Over five years since Steve Rogers handed his iconic vibranium shield to Sam Wilson, Anthony Mackie's portrayal of Captain America now steps into the spotlight with Captain America: Brave New World. This latest installment introduces both fresh and familiar faces, potentially paving the way for a new generation of Avengers in the upcoming Doomsday. Critic Tom Jorgenson from IGN expressed some frustration with "recycled MCU plotlines" in his review, but praised Mackie for skillfully bringing Sam's multifaceted personality to life, especially in scenes with seasoned actors like Harrison Ford, Carl Lumbly, and Tim Blake Nelson. The question remains: can compelling performances overshadow familiar narratives? We'll let you be the judge.
If you're eager to catch Brave New World in theaters or curious about its streaming release, here's what you need to know. For a comprehensive, spoiler-filled recap of the events leading up to the film, IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World is an excellent resource.
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Captain America: Brave New World Streaming Release Date
Brave New World will eventually be available to stream on Disney+, not on Netflix or Hulu. In 2024, both Deadpool & Wolverine and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 were in theaters for approximately three months before becoming available on Disney+. If Brave New World follows a similar pattern, you can expect it to be streamable around May or June.
AnswerSee ResultsWhat Is Captain America: Brave New World About? ------------------------------------------------Brave New World continues to draw inspiration from Marvel Comics. In the MCU's Phase 5 timeline, it follows The Marvels and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, with the most significant plot threads coming from previous Captain America films, The Avengers movies, and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Here's the movie's official synopsis:
Sam finds himself at the center of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon uncover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.
Does Brave New World Have a Post-Credits Scene?
As is customary in the MCU, Brave New World does feature a post-credits scene. To understand how this scene ties into the MCU's future, refer to our guide to the ending of Brave New World.
Where to Stream the Rest of the MCU
### Get the Disney+, Hulu, Max Streaming Bundle
For $16.99/month with ads or $29.99/month ad-free, you can access this bundle at Max. If you're looking to catch up on the MCU, the entire franchise is available on Disney+. Navigating the timeline might seem daunting, but starting with the original Captain America movies is a great way to begin. Our guide to the Captain America movies in order can help you get started.
Captain America: Brave New World Cast
Brave New World was directed by Julius Onah and stars the following cast:
- Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Captain America
- Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/Falcon
- Shira Haas as Ruth Bat-Seraph
- Carl Lumbly as Isaiah Bradley
- Xosha Roquemore as Leila Taylor
- Giancarlo Esposito as Seth Voelker/Sidewinder
- Liv Tyler as Betty Ross
- Tim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns/Leader
- Harrison Ford as Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross/Red Hulk
Captain America: Brave New World Rating and Runtime
Captain America: Brave New World is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, along with some strong language. The film has a runtime of one hour and 58 minutes.
