Marvel fans know the drill, never leave your seat when the credits roll. Thunderbolts is no exception, and yes, it does have not just one, but two extra scenes: a mid-credits stinger and a post credits scene. Both are more than just fan service, they cleverly set the stage for the next phase of the MCU and drop a major hint about the arrival of the Fantastic Four First Steps.

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Thunderbolts Mid-Credits Scene

In a humorous callback to a recurring bit in the film, Red Guardian (David Harbour) is seen in a grocery store trying to convince a shopper to buy a box of Wheaties featuring the Thunderbolts on the cover. While she humours him, she ultimately abandons the box down the aisle. It’s a funny, light-hearted moment that adds a bit of humanity and levity after the intense final act.

Thunderbolts Post-Credits Scene

This is where things get wild. Fourteen months later, we find the Thunderbolts at their new HQ with a fresh team name: New Avengers. But there’s a hitch—Sam Wilson is suing them for using the name “Avengers,” which is apparently trademarked. Red Guardian proposes the hilarious workaround: calling themselves “New Avengerz” (yes, with a Z). It’s classic Marvel comedy with a legal twist.

But the real jaw-dropper comes moments later: the team detects an anomaly in the sky. A spacecraft enters Earth’s atmosphere, and emblazoned on its side is a giant “4”—the Fantastic Four have arrived in Earth-616. The MCU theme for the team plays, giving fans their first proper crossover tease ahead of Avengers: Doomsday.

Why These Scenes Matter

While some recent post-credits scenes in the Multiverse Saga have felt like filler, Thunderbolts uses its stingers wisely. Not only do they pay off ongoing gags and character arcs, but they also set up a major transition—from disjointed anti-heroes to an officially sanctioned U.S. government team and a new Avengers lineup. The Fantastic Four tease confirms their long-anticipated MCU landing and sets up the stakes for what’s to come.

Thunderbolts Is Certified Fresh and Critically Acclaimed

Currently sitting at 88% on Rotten Tomatoes from 113 reviews, Thunderbolts is already “Certified Fresh.” It’s tied with top-tier MCU entries like Spider-Man: Homecoming, Shang-Chi, and Guardians of the Galaxy. With a star-studded cast including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour, and sharp direction by Jake Schreier, this is a film that blends grit, humour, and universe-expanding developments.

So, Should You Stay After the Credits?

Absolutely. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the legal jabs at Marvel canon, or the Fantastic Four’s epic tease, the Thunderbolts post-credit scenes are essential viewing. They’re not just entertaining—they’re the connective tissue to the future of the MCU.

Thunderbolts releases in Indian theatres on May 1, 2025.