Captain America: Brave New World – A New Era Begins
Over five years since Steve Rogers entrusted his shield to Sam Wilson, Anthony Mackie's Captain America takes center stage in "Brave New World." This latest installment reunites Captain America with both familiar and new allies, laying the groundwork for the next generation of Avengers, poised to confront Doomsday next year. While critic Tom Jorgenson at IGN points to some "recycled MCU plotlines," he praises Mackie's performance, highlighting his ability to portray Sam's multifaceted personality alongside veteran actors like Harrison Ford, Carl Lumbly, and Tim Blake Nelson. Whether these strong performances are enough to elevate the film is ultimately up to the viewer.
How to Watch:
"Captain America: Brave New World" is currently playing in theaters. Find showtimes near you at:
- Fandango
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Regal Theaters
Streaming Release:
Expect "Brave New World" to arrive on Disney+ sometime in May or June of next year. This projection aligns with the theatrical-to-streaming windows of recent MCU releases like "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," which both premiered on Disney+ approximately three months after their theatrical debuts.
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Plot Synopsis:
Drawing inspiration from Marvel Comics and fitting within Phase 5 of the MCU timeline, "Brave New World" follows "The Marvels" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," building upon storylines from previous Captain America films, Avengers movies, and "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." The official synopsis reads:
Sam finds himself embroiled in an international crisis following a meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must unravel a sinister global conspiracy before the mastermind behind it plunges the world into chaos.
Post-Credits Scene:
Yes, there is a post-credits scene, setting the stage for future MCU developments. See IGN's guide to the ending for more details.
Where to Stream the MCU:
The entire MCU is available to stream on Disney+. For those wanting to catch up, the original Captain America trilogy is a great starting point.
Cast and Crew:
- Director: Julius Onah
- Cast: Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America), Danny Ramirez (Joaquin Torres/Falcon), Shira Haas (Ruth Bat-Seraph), Carl Lumbly (Isaiah Bradley), Xosha Roquemore (Leila Taylor), Giancarlo Esposito (Seth Voelker/Sidewinder), Liv Tyler (Betty Ross), Tim Blake Nelson (Samuel Sterns/Leader), Harrison Ford (Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross/Red Hulk)
Rating and Runtime:
Rated PG-13 for intense action violence and some strong language. Runtime: 1 hour 58 minutes.
