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Marvel renames Thunderbolts just a week after release

Marvel cast reveals Thunderbolts title change
  • Marvel's Thunderbolts has officially changed its title to The New Avengers following the film's release.
  • This change, revealed through updated posters and billboards, reflects a key plot point where the team is rebranded.
  • While some fans praise the marketing tactic, others criticised it as a spoiler.
  • The asterisk in the original title now appears to have been part of a planned publicity stunt.
  • Robert Downey Jr. praised the film after a viewing with fellow Marvel stars.
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