Get Your Pup in the 4th of July Spirit With a Firework Costume

Most dogs dread Fourth of July. The sound of firecrackers going off at all hours of the day and night is just the worst. To help our pups get more friendly with fireworks, we created a firework pet costume that will surely encourage your dog to feel better about Independence Day. After all, once you (and your pup) are in the spirit, it will be pretty hard to be in a bad mood on this festive day. Our minimalist outfit includes a red, white and blue tutu and a firecracker headband. Read on for the tutu-orial.

Here’s our gal Brie looking patriotic in her cute little ‘fit.

Let’s get started with our tutu. This is essentially the same process you would use to make one for yourself or your kid.

Materials and Tools:
— red, white and blue tulle

— sewing machine

— elastic (or ideally, a headband)

— fabric scissors

— measuring tape

Instructions:

Tutu Tutorial

1. Measure your dogs “waist” and subtract an inch or two to account for the stretch in the elastic.

2. Cut and sew the ends of the elastic together to create a loop.

3. Cut strips of tulle (mine were 8-12 inches). You’ll need a bunch!

4. Wrap tulle strips around the elastic, completely filling the loop.

Brie’s belly measured 18 inches so I cut the elastic down to 16 1/2 inches. There was also about a half-inch elastic overlap when I sewed the band into a loop. For a small dog, two inches of stretch was just right. Not too tight, not too loose around her bod.

I purposefully cut my tulle at slightly different lengths to add to the crazy firework look.

Add as many strips as possible and vary the placement so that some are pointing up and some were pointing down. This will help fill in the tutu.

There you have it! Tutu-lly adorable.

Onto Brie’s hair accessory: the firecracker headband.

Materials and Tools:
— red, white and blue card stock (or thicker paper if possible)

— pen

— scissors

— tape (not pictured)

— elastic (not pictured)

— wire (not pictured)

Okay, so the original plan was to make Brie some firecracker sunnies, but after a failed attempt at getting them to stay on her face, I decided a headband would work much better. Thus the reason some of the supplies are not in the shot.

Firecracker Headband Tutorial

Instructions:

1. Draw two firecrackers on card stock.

2. Cut out the firecrackers.

3. Measure your dog’s head (going around his/her chin), then create an elastic loop just like you did for the tutu.

4. Poke wire through the elastic and tape the firecrackers to the top.

Draw two firecrackers on a piece of thick paper.

Cut out your shapes!

I used the extra elastic to create another loop that fit around Brie’s head. Then I poked jewelry wire through the elastic and taped the paper firecrackers to the top. I like how the wire is a little squirrelly. It adds to the spastic nature of the firecrackers.

We tried adding a shirt to the mix but found that it was too much. Go minimalist to get the look.

There she is! All ready for Fourth of July festivities.

What Fourth of July outfit will you dress your dog in this year? Show us your puppy photos by tagging us on Instagram + using the hashtag #iamcreative!

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Halloween is almost a month away, and we're doing the most to provide oodles of inspiration for you to get started on your costume planning. On this year's list? Pet Halloween costumes, of course! You've seen the funny ones, the catty ones, the doggy ones, and even the underwater ones – but now it's time to see every possibility out there. Here are 100 classy costumes for all your furry friends.

Carl From Up

Brit + Co

This pup was totally down with rocking a pair of glasses and bushy eyebrows.

Throwback Miley Cyrus

Brit + Co

Dogs dressed as Miley Cyrus might be the best thing to come out of Halloween this year. The cute little buns push us right over the edge.

Ewok

Brit + Co


Wait, that dog legit looks like an Ewok! You might just need to stealthis Leia look and recreate this cutesy pair for the holiday.

Liberace

Brit + Co

The detailed work on the piano alone is enough to make us swoon, but mostly we love that this dog parent created an entire tableau for their pup’s costume. The framed photo of Liberace’s partner is an especially solid touch.

Thanksgiving Turkey

Brit + Co

How timely is this? The whole scene is set so perfectly, we wish Thanksgiving was already here.

Chia Pet

Brit + Co

There’s just something about this photo, the fence, the painted orange legs, and the face on this dog that makes this the best Chia Pet costume we’ve ever seen.

Harry Potter

Brit + Co

Pipe cleaners as glasses and the lightning bolt scar? Genius. These well-coiffed pups would look right at home at Hogwarts.

