Hold on to Summer With These DIY Pineapple Pinecone Ornaments

We’ve already shown you how to trick out your cake pops to give as holiday gifts, choose the gingerbread house that’s right for you and DIY the punniest Holiday ornaments, but what about a project for those of you who are feeling the winter blues and wishing that summer wasn’t over?! Don’t worry — we haven’t forgotten about you. These pineapple tree ornaments made out of pine cones (so fun!) are perfect to bring a little bit of that tropical weather to your holiday decor. Now all you need is a beach chair and an ice cold drink!

Materials:

– pinecones

– yellow paint

– string

– green paper

Tools:

– Cricut Explore (or other vinyl-cutting machine) OR scissors

– paintbrush

– hot glue gun

Instructions:

1. Start out by painting the pine cone yellow using a small paintbrush.

2. Once it has dried, use a paper-cutting machine (such as a Cricut Explore) or scissors to cut pineapple leaves out of your green paper.

3. Hot glue the leaves to the top of the pine cone and curl the ends.

4. Wrap a piece of string around the pine cone and knot and tie a loop to hang.

You’ll need to put a few coats of paint on the pine cone to cover all of the brown areas.

When cutting out the leaves, make them all different sizes and lengths. Start with the larger leaves on the outside and gradually add smaller leaves until you get to the middle.

You could also use fishing line to form a loop around the pine cone so the string isn’t visible when you hang them on the tree!

Your tree is about to get a whole lot more tropical this holiday season.

Are you making your own DIY ornaments this year? What tree-worthy ones are you DIYing? Let us know in the comments below!

There’s two different kinds of people in this world. The ones who deck their Christmas tree out in coquette-core bows and enough tinsel to make the best Pinterest board jealous and then there’s the chaos monsters. You know...the ones who pick out their ornaments solely for the bit and still use their kindergarten craft Christmas topper. If you’re still scrambling for the perfect white elephant gift, or you just can’t help yourself when it comes to adding to your unhinged collection of bobbles, then no fear — the ultimate guide to funny Christmas ornaments is here.

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Fry From Futurama Christmas Ornament

How many times have you seen a TikTok viral video about a new beauty product that made you shout, "Shut up and take my money?" We won't tell anyone, but we will suggest you gift yourself this funny Futurama ornament.

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Sriracha Holiday Ornament

If all you like to do is put Sriracha on your cheese eggs, you'll love this funny Christmas ornament.

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JOYIN Taco & Burrito Christmas Ornaments

"Put some hot sauce on my burrito, baby" is a line you'll love saying every time you look at these Christmas ornaments.

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Extra Guac Christmans Ornament

This cute guac sign deserves a spot next to your taco and burrito ornaments because who doesn't love extra toppings?

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Bob Ross Molded Christmas Ornament

Ladies, Bob Ross has entered the chat and demands a space on your Christmas tree.

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Diet Coke Christmas Ornament

Pop, fizz, clink! Quench your tree's thirst with this bubbly Diet Coke ornament.

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Green Glass Traditional Pickle Ornaments Set of 2

Deck the halls with dill-ight! This pickle ornament adds a quirky crunch to your Christmas tree ensemble.

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Kait Cup Christmas Ornament

This Stanley cup inspired ornament should be mandatory for everyone on #watertok.

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Glass Charcuterie Board Ornament

Elevate your tree's taste with a miniature charcuterie board ornament. It's the perfect centerpiece for a festive feast!

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Spicy Taco Combo Ornament

Spice up your tree with a taste of Tex-Mex joy! This Taco Bell meal ornament is a fiesta waiting to happen.

Joann

2" Christmas Acai Bowl Glass Ornament by Place & Time

This acai bowl ornament is a healthy and vibrant addition to your tree. It's the ultimate superfood for holiday cheer.

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Glass United States Of America Passport Ornament

Jet-setting through the holidays? This passport ornament is your ticket to a tree that's well-traveled and full of adventure.

Joann

Christmas Crocs Ornament

Are you a part of the Crocs crew and have no shame admitting it? Proudly show your love for the most comfortable footwear on your tree.

Altar'd State

Take Out Box Christmas Ornament

Bring the joy of takeout straight to your tree with this adorable takeout box ornament. No need to cook when your tree is this tasty!

