The legacy of Captain America continues in Brave New World, with Anthony Mackie now carrying the shield as Sam Wilson. His journey to becoming Captain America, after receiving the mantle from Steve Rogers in Avengers: Endgame, was a central theme of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier on Disney+.
Captain America: Brave New World opens in U.S. theaters on February 14, 2025.
Now, let’s meet the cast and characters of Captain America: Brave New World.
Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson / Captain America
With “Captain America: Brave New World,” Anthony Mackie steps back into the role he originated almost a decade ago, making his eighth appearance as Sam Wilson, a beloved and respected member of the Avengers.
As Captain America, Sam is challenged on every front. From the revered halls of the White House to the global political stage, he faces his own internal struggles while desperately tracking an elusive mastermind. And Anthony Mackie can’t wait for audiences to see Sam embrace his destiny.
Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres / Falcon
Reprising his role in the Disney+ series “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” is Danny Ramirez, as soldier Joaquin Torres who continues to work alongside Sam waiting for his shot to fly as Falcon.
Harrison Ford as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross / Red Hulk
For this new installment, award-winning actor Harrison Ford steps into the role of the venerable Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, previously portrayed by the late actor William Hurt who originated the role in “The Incredible Hulk” and continued on for four more MCU films before he passed away in 2022.
Giancarlo Esposito as Seth Voelker / Sidewinder
Joining the fray is Seth Voelker/Sidewinder, leader of a group of mercenaries called SERPENT, played by Marvel Cinematic Universe newcomer Giancarlo Esposito.
Tim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns / Leader
After a 15-year hiatus, Tim Blake Nelson returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe to resurrect Samuel Sterns, albeit a very different, altered version of the character he played.
Shira Haas as Ruth Bat-Seraph
Ex-widow and Security Advisor to the President, Ruth Bat-Seraph is portrayed by Shira Haas.
Carl Lumbly as Isaiah Bradley
Carl Lumbly returns to the role of Isaiah Bradley, the Korean war hero and sole survivor of African American soldiers subjected to Super Soldier serum experiments during the 1950s.
Xosha Roquemore as Leila Taylor: A Secret Service agent
Actress Xosha Roquemore is Agent Leila Taylor, the lead for President Ross’ Secret Service detail. A first for a woman of color, Leila knows she’s in the rare position to help Sam and Ross forge some common ground. However, years of distrust between the two men make it next to impossible.