Katy Perry Dark Horse

Brit + Co

Take your pick — just make sure your pup doesn’t think that wig is a chew toy.

What Does the Fox Say?

Brit + Co

We’re betting we know what this cute fox is saying – woof!

Mummy

Brit + Co

How crazy is this? This costume is so well done! A skeleton and a mummy are carrying a pumpkin, and looking rather stylish while doing it.

Doctor Pug

Brit + Co

Is there a doctor in the house who can sniff out solutions to patients' problems? Oh, there's Dr. Pug! This is one of the most adorable pet Halloween costumes we've seen so make sure your fur baby will be ready for their closeup if you let them wear it!

Facebook

Brit + Co

Of course, we’ve gotta give props to the tech-y dog parents out there.

Banana Split

Brit + Co

Combine this one with the pug-nana and you’re good to go.

Flying Monkeys

The Tin Man

Where’s that lion from above? These little mongrels are gonna get him, and the little dogs, too!

Captain America

Brit + Co

Pet Halloween costumes should be effortless so your dog can do things like lounge on the grass until it's time for action. Some may call that 'winning.'

Where’s Waldo

Brit + Co

The real question is, where’s Wenda?

Paddington Bear

Etsy

We just can't with this one. Also available for larger dogs, too!

Taco Kitten

Petco

This lil' taco cat is ready to trick or treat!

Postal Worker

Chewy

Dogs are known to totally love their mail person, right?

A Bunch of Grapes

F Yeah, Boston Terriers on Tumblr

We're not sure this pooch is super psyched to be a bunch of grapes, but he looks insanely cute!

Batdog and Robin

Celebrity Dachshund

Got two pups? The classic Batman and Robin duo is perfect for these dachshunds.

Bat

Etsy

If you've ever wondered why your cat's intrusive thoughts seem to win, dress them up as a bat to match their kooky personality.

Hula Dancer

Cosmopolitan

The most important thing about this costume? The props in the photo.

Rosie the Riveter

Columbia Star

Yes she can-ine!

Super Mario Cat

Costume Works

The toad charm is essential for this pet Halloween costume.

Mr. T

Buzzfeed

Mr. T’s signature flat-top mohawk is key to this costume look.

Garden Gnome

Etsy

There's no place like gnome.

Disco Ball

Chewy

Shine bright this holiday!

Cowboy

Amazon

There's a new sheriff in town, and he's adorbs.

Spider Man

Amazon

For Stan Lee fans, there's always this Spidey costume to honor Peter Parker.

Pin Cushion Pup

Daily Mail

This pooch is rocking that thimble hat!

Elephant

Amazon

This cape costume is easy to fit any and all ears.

Sherlock Holmes

Etsy

Elementary, my dear cat!

Ladybug

Etsy

A pet Halloween costume as cute as a bug in a rug.

First Down

Costume Works

We're not sure if this cat can actually walk around in the costume, but it certainly makes a good photo opp.

Pirate

Buzzfeed

On Halloween, cats are magically okay with water… right?

Miley Cyrus Wrecking Ball

Apartment Therapy

This dog came in like a wrecking ball and hit us hard with that goofy grin.

Hot Dog

Costume Works

How can you resist the hot dog pun? It's a classic!

Granny 

Chewy

Cat ladies, rejoice!

Regal Regalia

Buzzfeed

For the cat who truly acts like royalty, it's payback time.

Takeout-Carton Helmet

BuzzFeed

Alien invader… Space cadet… We’re not exactly sure what this cat’s supposed to be, but we do know we’ve never seen a Chinese food carton look quite this awesome before.

Triceratops

Pure Costumes

Make a statement with this prehistoric headpiece.

Hula Girl

Etsy

Say "aloha" to this hula-girl costume.

Titanic

Apartment Therapy

Our hearts will go on.

Werewolf

Chewy

More like werewoof! Pet owners can be Little Red Riding Hood to match!

Piñata

Refinery29

Is this pet Halloween costume made out of pup-er mache?

Bobsled Team

Costume Works

We see pride, we see power, we see a badass dachshund who don’t take no crap from nobody.

Lion

Instructables

All you need is a witch and a wardrobe to make this costume even more amazing.

Walrus

Apartment Therapy

Feel free to make this your computer wallpaper. It’s that good.

Star Wars

Dressed Up Dogs on Tumblr

We’ve seen a lot of Star Wars dog costumes in our day, including a Death Star made from a protective neck cone… but this one is even funnier than that.

