Key Takeaways:
– Harrison Ford joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe as President Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt' Ross, turning into Red Hulk at some point in Captain America: Brave New World.
– While promoting the film at San Diego Comic-Con, Ford performed a live Hulk roar and expressed his glee working on the motion capture for the Red Hulk.
– The upcoming film, set to release on February 14, 2025, witnesses Anthony Mackie taking up the mantle of Captain America.
– The film is directed by Julius Onah, featuring an ensemble cast including Tim Blake Nelson, Danny Ramirez, and new addition Shira Haas.
Here's A Glimpse into The New Universe
Get ready, Marvel fans! Harrison Ford is stepping into the vibrant Marvel Cinematic Universe. He's not just joining MCU, but also getting into the skin of President Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt' Ross in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World. This superhero flick is scheduled to hit the theaters on Valentine's Day 2025, promising an action-packed date for fans.
Ford's Comic-Con Promotions
Recently, Ford appeared at San Diego Comic-Con for promoting the film. It was a fun-filled session where he gave fans a teaser of what's under the wraps. During his stage appearance, Ford was seen doing a Hulk roar as a shout out to his character transforming into the Red Hulk in the movie. He voiced his excitement over his participation in the motion capture performance for the Red Hulk, comparing the process to “being an idiot for money.”
A Whole New Experience
While talking to Variety, Ford was asked how he managed to pull off the mo-cap performance for the Red Hulk, to which he replied, “What did it take? It took not caring. It took being an idiot for money… But it's fun, and I enjoyed it.” He may have been playful with his words, but his dedication to bringing the Red Hulk to life cannot be contested.
Screen Rant quizzed the actor on how it felt to be a part of the cinematic universe of Marvel. Ford seemed to relish this novel experience, calling it a “whole different cut of cloth.” He expressed his pleasure working with a fantastic crew, including the director, Julius Onah, and co-star Anthony Mackie.
Inside Look into Captain America: Brave New World
Captain America: Brave New World sees Anthony Mackie don the star-spangled shield of Captain America officially. He joins hands with Harrison Ford, the new entrant into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as President Thaddeus Ross. The latter is a role previously brought alive by the late William Hurt.
Ford's character has a complex past with Sam (Mackie), having arrested him and other Avengers in the past as the Secretary of State in Captain America: Civil War. As the president, Ross wants to make Captain America an official military position, working closely with Sam. An international incident involving super-soldier Isaiah Bradley act as hurdles on this path, sending Sam on a deadly chase that eventually reveals the menacing Red Hulk.
The film also features Tim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns, AKA The Leader, for the first time since 2008's The Incredible Hulk, and Danny Ramirez returning as Joaquin Torres, the new Falcon. Newcomer Shira Haas gets on board as Ruth Bat-Seraph, a past Black Widow, now a trusted official in President Ross' government. The star-studded cast also includes Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, and Xosha Roquemore. Directed by Julius Onah, with Kevin Feige and Nate Moore providing the production base, the film sure holds a lot of promises.
As Marvel fans, are you excited to watch Harrison Ford as President Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt' Ross and the Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World? We look forward to hearing your thoughts, so leave a comment below!
