Captain America: Brave New World

A 2025 American superhero film directed by Julius Onah, serving as the fourth installment in the Captain America film series and a continuation of the miniseries "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" (2021). The story follows Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), who, after the events of "Avengers: Endgame" and receiving Steve Rogers' shield, officially assumes the mantle of Captain America. The film begins with Sam meeting the newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford), formerly known as General "Thunderbolt" Ross. Soon, Sam is drawn into an international incident and uncovers a global conspiracy threatening world security. As he investigates, he teams up with the new Falcon, Joaquin Torres (Danny Ramirez), and confronts various threats, including the enigmatic villain Sidewinder (Giancarlo Esposito), leader of the criminal organization Serpent Society. The film also features Ruth Bat-Seraph (Shira Haas), Isaiah Bradley (Carl Lumbly), Betty Ross (Liv Tyler), and Samuel Sterns (Tim Blake Nelson), also known as the Leader. The narrative delves into themes of political intrigue, international conflict, and personal responsibility, exploring how Sam navigates his new role and the legacy of Captain America. The film received positive reviews for its performances, particularly those of Mackie and Ford, and for its return to the political thriller style reminiscent of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier." Released on February 14, 2025, the film became the third highest-grossing movie of the year, earning $414 million worldwide.