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Road stop #53 · Phase 5 Continued

Thunderbolts*

2025 · Movie · MCU · CAN'T MISS

Assembles the unconventional team that matters going in.

127 min. Listed runtime from the fixed Road dataset, not measured playback time.

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Is Thunderbolts* essential before Avengers: Doomsday?

Thunderbolts* is #53 of 59 in the McuWatch watch order, in Phase 5 Continued, tagged CAN'T MISS: CAN'T MISS: the core setup for the road to Avengers: Doomsday. If you're short on time, watch these first. CAN'T MISS is McuWatch's own editorial pick, not an official Marvel requirement.

Watch before it: Wonder Man. Watch next: Ironheart. Streaming availability changes, so use “Find where to watch” for current results. Fan-made. Not affiliated with Marvel, Disney, or Sony.

Thunderbolts* FAQ

Do I need to watch Thunderbolts* before Avengers: Doomsday?

McuWatch tags Thunderbolts* as Essential: Core viewing. Important plot, characters, concepts, or rules later rely on this. Strongly recommended.

Where does Thunderbolts* fit in the MCU watch order?

Thunderbolts* (2025) is #53 of 59 in the McuWatch order, in Phase 5 Continued. It comes after Wonder Man.

How long is Thunderbolts*?

127 min. Listed runtime from the fixed Road dataset, not measured playback time.

What should I watch after Thunderbolts*?

Next is #54, Ironheart (2025), tagged Bonus Context.