Inside Lewis Pullman's Triple Role and Hannah John-Kamen's Mental Transformation for 'Thunderbolts*'

A New Kind of Strength for Ghost

Hannah John-Kamen returns as Ava Starr, better known as Ghost, in Thunderbolts*, but this isn't the same fragile figure we met in Ant-Man and the Wasp. In a candid interview documented in Screenshot (550).png, the actress reveals that the physical preparation for this role was drastically different from her first MCU outing.

“The training for my body before, for Ant-Man and the Wasp, was very cardio, hyperactive training, getting the tension up in my breath,” John-Kamen explains. “With my focus of everything in control, and being in that suit as well, my hot yoga really serviced me for that kind of mental strength and feeling comfortable in my skin with that control.”

John-Kamen, who has built a career across blockbusters like Ready Player One, Tomb Raider, and Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City, also voiced characters in Dark Souls and Dark Souls II, showcasing her versatility. In Thunderbolts*, her character's newfound discipline mirrors her own dedication to the craft.

Lewis Pullman's Battle of Three Personalities

“Three People Fighting Underwater”

Lewis Pullman makes his MCU debut as Bob Reynolds, also known as The Sentry, and the role is a psychological minefield. The star of Top Gun: Maverick, Outer Range, and Salem's Lot revealed that director Jake Schreier and he meticulously mapped out the character's shifting identities.

“The whole film was a very intricate process of planting who was rearing their head at what moment,” Pullman says. “It's almost like three people fighting underwater, and every once in a while, a different head pops up and gets to say something, but it is all the same guy.”

When asked about the most challenging moment to navigate, Pullman pointed to the character's emergence as The Sentry. “He is battling a lot of guilt and questioning how much to believe of Valentina's influence and then also these wild cards who have taken him under their wing, and who to believe, but then also coming into his own, and he has these illusions of grandeur. So, there are a lot of competing parts of himself that are rearing their heads.”

This layered performance is a testament to Pullman's ability to handle complex emotional arcs—a skill he honed in Stephen King's Salem's Lot and the sci-fi drama Outer Range.

Trust Issues in the MCU: Who Would They Pair With?

Hannah John-Kamen Eyes Ant-Man Redemption

Looking ahead to Avengers: Doomsday, where both actors are confirmed, John-Kamen has a clear vision for her character's future alliances. “I want to say Ant-Man for both, because there is a feeling of forgiveness here,” she says. “I tried to kill you, but I think we could be friends.” She calls it a “full circle” moment—a possible reconciliation that could reshape the dynamics of the MCU.

Lewis Pullman Wants More with Valentina

Pullman, however, is eyeing a different reunion. “I think that would be an interesting crossover, for Bob to have another intersection with Valentina,” he says, referencing Julia Louis-Dreyfus's character. “I wonder what the heck would happen there. I don't think it'd be pretty if he even remembers.”

With more chairs still to be revealed for Doomsday, fans are left guessing which other heroes or villains might join the fray.

The Human Element: A Good Hug Goes a Long Way

In a surprisingly sentimental moment, both actors shared what grounds them amid the superhero chaos. Pullman didn't hesitate: “Every time my mom hugs me, it's filled with all those things. It's never just an on-the-go hug, a thoughtless hug.”

John-Kamen found her anchor at the London premiere of Thunderbolts*. “My family and friends at the premiere of this movie back in London. It was such a big moment. The love and support is lovely.”

These intimate reflections remind us that behind the high-octane action and VFX, the actors are real people finding strength in personal connections.

Thunderbolts* is now playing in theaters and IMAX. Directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo, the film runs 127 minutes and stars Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, and more. It marks another chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with the team facing their darkest missions yet.

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