Big Bad Wolf

Costume Works

Grandmother didn’t stand a chance against this sweet, cuddly wolf. (via Costume Works)

Frida Kahlo

Apartment Therapy

If this was a person dressed up as Frida Kahlo, it’d be super chic and intellectual. But this time, it’s a dog, and it’s hilarious.

Bat-Cat

BuzzFeed

To the bat-cat cave!

Elvis

Refinery29

Ain’t nothin’ but a hound dog… and we’re crying with laughter.

Tiger

Daily Mail

This dog’s costume is better than your dog’s costume. And it's not even a costume – just fur-friendly paint. (via Daily Mail)

Trick or Treating Ghost

Cosmopolitan

How can you resist that adorable little snout?

Madonna

Apartment Therapy

A nod to one of Maddona's signature looks is just what your little pup ordered.

Little Red Riding Cat

Buzzfeed

Something tells us the Big Bad Wolf wouldn’t mess with this catty little Red Riding Hood.

Dog Roast

Refinery29

This dog costume that keeps on giving throughout the year. You can use this one on Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Business Dog

Pinterest

This dude means business, French cuffs included.

Pilot Pooch

Martha Stewart

The dog looks great here, but we’re more focused on that hot pink plane!

Fire Truck

BuzzFeed

This corgi’s fire truck is epic.

Sushi Cat

Laughing Squid

Okay okay, a cat can’t really cruise around town in this costume but… it’s great for a sleepy little feline.

Pumpkin Pie

Animals Tweeting as Owen Pallett on Tumblr

Sometimes, the simplest DIY costumes are the best.

The Little Mermaid

Washington Post

Those flowing locks, that clamshell bra, and that shiny green tail — we’d know Ariel anywhere!

Thriller

Cosmopolitan

Cute, but can they do the dance?

Green Dinosaur

Etsy

Whether you buy or DIY, this costume is just begging for selfies.

Pilot Costume

Etsy

Your fur baby's likely calling the shots in your life so it's only right you dress them up as a cute pilot who means business.

Doggie Ghost

Maddie on Things

If your dog loves playing hide-n-seek as much as you do, make them a ghost costume they'll never forget.

Goat Cat

Flickr

It’s a goat cat. That’s all you need to know.

Rambo

Flickr

The jungle is ruff.

Hipster Dog

BuzzFeed

I think I saw this dude at the record shop!

Lobster

Amazon

You *need* to get your claws... erm... paws on this costume.

Royal Pooch

The Guardian

Cue Royals by Lorde.

Owl

BuzzFeed

This handcrafted costume is definitely a labor of love, and the results are gorgeous.

Robin

Cosmopolitan

Or should we say… Ro-bun?

A Pile of Leaves

BuzzFeed

This costume is ridiculous. We love it.

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Imgur

Love PSLs so much, you just want to hug them?

Little Turkey

Her Campus

The headpiece on this little turkey is what takes it to the next level.

Fruit Lady

BuzzFeed

The superimposed sunset background is the best part of this costume.

Mario and Luigi

Imgur

These canine bros make the perfect pair.

Donut Dog

This Is Colossal

A donut salesman is now officially a pet Halloween costume.

Boiled Lobster

Cosmpolitan

One more lobster – this time with a fire roaring under the pot!

Frenchie Fries

Cosmopolitan

Pet puns FTW.

Mad Hatter

Apartment Therapy

Get matchy-matchy by rocking your own Mad Hatter lookalongside your pooch.

50 Shades of Grey

Imgur

Bonus points for this snarky pick if your pup happens to have gray eyes as well.

Olympic Gymnast

Cosmpolitan

We are very impressed. 5 stars!

Girl Scout

Martha Stewart

We wish we could see a pic of the doggie as a box of Thin Mints, but this costume is still a knockout.

Evita

BuzzFeed

Don’t cry for me, Halloween-ahhh.

Captain

Celebrity Dachshund

All aboard!

Zombies

Etsy

Oh, the horror!

UPS Delivery Person

Amazon

Send with puppy love.

Aviator

Etsy

Perfect for high-flying cats that refuse to wear a whole costume.

The Beast

Etsy

Get your Princess Belle gown ready, and you and your dog can have coordinating costumes.

Vampire

Etsy

Beware of bites from this spooky vampire.

Chef

Etsy

With any luck, this chef will actually cook dinner for you.

