As a seasoned gamer and avid MCU fan with a decade-long history of following the Marvel Cinematic Universe, I must admit that my heart skipped a beat when I heard the rumors about Scarlett Johansson‘s potential return as Black Widow in Thunderbolts*. However, after digesting the latest news, I can’t help but feel a mix of disappointment and intrigue.
The much-anticipated trailer of Thunderbolts* has finally dropped. The action fantasy drama revolves around a team of antiheroes fighting for the government. As fans gear up to welcome this new addition to the MCU, rumors are surging around the comeback of an iconic character. It is none other than Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow, played by Scarlett Johansson. So, will Johansson return as Black Widow in Thunderbolts*?
Here is everything you need to know about the beloved MCU’s character entry in the film.
Will Scarlett Johansson return as Black Widow in Marvel’s Thunderbolts*?
No, Scarlett Johansson won’t return as Black Widow in Marvel’s Thunderbolts*.
Despite not playing her character again in the upcoming film, it’s exciting to know that Johansson will be working behind the scenes as an executive producer. This information was shared back in 2021 by ComicBook when Marvel President Kevin Feige suggested a potential collaboration with Johansson for an MCU project. Given her past role as an executive producer on “Black Widow” in 2021, it’s not surprising that she is involved in the production of Thunderbolt.
Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe know that Natasha Romanoff, or Black Widow, made a heart-wrenching sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame to vanquish Thanos. The announcement of Thunderbolts, a film focusing on Black Widow’s storyline, brought hope that Scarlett Johansson might return as executive producer, implying a possible comeback for the character.
On the contrary, that situation changed significantly following the character’s heartbreaking demise in Endgame. Furthermore, considering the high-profile ensemble of Thunderbolt*, it seems unlikely that Johnson will make an appearance, not even as a brief cameo. Additionally, the film introduces Yelena Belova, portrayed by Florence Pugh, who is one of the Thunderbolts members and was trained in the Red Room like the Black Widow.
Although fans might feel her absence on screen, they can anticipate Scarlett Johansson’s contribution as a producer instead. Her upcoming projects promise to showcase the unique touches she added to the 2021 prequel.
Thunderbolts* is slated to release on May 2, 2025.
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2024-09-24 14:40