Polygon.com / 03.05.25

10 fun misfit superhero team-up movies to watch after Thunderbolts*

The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe offering, Thunderbolts*, takes a different path than the rest of the franchise, assembling a misfit team of villains and former villains from the MCUs roster to fight against overwhelming odds to save the world. That may seem reminiscent of Suicide Squad (because it is), but superhero movies boast a long history of quirky antiheroes, rogues, and neer-do-wells joining forces for an unexpected team-up. Its an appealing concept because it leans into the chaos and charm of unlikely heroes, thriving on their underdog appeal, the clashing of personalities, back-and-forth banter, and the inevitable heart and humor that goes with them. The dysfunction is often relatable, as many families and friend groups in the real world usually have similar albeit less extreme characteristics and dynamics. So, if you loved Thunderbolts*, there are countless other movies for you in which oddballs and outcasts come together for the greater good and not just blockbusters li...
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