French Cat

ETsy

Sure, if you could ask your cat if she wanted to be French for Halloween, she'd say "oui."

Granny

Etsy

Perfect for larger dogs that ready to retire.

Rooster

Etsy

Let your fur baby fulfill their dream of living on a farm.

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Cosmpolitan

And finally, a hilarious pile of yarn spaghetti, styrofoam meatballs, and a cool attitude.

What's your pet go-to costume this Halloween? Share with us @BritandCo!

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This article has been updated.

Additional reporting by Theresa Gonzalezand Meredith Holser.

Fans of Fourth Wing are on pins and needles because Rebecca Yarros just announced she's finished writing the third book in the Empyrean series! It's us, we're fans — along with over half of BookTok.

We can't believe we're getting closer to reading more about Violet Sorrengail's journey, but we know you have a ton of burning questions about the release date for Book No. 3.

We may not have all the answers, but we've done a little digging to share as much as we can because who doesn't want to know what Rebecca Yarros has been up to?

I'm new to the Empyrean series. Are "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame" really worth reading?

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I'm not going to lie to you. The editorial team, including myself, are extremely biased about Fourth Wingand Iron Flame. From my perspective, I think these are great books for anyone who had the pleasure of growing up during the great Harry Potter era and moved on to watchingGame of Thrones and House of Dragons.

Did she announce the name of book no. 3?

Rebecca Yarros/Instagram

YES! Book No. 3 is titled Oynx Storm.

Knowing what we do about the manifestation of Violet's powers, I think this could hint she's going to play an even larger role in the series. According to a fan theory shared on TikTok(via Empyrean Riders), it's believed that Violet and Xaden Riorson are actually gods. Stay with me here.

Empyrean Riders noted that Violet's last name means heavenly and that she's able to control time thanks to her connection to the young dragon Andarna (I love her so much!). That sounds pretty god-like to me.

And when asked which two Taylor Swift songs describe Onyx Storm, Rebecca Yarros chose "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" from The Tortured Poets Department and "So It Goes..." from Reputation. "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" is one of Taylor's most powerful songs and definitely translates the idea that Violet's powers are going to be stronger than ever, while "So It Goes..." is equal parts suspense and seduction, and is TOTALLY about "all the pieces fall right into place" to get together with the right person.

There's so much more to unpack so I suggest grabbing a yummy snack while you fall down the rabbit hole. All I'm sure of is that Onyx Storm is going to leave our emotions in shambles just like Fourth Wing and Iron Flame did.

When did Rebecca Yarros announce she's done writing book no. 3 in the series?

Rebecca Yarros/Instagram

On June 17, Rebecca Yarros shared this image of her laptop to indicate she'd finished the third book in the Empyrean series.

She wrote, "(Pic from one of the very many locations in which this book was written)," towards the end of the caption before adding a few relevant hashtags to it.

When will Onxy Storm be available for purchase?

Rebecca Yarros/Instagram

Rebecca Yarros exclusively told Good Morning America that fans can expect the book to hit shelves January 21, 2025! That gives us a little over six months to prepare our emotions for what's sure to be a storm of a book.

She said, "There will be politics, new adventures, old enemies and of course, dragons." There's no way she could forget the dragons because I'd willingly riot over them. They deserve to have their stories told forever.

As luck would have it, Cosmopolitan received an exciting first look at what's to come in Onyx Storm. The excerpt begins with Violet realizing the Venin have found their way into Basgiath War College and are wreaking havoc. Alongside Rhiannon, Sawyer, and Ridoc, she races to stop the Venin from releasing Jack Barlowe from his prison cell.

However, Violet's shocked when she discovered one of the "dark wielders" has a long silver braid that closely resembles her own. Before she can fully react, the woman disappears. According to Screen Rant, there are possible theories about why Violet saw her and what this means for her growing power.

Towards the end of the excerpt, Violet discovers the Venin want to capture her too. Also, Xaden makes his long-awaited appearance and it's clear their playful banter in the face of danger hasn't changed. That he hasn't fully changed into the Venin Violet's used to seeing.

I officially can't wait to read the rest of the book in January!

Has Rebecca Yarros revealed the cover for Onyx Storm?

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Onyx Storm

Yes!

TODAY received an exclusive look at the cover for Onyx Storm and it doesn't disappoint! Unlike its predecessors, it appears Rebecca Yarros is hinting that darker events will take place.

