In the lead up to the premiere, Marvel promised a different kind of superhero movie with “Thunderbolts.” Back in March, a trailer ran in theaters boasting the film’s lineup of cast and crew who have worked on A24 films. Even before the trailer debuted, director Schreier touted the film as distinct from Marvel’s usual fare.

The first reviews of Thunderbolts are coming in, and early reactions are praising the Marvel movie. Thunderbolts stars Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen,

Following early buzz, Thunderbolts* has received strong early reactions after its first screening in London. As the final film in Marvel's Phase 5, it's earning praise for its emotional depth, darker tone,