Thunderbolts Digital Release is Here but What About Disney Plus

The final installment in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thunderbolts (yes, even if you say it with a smile), becomes available on digital platforms for purchase and rental starting tomorrow—perfect timing for anyone planning a Marvel marathon over the long weekend.

Directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo, Thunderbolts brings together a gritty lineup of antiheroes for one high-stakes mission. Florence Pugh returns as Yelena Belova, the fierce adopted sister of Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow), who was first introduced in 2021’s Black Widow. Now, she leads a team of misfit warriors—Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), and Red Guardian (David Harbour)—all tasked with proving they’re more than their dark pasts.

Moreover, the film features strong performances from Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Critics received Thunderbolts positively, and it managed to earn a respectable $381.5 million worldwide. While not a top-tier MCU box office hit, the film still doubled its production budget—making it a win for Marvel Studios.

Now, Disney is setting its sights on digital revenue. With sales and rentals going live, fans have the option to own the film early. However, before you shell out around $30, keep in mind: Thunderbolts is expected to hit Disney+ before summer ends.

So if you’re willing to wait, a streaming debut could be just around the corner. Until then, the digital release offers an action-packed addition to your Marvel collection.

Where to Watch the Thunderbolts Movie on Streaming Platforms

Starting Tuesday, July 1 at 12 a.m. Eastern Time (or June 30 at 9 p.m. Pacific Time), fans can digitally purchase Thunderbolts on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, and others. Pricing will vary depending on the service, but Amazon currently lists the film at $29.99 to buy and $24.99 to rent.

For physical media collectors, Thunderbolts is also heading to shelves. The 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD editions will release on July 29. Notably, these versions will include exciting bonus features such as deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes featurettes, cast interviews, a gag reel, and audio commentary from director Jake Schreier. However, bonus content may differ depending on where and how you purchase the film.

As of now, Thunderbolts isn’t available on any subscription-based streaming services. That said, it’s only a matter of time before it arrives on Disney+. Based on Disney’s usual release patterns, fans can expect the film to start streaming there before summer ends.

When it comes to subscriptions, Disney+ offers several flexible options. You can subscribe for $9.99/month with ads or $15.99/month (or $159.99/year) for an ad-free experience. Additionally, Disney+ offers money-saving bundles that combine access to Hulu, ESPN+, and even Max. These bundles start at just $10.99/month for Disney+ and Hulu (with ads), and go up to $29.99/month for an ad-free package that includes all three platforms.

So whether you’re buying, renting, or waiting to stream, Thunderbolts has something lined up for every kind of Marvel fan.

When Will Thunderbolts Be Streaming on Disney Plus?

While Disney has yet to confirm an official streaming date for Thunderbolts, all signs suggest the film will likely arrive on Disney+ within the next month and a half. Since Thunderbolts is a Disney production, it’s expected to follow the studio’s standard release pattern. Typically, Disney’s theatrical films begin streaming about four to six months after their initial cinema debut.

For example, Captain America: Brave New World hit premium video-on-demand roughly two months after its theatrical release and then premiered on Disney+ around three and a half months later. If Thunderbolts adopts a similar strategy, fans can expect it to start streaming on Disney+ by mid-August 2025.

That said, this timeline remains speculative until Disney officially announces the release. In the meantime, if you’re eager to watch Thunderbolts sooner, you don’t have to wait. Starting tomorrow, the film will be available for digital purchase or rental on major platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and more.

So whether you’re willing to wait for Disney+ or can’t wait to dive into Marvel’s latest antihero adventure, options are just around the corner.