch it right away. Ready to see what this new group is made up of?
Here’s everything you need to know about watching Thunderbolts*.
When is Thunderbolts* coming out?
The final movie in Phase 5 and the 36th Marvel Cinematic Universe movie overall (yes, we checked!) was released on May 2, 2025, but some theaters did have some special fan screenings on May 1!
How can I watch Thunderbolts* in theaters?
Your next mission: to run to the theater to catch Thunderbolts*. Like all our faves, not everything stays on the big screen forever, so if you want to see what happens to these unlikely heroes, you’re going to want to buy tickets ASAP.
Buy Tickets to ‘Thunderbolts*’
How can I watch Thunderbolts* at home?
Since it just came out in theaters, it’s still a little too early to catch it on the smaller screen, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to watch it soon! The movie will definitely eventually hit Disney+, so if you’re a subscriber, you’re in luck! An exact release date hasn’t been announced yet, but it should be a few weeks after it leaves theaters.
Watch ‘Thunderbolts*’ on Disney+

But if you’re not a subscriber, you can still rent or buy it at home via online stores like Prime Video, iTunes, Fandango at Home, YouTube, or Google Play. Or if you’re a huge fan, you’ll also be able to buy it on Blu-ray and DVD!
Basically, no matter what you choose, you’ll definitely won’t be behind on your MCU watch!