The premiere of Captain America: Brave New World is finally here, and it marks the moment when Anthony Mackie steps into the spotlight, taking on the iconic mantle of Captain America on the big screen for the first time. While Sam Wilson undoubtedly makes a perfect candidate for the role, he faces a lengthy journey to match the eight-year tenure of his predecessor, Chris Evans, who last portrayed the Star Spangled Man in Avengers: Endgame. Whispers have emerged about Evans potentially returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Although Evans himself has refuted these rumors, the uncertainty surrounding his return sparks excitement among fans.
In a recent interview with Variety, Mackie discussed the possibilities of Chris Evans rejoining the MCU. He noted, “There were comic books where Falcon and Steve Rogers fought side-by-side, both as Captain America. So, you know, there are possibilities. There’s endless possibilities.” The potential of seeing both characters share the screen again has many fans buzzing with anticipation.
What made the MCU thrive towards the end of Phase 3 was the emotional payoff for devoted fans who had followed the stories since their inception. Iconic moments like Captain America lifting Mjolnir after hinting he could in Age of Ultron, or Sam Wilson echoing Steve’s words “on your left” in The Winter Soldier, provided fans with powerful connections to the characters. If audiences are treated to a scene where Sam Wilson and Steve Rogers don their costumes side-by-side, each wielding a shield, it could offer a gratifying closure that may ease complaints about the current post-Endgame era of Marvel storytelling.
In addition to Mackie, Captain America: Brave New World features a star-studded cast including Harrison Ford and Giancarlo Esposito, both making their MCU debuts; Ford will portray Thunderbolt Ross/Red Hulk, while Esposito takes on the role of villain Sidewinder. The film also sees the return of Liv Tyler as Betty Ross and Tim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns/The Leader, both absent from the MCU since The Incredible Hulk. Other familiar faces, like Danny Ramirez and Carl Lumbly reprise their roles as Joaquin Torres and Isaiah Bradley from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
With Captain America: Brave New World set to hit theaters this weekend, fans are left eagerly awaiting Avengers: Doomsday, arriving on May 1. Stay tuned for further updates and find tickets below for a showing of Brave New World near you.
