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Disney boss Bob Iger admits Marvel "lost a little focus by making too much," and says Thunderbolts is "the first and best example" of "better quality" after refocusing on movies

"We've also learned over time that quantity does not necessarily beget quality"

Total Film · May 7, 2025

Marvel’s Thunderbolts* shines a light on men’s mental illness – but falls down with this outdated plotline

This piece contains spoilers.

The Conversation · May 7, 2025

Disney’s Q2 Movie Losses Might Hit $100,000,000? Was Elon Musk Right That Bob Iger Needs to Be ‘Fired Immediately’

Beset by high-profile clashes, subscriber losses, and back-to-back box office disappointments — including Thunderbolts, Snow White, and Brave New World.

Barchart · May 7, 2025

It took five years, but Thunderbolts' post-credits surprise finally fixed my big problem with the MCU before Avengers: Doomsday

Opinion: Thunderbolts' biggest gift to the MCU is that it finally gives me a reason to care about Avengers: Doomsday

Total Film · May 4, 2025

After Thunderbolts*, Marvel has the perfect opportunity to do the unthinkable with The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel has a golden opportunity to do something it's never done before with the MCU's next two movie releases.

TechRadar · May 3, 2025

When will Marvel's Thunderbolts* movie be released on Disney+?

Thunderbolts is coming to Disney+ in the near future – here's everything you need to know before it's available to watch at home.

TechRadar · May 2, 2025

Key things to know about the upcoming summer movie season

Superman already has a lot on his shoulders

The Independent UK · Apr 29, 2025

'Thunderbolts' Review: Marvel's Most Unexpected Antiheroes Jolt The MCU Back To Life

Thunderbolts*, the last film in the MCU's underwhelming Phase Five is Marvel's best movie in years, thanks to an ambitious, surprisingly dark, narrative.

Inverse · Apr 29, 2025

The essential Marvel movies and shows to watch before Thunderbolts – a spoiler-free guide

Get ready for Thunderbolts with these MCU entries

Total Film · Apr 29, 2025

Daredevil showrunner reveals why the Netflix series only had loose connections to the MCU: "We had very, very limited access to the toys"

Steven DeKnight on why Netflix's Daredevil never brought in any Marvel heavy hitters

Total Film · Apr 28, 2025