Fans of the Empyrean series aren't the only ones who are excited to see what fate has in store for our favorite characters though. In a statement to TODAY, Rebecca revealed how elated she is to be working on the series again. "It's amazing to be back with these characters again. She also said, ""I can't wait for readers to see what Violet, Xaden, and the rest of the quadrant have in store for them in Onyx Storm!"

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If you follow along on B+C, you’ve seen and admired our canine model, Turkey Temple (one of my favorite pet names, TBH). He is definitely a turkey by trade but clearly not by species. It seems like an obvious choice, but this was Turkey’s first time dressing up as a turkey for Halloween. Spooky season might be over, but it's *always* a good idea to dress your dog up for Thanksgiving if they don't mind!!

I’ve been making a lot of pet costumes this year, but this one has been high on my list for a long time. With some felt and One-Wrap Velcro, we created this pet costume in no time at all. Does your pet have a goofy name? Try dressing them up as their name, and make sure you snap photos and share them with us on Instagram! Oh, and don't forget to check out our 46 Cute Dogs Guaranteed To Make You Smile, too!

How To Make A Dog Turkey Costume

Tools And Materials:

  • red, orange, yellow and white felt
  • cardboard
  • One-Wrap Velcro
  • pen
  • fabric scissors
  • hot glue gun

Instructions:

1. Draw large, long oval feathers on your yellow felt. Stack the yellow felt on top of the orange felt and cut them both out. Next, draw a curved rectangular shape on the white felt and cut it out.

2. Hot glue the white rectangular shapes to the feathers, then glue the feathers to one another to create a fan shape.

3. Glue a horizontal strip of cardboard to the back of the feathers to help them stand upright.

4. Hot glue a piece of felt to each edge of the feathers and attach a strip of One-Wrap Velcro that is long enough to wrap around your dog’s belly.

5. Cut out a gobble from red felt and attach some One-Wrap Velcro.

Draw 12 long feathers on your yellow felt. Stack the yellow felt on top of the orange felt and cut out your feathers. Cut 12 white curved rectangular pieces to accent the feathers.

Glue the white pieces to the feathers and then glue the feathers to one another into a fan shape.

Attach a long strip of cardboard to the back of the feathers to help them stand up straight once the dog turkey costume is assembled.

Hot glue a piece of felt to each edge of the feathers and attach a strip of One-Wrap Velcro that is long enough to wrap around your dog’s belly.

Draw a gobble onto a piece of red felt, cut it out and glue it to a small piece of One-Wrap Velcro.

Hey Turkey — here’s your turkey costume!

Attach the gobble to your dog by wrapping the One-Wrap Velcro around the collar.

Cutest turkey I ever did see!

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Kate Winslet is THE Hollywood actress to me. Not only has she starred in box office smashes like Titanic and Avatar: Way of Water, but she's proven her acting chops in breakout indie flicks and provided mothers and daughters everywhere with eternal Christmas movie nights thanks to The Holiday. But the actress' consistently viral kindness, her dedication to embracing her natural beauty, and her sophistication don't mean she always feels confident. Kate Winslet just spilled on the one movie from her career that had her "sh—ing" herself, and I just had to dive in.

Here's what Kate Winslet had to say about her scariest movie experience ever.

  • Kate Winslet made a name for herself with Titanic, Sense & Sensibility, and The Holiday.
  • However those movies aren't the film she wants fans to ask about!
  • The actress spills on the movies she's proud of, and the one job that had her "sh—ing myself."

Talking to Vanity Fair for her newest film Lee, Kate Winslet revealed one project she wishes fans asked about more is Iris. The 2001 film stars Kate as a young Iris Murdoch against Judi Dench's older counterpart. And for Kate, nothing was more terrifying than working with such a wonderful actress.

"People don’t really ask me about Iris. It’s such a delicate film," she says. "It was the first thing I had done after having my daughter. Going to work with a baby, I’m playing Iris Murdoch, looking to Judi Dench’s older Iris Murdoch — I was sh—ting myself."

Considering how nervous I get when I meet my heroes, I can only imagine what it was like to meet Dame Judi Dench. Talk about a dream! Another film Kate loves is Revolutionary Road, and not just because she got to reunite with Leonardo DiCaprio.

