In a candid interview with Variety, the Avengers veteran shared his thoughts on these critiques, taking a firm but reflective stance. He acknowledged that while everyone is entitled to their opinion, the iconic comic book studio franchise plays a significant role in the overall health of the film industry. He told the publication:

Endgame, the 2019 box-office behemoth that made $2.799 billion at the global box office, Marvel has drawn criticism for poor commercial performances of some of its releases. Sebastian Stan, who portrays Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will reprise the role in the upcoming feature Thunderbolts*,

Bucky Barnes actor Sebastian Stan has come to the defense of Marvel Studios and Kevin Feige ahead of the Thunderbolts movie in 2025.