Since Steve Rogers passed on his shield to his friend Sam Wilson (aka Falcon) in “Avengers: Endgame,” fans have eagerly anticipated what’s next for the iconic character.
The Disney+ series explored Sam’s journey towards embracing the mantle of Captain America, culminating in his acceptance of the role.
Now, the upcoming film, “Captain America: Brave New World,” promises to continue this story of superheroes and alter egos when it hits theaters on February 14, 2025.
As Sam steps into the shoes of Captain America, audiences are poised to witness the challenges and triumphs he’ll face in his new role, adding another chapter to the rich tapestry of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
When Is Captain America: Brave New World’s Release Date?
Captain America: Brave New World” is gearing up for its grand debut in IMAX on February 14, 2025. Originally slated for May 3, 2024, and then July 26, 2024, this highly anticipated film will now be a key feature of Phase Five of the MCU. Get ready for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day with your favorite superhero!
Is There A Trailer For Captain America: Brave New World?
There’s no official trailer from Marvel Studio yet. However, you can watch the teaser of the movie below:
Who’s Coming Back?
Captain America: Brave New World,” part of MCU’s Phase Five, features Anthony Mackie returning as Sam Wilson, now the new Captain America, following his role in “Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
The film will explore whether he can carry the story on his own. Isaiah Bradley, the first African American Captain America, and Joaquin Torres, potentially the new Falcon, are also returning.
Notably, Tim Blake Nelson reprises his role as Samuel Sterns, hinting at his transformation into the Hulk villain, The Leader, and Liv Tyler returns as Betty Ross.
Although Sebastian Stan‘s Bucky Barnes won’t appear, and there’s uncertainty about Nick Fury’s presence, the film is eagerly anticipated despite Mackie’s preference for a second season of “Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
New Additions:
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The most significant addition to “Captain America: Brave New World” is Harrison Ford taking over the role of Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, following William Hurt‘s passing in 2022. This recasting decision contrasts with Marvel’s choice not to recast Black Panther after Chadwick Boseman’s death.
Ford’s Ross is now the President of the United States, potentially even becoming the Red Hulk, which could position him as the film’s villain. A
dditionally, Shira Haas will debut as Sabra, a mutant capable of transferring her life essence, while WWE Superstar Seth Rollins has filmed scenes, possibly as King Cobra from the Serpent Society, though reshoots suggest his role might be cut.
What Is The Plot Of ‘Captain America: Brave New World’?
So far, plot details for “Captain America: Brave New World” have been kept under wraps in true Marvel fashion. However, at the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con, director Julias Onah described the film as a “paranoid thriller.”
It appears that “Brave New World” will follow in the footsteps of “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” one of the most critically acclaimed movies in the MCU, which drew inspiration from 1970s political espionage thrillers like “Three Days of the Condor” (starring Robert Redford, who played the villain Alexander Pierce in “Winter Soldier”).
Themes of broken political systems and government distrust have been central to the Captain America films, but it remains to be seen what kind of fascist conspiracy Sam Wilson will face.
Harrison Ford is stepping into the role of General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross following the passing of William Hurt, who portrayed Ross in four films. Wilson and Ross have a history, as Ross imprisoned Wilson at the end of “Civil War” for violating the Sokovia Accords.
Executive producer Nate Moore hinted at a clash between Sam Wilson and Thunderbolt Ross in the film, stating, “Well, look, Sam Wilson’s Captain America, he is going to bring his own team to play… There will be some natural sparks there, which I think will be really fun.”
Where and when did “Captain America: Brave New World” premiere?
First behind the scenes look at ‘CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD’
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Reports on the film first surfaced in early 2021, with principal photography commencing on March 21, 2023, at Trilith Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, under the working title “Rochelle Rochelle.
Anthony Mackie was spotted in a new costume on May 16, 2023. Director Julias Onah announced the completion of filming via Instagram in late June 2023.
In December 2023, reports indicated extensive reshoots and rewrites, with Matthew Orton from “Moon Knight” brought on board for additional material.
A behind-the-scenes glimpse of Onah directing Mackie and Roquemore was revealed by Empire in May 2024.