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Cody Foster & Co - Anchovies Can Ornament

2023 was a big year for tin fish. Show off your love for anchovies with this super chic girlypop ornament.

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Champagne & Caviar Party Ornament Collection

Elevate your tree's taste with a touch of luxury! This caviar ornament is the epitome of opulence for your holiday decor.

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Cup Of 'Swifter' Tea Ornament

Shake it off and deck the halls with Swiftie pride! This Taylor Swift ornament is perfect for fans who want to relive every era.

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Croissant Glass Ornament

Become our little croissant with this cute glass ornament!

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Pink Tennis Bag Glass Ornament

Get physical with this pink tennis bag ornament!

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Skittles Christmas Ornament

Taste the rainbow with this nostalgic ornament!

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Pop Star Fan Glass Ornament

Did you really think we'd only put one Swiftie ornament on this list? You should know us better than that!

Urban General Store

Sorry I'm Booked Book Ornament

For the bookworm in your life, this "Sorry I'm Booked" ornament is the perfect way to declare your tree a nook of literary escape.

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Homer Simpson Christmas Ornament

Who can forget the many hilarious memes that include Homer Simpson disappearing into shrubbery? If you can't get enough of them, this Christmas ornament was made with you in mind.

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Red Wine Christmas Ornament

Of course you love drinking red wine so why not place this cute & funny ornament on your glamorized Christmas tree?

Wayfair

Coffee To Go Ornament

We're ignoring the fact you keep walking by your espresso machine to head to Starbucks because we get it. Nothing compares to getting your coffee to go so you can feel like the accomplished queen you are.

Walmart

2024 Dumpster Fire Ornament

But is everything fine or are we lying to ourselves?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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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There's nothing quite like basking in the glow of a Christmas tree with hot chocolate in hand, watching a holiday movie. We love getting lost in a story that's full of hope, magic, and holiday cheer, filled with themes like friendship, sisterhood, and the passing of the time — it's a reminder of everything that's important in life! But which one to watch first? We rounded up 16 of our favorite films from across the decades, so that while you munch on your favorite holiday recipe, you can prioritize the flick that best represents your Myers-Briggstype. Check out all of this year's Brand New Christmas Movies To Add To Your Calendar for more movies to add to your watchlist!

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Jim Carreys A Christmas Carol Official Trailer

ISTJ - A Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Scrooge lives consumed by greed until the ghost of his late business partner, weighed down by chains, warns him that if Scrooge doesn't change his ways, he'll have a worse fate. Led by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future, Scrooge spends Christmas Eve learning what love and goodness look like. ISTJs' ability to focus on the present and their detail-oriented nature means they'll benefit from the message of living life to the fullest.

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IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE | Official Trailer | Paramount Movies

ISTP - It's A Wonderful Life

A guardian angel named Clarence is sent to help George Bailey, a businessman who's so frustrated with life that he's contemplating suicide. Clarence shows him what life — for his friends, his wife, and even the troops in World War II — would have been like if he had never been born. Since ISTP's learn by experience, they'll appreciate the journey that George goes on.

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The Polar Express (2004) Official Trailer - Tom Hanks, Robert Zemeckis Movie HD

ISFJ - The Polar Express

A young boy who isn't so sure that Santa exists hops on a magical train to the North Pole. Faced with bullies, ghosts, and danger, he learns what friendship and bravery look like, and comes face to face with the magic of Christmas. ISFJs' sensitive nature and eye for detail means they'll enjoy finding the little surprises throughout the movie (like the fact that multiple characters are all played with Tom Hanks!).

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Elf (2003) Official Trailer #1 - Will Ferrell, Zooey Deschanel Christmas Movie HD

ISFP - Elf

Buddy has spent his entire life as an oversized elf in the North Pole. When he learns he's actually a human, he travels to New York City to meet the father he didn't know he had and to get him off the naughty list. ISFPs' hands-on learning style, childlike spirit, and loyalty are the perfect match for Buddy's fun-loving nature and dedication to his beliefs.

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Official Trailer: Little Women (1994)

INFJ - Little Women

The March sisters — Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy — are struggling to stay in the Christmas spirit with their father fighting in the Civil War. They grow in their relationships, learning about love, loss, and how life continues after death, as they come of age in 1800's Massachusetts. INFJs, with their sensitivity, creativity, and emphasis on deep relationships, will love this story about close-knit sisters.

