Key Takeaways:
* Marvel's upcoming film, Captain America: Brave New World, follows Sam Wilson as the new Captain America
* Sam Wilson's Captain America image has been unveiled by Empire
* The Marvel Comics adaptation was initially called Captain America: New World Order but was later renamed
* The film includes many familiar characters and introduces new additions, including Harrison Ford as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross
* Filming started in March 2023, projected release is in February 2025
* Tying with the release, McDonald's released Happy Meal tie-in toys nine months before the movie's premiere
Entering a different Cap-tain America era
Stepping into Steve Rogers' large shoes, Sam Wilson, also known as Falcon, is set to carry on Captain America's legacy in the upcoming Marvel comic adaptation, Captain America: Brave New World. With Steve passing the shield on at the end of Avengers: Endgame, fans have been eagerly awaiting to see how Sam will handle the mantle.
All Eyes on The New Captain
On May 3rd, we got our first glimpse of Sam Wilson dressing the part, with Empire releasing the first official image of him as Captain America. As revealed by director Julius Onah, the film will plunge deep into Sam's journey as Captain America, putting him through political and personal hurdles while highlighting his vulnerability without the Super Soldier Serum.
Who's back, who's new?
Fans would be delighted to see familiar faces including Anthony Mackie reprising his role as Sam Wilson, Carl Lumbly as Isaiah Bradley, the first African American Captain America, and Joaquin Torres as the new Falcon. Plus, we see surprising returns from The Incredible Hulk with Tim Blake Nelson as scientist Samuel Sterns and Liv Tyler as Betty Ross.
New arrivals in the star-studded crew include the ever-dynamic Harrison Ford as the new President of the United States, Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, and Shira Haas as the comic book character, Sabra. Speculations are also buzzing about WWE Superstar Seth Rollins being part of the film.
The Plot Thicken
According to CinemaCon attendees who got a sneak peek at the film's initial footage, the plot comprises a state-celebrated meet-up between the new Captain America, Sam Wilson, and President Ross, which is interrupted by a violent intrusion. A surprise revelation that adds to the intrigue was made prematurely through a McDonald's Happy Meal tie-in toy release, hinting at Red Hulk's possible appearance in the film.
Timeline and Expectations
Despite the impending writer and actor strikes during its filming in March 2023, the production continued efficiently, aiming for a release date on February 14, 2025. Although pushed from its prior July 26, 2024, date, the anticipation for Captain America: Brave New World is soaring high. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a rich history with the Captain America storyline; fans are eagerly waiting to see how the narrative evolves with Sam Wilson at its helm.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to captivate fans, and Captain America: Brave New World is set to carry on the tradition. It will be thrilling to see Sam Wilson navigate the complexities of being Captain America in this new world order.
