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Practical Effects Return for Avengers: Doomsday
6 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Post-credits scene for Thunderbolts* featured Fantastic Four's ship.
- Joe and Anthony Russo directed the scene for Avengers: Doomsday.
- Production designer used practical effects for the scene.
A surprising post-credits scene in Marvel's Thunderbolts* featured the arrival of the Fantastic Four's interdimensional vessel, sparking excitement for future MCU installments. This scene, intended for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, was directed by Joe and Anthony Russo.
Production designer Gavin Bocquet revealed that classic practical effects were utilized for this scene, including a working monitor and a New York backdrop. This old-school approach was a refreshing change for actors accustomed to extensive green screen work.
The Russos reportedly favored incorporating practical elements whenever feasible, suggesting a more grounded aesthetic for Doomsday. While not always practical for large-scale VFX, this move echoes successful uses of in-camera effects seen in films like Eternals.
