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5 Shocking Thunderbolts* Post-Credit Scenes Leaks That Change The Entire MCU Timeline (Avengers: Doomsday Connection Explained)

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As of December 19, 2025, the buzz surrounding Marvel Studios’ final Phase 5 film, Thunderbolts*, is reaching a fever pitch, driven almost entirely by explosive rumors and alleged leaks concerning its two crucial post-credit scenes. Scheduled for release on May 2, 2025, the film is meant to be a pivotal bridge to the Multiverse Saga's conclusion, and the end-of-movie teases reportedly deliver some of the most consequential setup in MCU history.

The anti-hero team's debut film is not just about redemption and morally gray actions; it’s about reshaping the post-Blip world. These rumored scenes don't just introduce new characters; they create a massive conflict with the established heroes, confirming the film's title change to Thunderbolts* is a crucial plot point that directly sets the stage for the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday.

The Thunderbolts* Cast and Their Immediate MCU Future

The film’s main roster is a collection of former villains, anti-heroes, and government assets, all operating under the watchful eye of Director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. Their survival and actions in Thunderbolts* are central to the rumored post-credit scenes, as nearly the entire team is expected to play a role in the upcoming Avengers films.

  • Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh): The de facto field leader, Yelena's journey from assassin to reluctant hero is the emotional core. She is heavily rumored to be a key figure in the "New Avengers" team.
  • Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan): The team's moral compass and arguably the most experienced fighter. His presence in the post-credit scene solidifies his role in the next major saga.
  • Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian (David Harbour): The comedic relief and Taskmaster's adoptive father. His mid-credits scene is rumored to be a personal, character-driven moment.
  • John Walker / U.S. Agent (Wyatt Russell): The government's controversial Captain America replacement. His aggressive nature makes him a likely source of conflict in the post-credits tease.
  • Ava Starr / Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen): Her unique phasing abilities make her a valuable, if unstable, asset. She is seen alongside the other core members in the rumored post-credit scene.
  • Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko): Her role is less clear, but her inclusion in the final fight suggests a key part in the team's formation.
  • Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus): The mastermind behind the team. One rumor suggests the team turns on her, leading to a major confrontation.

The Mid-Credits Scene: A 'New Avengers' Name and a Lawsuit

The first post-credits sequence, or mid-credits scene, is reportedly a direct follow-up to the film's climax, where the Thunderbolts team is hailed as heroes by the public. This success leads to a massive, controversial decision that sets up the team's future as morally ambiguous "heroes."

The Contested Name: New Avengers

According to multiple leaks, the mid-credits scene shows the surviving Thunderbolts members—Yelena, Bucky, John Walker, and Ghost—walking into the newly renovated Avengers Tower, which is now owned by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine's organization.

In a shocking move, the team has been rebranded and is now operating under the name "The New Avengers."

The scene reportedly features the team discussing their controversial new status. The conversation quickly shifts to the current Captain America, Sam Wilson. One significant rumor suggests that Sam Wilson is actively suing the Thunderbolts/New Avengers for using the "Avengers" name, which he views as a sacred title they have not earned.

This scene is a massive narrative shift. It establishes a clear, immediate conflict between the established, heroic legacy of the Avengers (led by Sam Wilson) and the government-sanctioned, morally compromised "New Avengers" team. This internal struggle for the soul of the MCU's heroism is expected to be a major theme in Phase 6.

The End-Credits Scene: Setting Up Avengers: Doomsday and Doctor Doom

The second, and more consequential, end-credits scene is the one that directly connects Thunderbolts* to the larger Multiverse Saga, particularly Avengers: Doomsday. The scene is rumored to be a lengthy sequence, so important that it was allegedly filmed by the Russo Brothers, who directed Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame.

The Sentry and the Void

One of the persistent rumors about the main plot of Thunderbolts* involves the team being sent to the Void (a location introduced in Loki) or a similar alternate dimension to deal with a powerful, unstable entity: The Sentry.

The end-credits scene reportedly focuses on the aftermath of this confrontation, with a ship or a dimensional rift appearing. This ship is then confirmed to belong to the Fantastic Four, who are currently off-world or in another dimension, thus drawing a direct line between the anti-hero team, the cosmic side of the MCU, and the upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps film.

The Arrival of Victor von Doom

The most significant leak suggests the scene culminates with a tease of the MCU's next major villain: Victor von Doom (Doctor Doom).

While the film may not show Doctor Doom directly, the final moments of the end-credits sequence are rumored to reveal that the entire mission—the formation of the Thunderbolts, the conflict with the New Avengers, and the dimensional interference—was orchestrated by a powerful, unseen figure. The final shot, or a voiceover, is said to be the first explicit hint of Doctor Doom's presence in the MCU, positioning him as the true puppet master leading into Avengers: Doomsday.

This scene effectively establishes three major Phase 6 storylines:

  1. The fractured state of the Avengers.
  2. The introduction of the Fantastic Four's world.
  3. The looming threat of Doctor Doom.

What the Asterisk (*) Truly Means

The official title, Thunderbolts*, has been a source of intense speculation since its announcement. The post-credit scenes are said to provide the definitive answer, and it is far more than a simple stylistic choice.

The asterisk is a narrative device that signifies a major, fundamental change in the team's identity and mission. The asterisk is rumored to stand for a few key things:

  • The New Avengers Rebrand: The most popular and well-supported rumor suggests the asterisk signifies the team's controversial name change to "The New Avengers," which is immediately challenged by Sam Wilson.
  • A Legal/Moral Disclaimer: The asterisk could represent a legal or moral disclaimer, acknowledging that this team, unlike the original Avengers, is composed of criminals and morally compromised individuals. They are "Avengers*"—with an asterisk denoting a dark, hidden truth.
  • A Hidden Leader: Another theory suggests the asterisk is a symbol for the team's true, unseen leader (Doctor Doom or the Sentry's influence), indicating that the team's actions are not their own.

The most consistent reports indicate that the asterisk is a direct reference to the team's forced rebranding and the legal battle with Sam Wilson, making the title itself a meta-commentary on the MCU's new, less-than-heroic status quo.

Topical Authority: The Phase 6 Chessboard

The two post-credit scenes in Thunderbolts* are not just simple teases; they are the final pieces of the Phase 6 chessboard being set. The film's ending creates a dual-threat scenario for the MCU: an internal conflict and an external, cosmic one.

The internal conflict is the "New Avengers" vs. "Sam Wilson’s Avengers." This sets up a civil war-like scenario where the heroes are divided over who gets to carry the mantle of the Avengers.

The external conflict is the connection to the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom, which provides the ultimate, world-ending threat that will require a unified team—if they can ever unite.

By using its morally gray team to introduce the next major villain (Doctor Doom) and the next major team (Fantastic Four), Thunderbolts* has reportedly delivered the most consequential post-credit scenes since the Infinity Saga, making it an absolute must-watch for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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