Captain America: Brave New World is set to hit theaters February 14, 2025, bringing fans back into the world of Marvel’s iconic hero. If you’ve been wondering how Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) went from Falcon to the new Captain America, here’s a quick recap to get you up to date.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) served as Captain America for decades, fighting for justice and becoming a symbol of hope. However, after the intense battle against Thanos in Avengers: Endgame, Steve made a life-altering decision. Using the Time Stone, he traveled back to the 1940s to reunite with his long-lost love, Peggy Carter. Instead of returning to the present, he chose to live out a quiet and fulfilling life with her—something he had sacrificed due to his duty as a superhero during World War II.
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By making this choice, Steve effectively stepped away from his superhero identity, symbolically passing the mantle of Captain America to Sam Wilson. In an emotional moment, an elderly Steve handed over his vibranium shield to Sam, recognizing his courage, integrity, and unwavering commitment to doing what’s right. Though Sam initially had doubts about taking on the title, he eventually embraced his new role, as explored in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Also Wakanda didn’t just hand Sam Wilson a shield—they hooked him up with a vibranium suit and wings fit for the new Captain America! In The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Bucky called in a favor, and the Wakandans delivered big time. The sleek, high-tech gear gave Sam the edge he needed to take on the role, blending his Falcon agility with Captain America’s iconic presence. With unbreakable wings and next-level durability, Sam proved you don’t need super-soldier serum to be a hero—just heart, skill, and a little Wakandan ingenuity!
Now, Captain America: Brave New World will mark his first solo adventure as the new Captain America, and fans are eager to see how he carries forward the legacy of one of Marvel’s most beloved heroes. Tickets Available Here