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Home Alone (1990) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

INTP - Home Alone

When Kevin is accidentally left at home when his family goes on Christmas vacation, he realizes that he has to protect his house from a pair of burglars intent on breaking in. The fact that INTPs work well alone and are good at analyzing systems means they'll love Kevin's crazy, colorful adventure.

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The Santa Clause (1994) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

INTJ - The Santa Clause

After Scott Calvin accidentally makes Santa Clause fall off his roof, he puts on Santa's suit and finds himself taking his place, leaving his friends and family to wonder where he is. The only problem? The police are also looking for him. INTJs are curious and love abstract concepts, and Scott learning about how to be Santa definitely falls in that category!

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The Holiday (2006) Official Trailer 1 - Kate Winslet Movie

INFP - The Holiday

Iris, who lives in London, and Amanda, an LA native, are fed up with their love lives and decide to swap houses for the holiday season. They quickly make themselves at home, finding friends and falling in love along the way. INFPs' affection toward loved ones and their independent nature means they'll love the journeys of these women and all relationships they form.

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ESTP - Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

A kind mailman reveals the origin of Santa Claus, his journey to the North Pole, how he had to outsmart an evil mayor to bring gifts to the children of Sombertown. ESTPs are resourceful and energetic, which means they'll love the musical numbers and the way Santa overcomes all odds to bring Christmas to the people who need it.

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A California Christmas Trailer Official 2020

ESTJ - A California Christmas

Joseph meets Callie when his mother, a real estate tycoon, sends him to buy a dairy farm in Petaluma. Callie mistakes him for her new ranch hand, but he decides to carry on with the charade to gain Callie's trust, unintentionally falling in love with her. Callie is dependable, practical, and hard-working, making this (not to mention the business themes throughout) the perfect movie for ESTJs who share similar qualities.

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ESFP - Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

None of the reindeer in the North Pole will play with Rudolph because of his glowing red nose. With an elf named Hermey, who'd rather be a dentist than build toys, and Yukon Cornelius, a prospector searching for silver and gold, Rudolph searches for what belonging and acceptance really mean. There are so many fun scenes that ESFPs and their optimistic, social, spontaneous selves will love this musical.

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Miracle on 34th Street (1994) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

ESFJ - Miracle on 34th Street

When the Santa for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade turns up drunk to the event, an old man named Kris Kringle takes his place. He's so popular at the parade that he begins filling in regularly at the department store's 34th street location, and when he claims that he's the real Santa Clause, he must team up with a skeptical little girl named Susan to prove his claim in court. Since ESFJs are kind and love helping others, they'll love this story about the magic of Christmas.

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ENFP - Klaus

Smeerensburg is divided between the fueding families, the Ellingboes and the Krums, and when the new postman Jesper meets toymaker Klaus, they begin giving gifts to the children. Their acts of kindness inspire the town to reuinte and start some new traditions. ENFPs are creative, fun, and warm, so they'll love the art in this Oscar-nominated film.

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A Charlie Brown Christmas Trailer

ENFJ - Charlie Brown Christmas

Charlie Brown is not a fan of how Christmas has become commercialized and, hoping that there's more to the holiday, sets out with his trusty pup Snoopy and best friend Linus to discover the true meaning of Christmas. The deep friendships and heartwarming lessons of love and dependability make this a must-see for empathetic and encouraging ENFJs.

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Love Actually (2003) Official Trailer - Colin Firth, Emma Thompson Movie HD

ENTP - Love Actually

Eight different couples, including two newlyweds, a guy and girl who speak different languages, and two kids in their school's Christmas pageant, are dealing with relationship problems throughout the busy holiday season as they prepare for Christmas. ENTPs' innovative and creative nature will love the balance between these stories and the way they weave together.

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Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966) - Trailer (HD)

ENTJ - The Grinch

The Grinch lives in a cave that overlooks the town of Whoville, meaning he can see and hear all their preparations for Christmas. He hates the holiday so he decides to steal it from the Whos, disguising himself as Santa to avoid suspicion, until he realizes that Christmas is much more than presents. ENTJ's, who are assertive and have strong leadership skills, will love the way he takes charge.

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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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