THUNDERBOLTS Breaks Marvel Record with Longest Post-Credits Scene Ever — What Does It Reveal About Avengers: Doomsday?

Marvel’s THUNDERBOLTS* has officially set a franchise record by delivering the longest post-credits scene in MCU history. Clocking in at a whopping 2 minutes and 54 seconds, the sequence surpasses even Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which featured five mid- and post-credit scenes combined.

Meet the New Avengers… Sort Of

The explosive final act features Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, and David Harbour reprising their roles as Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, John Walker, and Red Guardian, respectively. In a pivotal scene, Valentina Allegra de Fontaine officially dubs the team the “New Avengers,” marking a huge shift in the MCU’s power structure.

Two Post-Credit Scenes, One Epic Setup

The film delivers not one but two major post-credit scenes:

Scene One showcases the Thunderbolts enjoying their newfound fame and Avenger status.
Scene Two drops a multiversal bombshell—the Thunderbolts team up with the Fantastic Four as they head toward Earth.

This second scene wasn’t originally meant for THUNDERBOLTS* at all—it was planned for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday film.

Secret Crossover Filmed Ahead of Schedule

Director Jake Schreier revealed in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that while he was present during the shoot, he didn’t direct the second post-credit clip. That scene, he admitted, “comes from the set of a movie that is officially beginning production on Monday,” strongly hinting at Avengers: Doomsday.

Thunderbolts at the Watchtower — A Glimpse Into the Bigger Battle

Fans were treated to a scene where the Thunderbolts bicker at the Watchtower, their dynamic echoing the dysfunction of early Avengers lineups. Schreier described the moment as surreal:

“It was so fun to see your characters go off into this bigger context. We’ve been living in our own contained world, but it was really fun to see them there.”

New Suits All Around—Except One

All team members don sleek, updated battle suits in the final scenes—except Bob, who remains in plain clothes. When asked about this curious choice, Schreier coyly dodged the question:

“I might get shot if I open my mouth any further.”

What’s Next for Marvel Fans?

With THUNDERBOLTS* thriving in theaters and hype building for Avengers: Doomsday (releasing May 2026), Marvel’s next phase is shaping up to be as unpredictable as it is ambitious. And if these post-credit scenes are any indication, the line between hero and antihero is about to blur in the most thrilling way yet.

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