Sam Wilson, now the new Captain America, finds himself caught up in a global crisis that drags him into dangerous situations. As the situation around him becomes increasingly tense, he tries to find out who is behind this dark global plan. To stop it, he must uncover the truth, face new enemies, and protect what matters most – all while carrying the weight of a shield.
About Captain America: Brave New World
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Julius Onah |
| Screenplay by | Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson, Julius Onah, Peter Glanz |
| Story by | Rob Edwards, Malcolm Spellman, Dalan Musson |
| Based on | Marvel Comics |
| Produced by | Kevin Feige, Nate Moore |
| Starring | Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, Harrison Ford |
| Cinematography | Kramer Morgenthau |
| Edited by | Matthew Schmidt, Madeleine Gavin |
| Music by | Laura Karpman |
| Production company | Marvel Studios |
| Distributed by | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
| Release dates | February 11, 2025 (TCL Chinese Theatre), February 14, 2025 (United States) |
| Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Captain America: Brave New World Box Office Collection
| Category | Amount (in USD) |
|---|---|
| Worldwide Gross | $412.8 million |
| Domestic Gross | $199.1 million |
| International Gross | $213.75 million |
| Production Budget | $180 million |
| Comparison (Shang-Chi) | $432.2 million |
| Projected Worldwide Gross Range | $415 million – $425 million |
Captain America: Brave New World Cast & Crew
| Actor | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Mackie | Sam Wilson / Captain America | Former pararescueman and Avenger using a vibranium shield and wings. Takes on the Captain America role without powers, guided by empathy and leadership. |
| Danny Ramirez | Joaquin Torres / Falcon | U.S. Air Force lieutenant who inherits the Falcon mantle. Shares a balanced friendship with Wilson and focuses on realism in flight scenes. |
| Shira Haas | Ruth Bat-Seraph | Israeli ex-Black Widow and President Ross’s security advisor. Wears a partial costume and has a conflicting view of Ross’s agenda. |
| Carl Lumbly | Isaiah Bradley | Super soldier veteran wrongfully imprisoned for 30 years. Mind-controlled and framed but later freed thanks to Wilson. |
| Xosha Roquemore | Leila Taylor | Secret Service agent with past ties to Wilson. Based on comic character but without romantic subplot. |
| Giancarlo Esposito | Seth Voelker / Sidewinder | Leader of Serpent, a special-ops group. Intelligent and physical, inspired by warlords and Wagner Group. Wears a costume inspired by comics. |
| Liv Tyler | Betty Ross | President Ross’s estranged daughter. Heard via call and briefly seen near the end, reflecting Ross’s desire to reconnect. |
| Tim Blake Nelson | Samuel Sterns | Scientist mutated by Hulk’s blood. Imprisoned and experimented on by Ross. Returns with grotesque appearance using prosthetics and VFX. |
| Harrison Ford | Thaddeus Ross / Red Hulk | U.S. President and former general. Wants to change but transforms into Red Hulk. Silent in Hulk form to preserve emotional depth. |
| Sebastian Stan (Cameo) | Bucky Barnes | Makes an uncredited cameo, campaigning for Congress. Sets up his role in Thunderbolts (2025). |
| Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson | Copperhead | Member of Serpent, large and intimidating presence. |
| William Mark McCullough | Dennis Dunphy | U.S. military commander and ally of Wilson. |
| Takehiro Hira | Prime Minister Ozaki | Japanese Prime Minister, appears in supporting role. |
Plot
Despite their previous controversies following the 2010 duel in Harlem, newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross delivers his victory speech after sixteen years, pledging unity against global threats. In 2027, he sends Navy SEALs Sam Wilson and Lt. Joaquin Torres – now reprising their roles as Captain America and Falcon – to Oaxaca, Mexico, where SERPENT is attempting to sell stolen adamantium. The Navy SEALs secure the area while Captain America travels to the Cathedral of Santo Ramos to free the hostages of SERPENT’s leader, Seth Voelker, known as Sidewinder, who demands information on the buyer’s identity. The group attempts to escape, but Falcon intercepts their escape and recovers the adamantium canister, while Captain America clashes with SERPENT’s Copperhead.
While visiting his wife’s grave, Ross confides to his security chief, Leela Taylor, that his daughter Betty questions his efforts to transform, believing that his first hundred days are the most important. After the mission, Torres seeks guidance from Wilson, and they travel to Baltimore to train with Isaiah Bradley. Bradley leaves when Wilson overhears Ross’s phone call, later expressing his discomfort with Wilson’s relationship with the President. Wilson assures him that Captain America’s image will remain intact and that Taylor will keep a close eye on Ross. Wilson also shares that Ross invited him to a White House summit and extended the same invitation to Bradley, who accepts.
The Final Battle
This brings us to the big final showdown: Captain America faces off against the Red Hulk. The fight is fierce, full of power and emotion, but amidst the chaos, a brief moment of clarity comes between them. Ross comes to a harsh truth – it’s too late to undo the damage he’s started.
ETimes Verdict
We gave the film a 3-star rating and our official review says, “The story attempts to tie together parts of the previous installments, but those who haven’t followed the series closely may have a hard time catching every reference. Still, the film’s political twists, strong bond between Captain America and Falcon, well-shot action scenes, and strong acting performances come together to provide an entertaining experience that both fans and general viewers can enjoy.”
Genre and Legacy
Inspired by Marvel Comics and part of the larger MCU, the film blends superhero action, suspense, and intense drama. It follows the story of the previous installment, continuing the legend of Captain America as Sam Wilson takes the helm on a bold new journey.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or watching for the first time, Captain America: Brave New World delivers a thrilling mix of action, deep politics, and true heroism – ready to watch now.
Reviews
I call myself a fan of the MCU, but in the last year, my interest has waned. Maybe it’s because of the many superhero stories or because I haven’t seen them in theatres. After the Marvel stories, it felt like work in 2024. So, I watched Captain America: Brave New World without doing anything beforehand. I don’t think I even watched the whole trailer, just little clips online — mostly about that red, angry guy. I haven’t rewatched any of the older movies. If you listen to the Cosmic Circle podcast, you know that’s not typical for me. I didn’t know what to expect. And after reading some of the early reviews, I thought I would get lost or not enjoy it.
But I’m glad that wasn’t the case with Captain America: Brave New World. If you’re a Marvel fan who watches it occasionally, you’ll still be able to understand the story. There are different characters, but it’s not confusing. Director Julius Onah did a great job of showing why Sam Wilson, played by Anthony Mackie, is a real hero. (Although we’ve seen that in other Avengers films as well.) The film feels like a real political thriller, has great action scenes, and feels as big as a Marvel film. It’s not a perfect film, but it’s fun to watch and makes you think in places. I’m glad I went to the theatre to see it.
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