"The thing that people say is, 'You got to work with Leo again.' Then they go off on the whole Leo tangent, which I totally understand," she says of the film, which follows an ambitious couple who find themselves trapped in the reality of 1950s suburbia. "But Revolutionary Road — f—king hell, it just knocked us all sideways. Unbelievably difficult material. I was very proud of that film and what Leo and I were able to create as Frank and April. It was so brutal."

The process for getting Lee into the world sounds equally brutal, considering Kate started working on it over a decade ago. As producer, Kate tells Vanity Fair she doesn't mind the fact she's done more for the film than if she only had an acting credit. "That has felt very necessary for this film. But it’s also just really important to me," she says. "It’s important to me that people know that it’s out there and might feel compelled to go and see it."

Because it turns out, commercial success or stardom on its own doesn't actually help your movie get made! "It doesn’t matter who you are," she says. "No one’s going to go, 'Oh, I’ll just back that pony because she was in Titanic.' It doesn’t happen that way, and I never expected that. That’s really important to say."

"I've gotten older and I’ve learned more and felt more confident in myself about whether or not I could actually do it," she adds. "It’s not something I would’ve done had I not felt so passionately about the subject, and Lee was just—she wouldn’t let me go."

Let us know your favorite Kate Winslet movies in the comments, and since we've officially entered cozy season, check out Why The Holiday Movie Ending Is The Most Important Scene while you're at it!

Marvel movies are known for their heroes and their hopeful outlook on the world. But in 2025, we're getting a brand new team: the Thunderbolts. This team is made up of antiheroes and former villains, and it's sure to be the wackiest and strangest, as well as one of the most memorable, superhero movies we've seen in recent years.

Keep reading for the latest news on Thunderbolts* before it hits theaters in 2025.

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Thunderbolts* comes out this May, and the cast just showed off some brand new footage at the D23 convention — and thanks to the new 'Celebrating 85 Years' spot, we have the first look too!

We get a look at Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, John Walker, and Ghost. Plus, Yelena Belova, of course. This heartbreaking detail about Yelena's new look connects Florence Pugh's Yelena to Scarlett Johansson's Natashaand I'm WEEPING.

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And at D23 Brazil, we got a brand new look at my new favorite team. "There’s something in this film, in terms of superpowers and superheroes, that shows that our superpowers lie in how ‘broken’ we are," David Harbour said at the event. "As if our superpowers came from our relationships.”

What is the plot of Thunderbolts?

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Thunderbolts* Plot

Consider Thunderbolts* to be The Avengers' edgy younger sibling. The movie follows Yelena Belova (who we know off the bat is a "depressed assassin" thanks to a Marvel Studios press release). She's joined by Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, and John Walker. Based on a leak, it looks like we'll see this group of misfits team up against Valentina Allegra de Fontaine after she sends them on a deadly mission.

Thunderbolts* Release Date

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Thunderbolts* Release Date

Thunderbolts* hits theaters May 2, 2025.

Who's on the Thunderbolts team?

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Thunderbolts* Cast

Thunderbolts* stars Florence Pugh, Geraldine Viswanathan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour.

This is a huge cast, and Viswanathan just revealed how crazy the first day of filming was. “My first day didn’t feel real," she tells Vanity Fair. "I felt this extra pressure of, ‘Know your lines, babe. You can’t really play around like you usually do.’"

Historically, sci-fi fans haven't been kind to actresses in their favorite projects (remember when Star Wars fans bullied Kelly Marie Tran off social media?). But Viswanathan is already thinking ahead. “If it’s overwhelming, I’ll log off. But I like discourse around pop culture,” she says. “[Thunderbolts*] felt a little bit edgier and fresher, more existential and dark.”

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The rest of the cast also enjoyed working together. “Everyone is going to f—kin’ love me! It’s really, really, really fun to be with a group of actors that you have a good time with," Wyatt Russell says at Comic Con (via Variety), while David Harbour adds, “Florence Pugh [is] just electric to work with. There’s warmth and humor, but there’s also a lot of pathos.”

“This is why we can't stop laughing together, because we genuinely just had such a wonderful time with each other and we've loved working with one another," Pugh tells People. “I feel like this is something that we've never seen before from Marvel...it's a very open and honest and truthful idea. And I'm just really excited for people to watch it.”

Are you excited for this brand new chapter in the MCU? I really feel like Thunderbolts* will usher in a whole new generation of fans and I, for one, CANNOT WAIT! Let us know your thoughts on Facebook.

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