Daniel Brühl Talks About Zemo’s Absence From Thunderbolts

Fans Were Worried As Zemo Has Huge Ties To The Thunderbolts, But He Isn’t Mentioned In The Cast Listing

By Amitabh Mukherji
October 29,2022
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Some fans wondered what this would imply for the future of Baron Zemo after Danel Brühl’s name was missing from the cast list for the upcoming MCU’s Thunderbolts movie.

Many people had expected Brühl’s Zemo would also be featured in the movie, which would involve a team of Marvel antiheroes such as Bucky Barnes/Winter Solider, Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine , and Yelena Belova .

Zemo last appeared in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, shown being transported back to the Raft as a prisoner, but given that Val, played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, made an appearance in that show, it was anticipated that he would play a significant role in Thunderbolts. Unfortunately, Brühl’s name was absent when Marvel made its official movie announcement, leading some to speculate as to whether Zemo would genuinely return for the team-up.

Daniel Brühl’s Comment On The Situation

Daniel Brühl
Daniel Brühl

By making some intriguing comments in an interview, Brühl himself has subtly hinted that he may return.

When asked if he could give a reason for not being on the cast list, he responded, “Even if I could… I couldn’t.” The only thing I can say is that I’m not dead, which everyone already knows.

Is Marvel Hiding Zemo?

Baron Zemo
Baron Zemo

He appears to be the ideal addition to the Thunderbolts given his abilities and character, particularly in light of his relationships with John Walker and Bucky Barnes, who have already been named to the team. His strategic thinking would undoubtedly be useful even if he wasn’t physically fighting alongside the team.

Fortunately, there is still room for Marvel to include Zemo, and fans believe that Marvel and Kevin Feige are keeping Zemo hidden for a surprise appearance in theaters. He’s the appropriate fit for the film, which is already slated to be an important instalment in the Multiverse Saga.