Marvel fans have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the Thunderbolts* in the MCU, and a recent update from actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus has sent excitement levels soaring. Playing the conniving CIA director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine in the upcoming movie, the actress recently sat for an interview with Variety.
Speaking about her career graph and the projects she is involved with in recent times, Julia Louis-Dreyfus spoke about her experience filming Thunderbolts*. During the conversation, the actress offered the update about filming completion, which caused an uproar on social media, as the confirmation brought fans one step closer to the movie.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Shared a Major Update About Thunderbolts*
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, famously known for her career-defining roles in television comedies like Seinfeld and Veep, recently dropped a bombshell revelation about her highly anticipated upcoming project, Thunderbolts*. In a recent interview with Variety, the Emmy-winning actress revealed exciting updates about her character and the progress of the Thunderbolts* film.
Beginning the conversation by addressing her iconic roles that catapulted her fame, Julia Louis-Dreyfus spoke about her recent involvement in the MCU movie Thunderbolts* and shared a significant update that caused an uproar on social media. Asked about her stunts in the movie and completion of the project, Louis-Dreyfus informed that the film is closer to hitting theaters than ever.
Before I let you go, I have to ask if you’ve wrapped filming on Marvel’s Thunderbolts*?interviewer asked. ‘Yes,’ Louis-Dreyfus replied.
Did you do any stunts? The interviewer asked. ‘I don’t know if you’re familiar with the Marvel Universe, but when you join it, you sign your life away in an NDA. So, if I say anything to you right now, I will be executed by the universe.’ Louis-Dreyfus stated.
Without revealing much about the film, as Julia Louis-Dreyfus expressed her enthusiasm for reprising her role in the Marvel universe, the actress signaled a significant step forward in the project’s development.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Reprised Her CIA Role in Thunderbolts*
With the film closer to completion than ever before, Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ reappearance as the CIA Director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, intrigues fans regarding the highly anticipated project. With the actress MCU debut in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, followed by Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow, fans can now expect a nuanced portrayal from Louis-Dreyfus in Thunderbolts*.
Known for her intelligence, resourcefulness, and enigmatic nature, Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Valentina has been both an ally and adversary to various Marvel heroes throughout her storied history. Her inclusion in the upcoming MCU project thus opens up a world of possibilities, hinting at intriguing plots and secrets to be unveiled.
Further, praising the actress’ onscreen brilliance by recalling her previous performances in Marvel, fans appear optimistic about Louis-Dreyfus. While the film synopsis for Thunderbolts* vaguely speaks about a group of supervillains who are recruited to go on missions for the government, major details surrounding the film remain shrouded in mystery.
That's awesome! Can't wait to see her in the MCU. She’s always amazing in everything she does. 🎬
— Vicky Cruz (@victoricruzz) June 8, 2024
Can't wait to see her in the movie!
— Brandon's Movie Blog (@Brandontw23) June 8, 2024
Meanwhile, with little known about Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, it has been revealed that the character will remain true to her comic book roots while also offering fresh interpretations and surprises.
Thunderbolts* is set to hit the theaters on 2 May 2025.
