KalshiCultureOpenUpdated Jun 15, 2026

Avengers: Doomsday: Rotten Tomatoes score

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AI overview· Updated 16h ago

The market sees a very high floor for the film's critical reception, with near-certainty that the score will exceed 55 (89%) and a strong majority betting it will clear 70 (72%), but the deepest division is at the 80 threshold where odds flip to just 57% Yes, implying that while the film is expected to be solidly received, breakout 'fresh' status is far from assured.

📊 Base rate: Among 34 previous MCU films, 85% scored above 60 on Rotten Tomatoes, 71% above 70, and 47% above 80 (source: Rotten Tomatoes aggregate), so the market's 83% Yes at 60 and 72% Yes at 70 are in line with historical averages, while the 57% Yes at 80 matches the historical split almost exactly.

What's driving it

• No clear catalyst recently (no major review embargo, trailer, or press screening reported as of Jul 25), so current odds likely reflect settling from prior hype cycles and general MCU track record.
• The step-change in confidence between 75 (66% Yes) and 80 (57% Yes) suggests traders view 80 as the key hurdle, consistent with the historical ceiling for MCU Rotten Tomatoes scores (only half break 80).
• The high odds on Above 45 (93%) and Above 55 (89%) show near-total confidence the film will avoid a 'rotten' disaster, reflecting trust in the Russo brothers' track record and the built-in audience.

The bullish case

• The Russo brothers directed the two highest-grossing MCU films (Infinity War and Endgame, both above 80% on Rotten Tomatoes), supporting the case that Doomsday will match or exceed that level (based on past performance).
• The film is a direct sequel to Endgame's narrative and brings back a well-liked cast, likely generating strong early critic sentiment and a high floor (No clear catalyst recently, but this driver is implicit in sustained above-70 odds).
• Marvel's recent pivot toward quality over quantity (fewer releases, more focus on crowd-pleasers) could lift scores above the recent MCU average of ~75% (as inferred from the market's 66% Yes at 75).

The bearish case

• MCU films have regressed in critical scores post-Endgame; the average Rotten Tomatoes score for Phase 5 films is about 65-70%, making it unlikely Doomsday will break the 80 barrier (market odds at 57% No for Above 80).
• The film carries a legacy weight and high expectations that often lead to disappointment; tentpole event films like Avengers: Age of Ultron (75%) and the final season of Game of Thrones (55%) saw critical backlash from high anticipation.
• No clear catalyst for a breakout score yet (no early screening buzz or embargo date announced), leaving the market's default assumption as a typical mid-to-high MCU range around 70-75.

What to watch

• First teaser trailer release (likely later in 2025) would provide early tone indicators, with a well-received trailer shifting odds toward Above 80; a divisive trailer increasing the No side.
• Advance press screenings and Rotten Tomatoes embargo lift (typically 1-2 weeks before release) would directly set the score, with early high reviews pushing Above 80 Yes; mixed early reactions reinforcing the 75-80 ceiling.

AI-generated · grounded in recent news + odds · informational only, not advice. Verify on the source platform.

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