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Captain America: Brave New World, set to be the fourth installment in the MCU’sCaptain Americafranchise, will be released by 2025 in theaters worldwide. This upcoming installment will officially mark Chris Evans’ exit as our beloved Steve Rogers, Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson, formerly The Falcon, will take on the mantle of Captain America.
But does that mean that there’s no hope for Chris Evans to surprisingly pop up on screen in a fleeting cameo inCaptain America: Brave New World? Well, after the iconic teaser trailer release and a bunch of rumors swirling around the internet about cameos and superhero appearances in the upcoming blockbuster, it is yet to be seen who makes the cut and appears on the silver screen to earn thrilling applause.
Captain America: Brave New WorldTeaser Trailer and Release Date
The anticipation forAnthony Mackie’sCaptain America: Brave New Worldkicked into high gear with the release of its first trailer on July 02, 2025. Offering a tantalizing glimpse of Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson meeting with Harrison Ford’s President Thunderbolt Ross, for the tasks of forming the new Avengers, the new teaser successfully raised the hype and expectations surrounding the project.
While major details remain under wraps, the trailer ordered a glimpse of Red Hulk and a suspenseful scene of President Ross being attacked by Isaiah Bradley. Overall, the visuals suggested a blend of action, heart, and the moral complexities that have defined theCaptain Americafranchise. So mark your calendars for June 25, 2025.
What WillCaptain America: Brave New WorldBe About?
Directed by Julius Onah based on a script by Dalan Musson and Malcolm Spellman,Captain America: Brave New Worldwill pick up after MCU’sThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier,which ended with Sam Wilson finally accepting the mantle of Captain America. Further, considering how broken political systems and government distrust have been key themes explored in theCaptain Americafilms, it is to be seen what kind of fascist conspiracy Sam Wilson will face.
After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.The official plot synopsis byMarvel Studios.
Although plot details are scarce, it’s expected that Anthony Mackie’s movie will explore the history between Sam Wilson and Thaddeus Ross, especially after the General threw Wilson in prison at the end ofCivil Warfor violating the Sokovia Accords. Further, with Harrison Ford playing the Red Hulk, multiple characters are set to return fromThe Incredible Hulk,setting up the stage for some significant crossover with the world of the Hulk.
Will Mark Ruffalo Reprise His Role as Hulk in the NewCaptain AmericaMovie?
Meanwhile, given the interconnected nature of the MCU and considering howCaptain America: Brave New Worldis set to explore the world of Hulk, it was previously rumored thatMark Ruffalomight appear in the movie. The speculations started after Ruffalo confirmed that he will reprise his role in the film at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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This confirmation from the actor himself led fans to wonder how Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk could potentially appear in the movie, providing a sense of continuity and support, while Sam stepped into his new role. Unfortunately, sources later revealed that it was all a mixup, and Ruffalo reportedly won’t appear alongside other Hulk characters (viaVariety).
But let’s not forget what Anthony Mackie had revealed during his interview withEW. According to the actor, alongsideHarrison Ford’s Red Hulk, the original Hulk is also expected to make an appearance in his film. Speaking in a group interview, Mackie let it slip that the Hulk “shows up. Not Red Hulk”. So there’s still a possibility for Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk to appear in the movie.
But then again, since Anthony Mackie spoke about the “original” Hulk, there’s a possibility for Edward Norton or Eric Bana to show up on screen. Well, anything is possible in MCU, especially after we witnessed Chris Evans as Human Torch inDeadpool & Wolverine.
Captain America: Brave New WorldFull Cast
Meanwhile, taking a break from wondering about whether Mark Ruffalo will appear in Anthony Mackie’s upcoming movie or not, let’s take a look at the official cast forCaptain America: Brave New World. Set to be a mix of familiar and new faces, the upcoming movie brings back Mackie and Danny Ramirez in the MCU, while starring Giancarlo Esposito andHarrison Fordas new faces in the movie.
According toIMDb, the upcomingCaptain Americamovie holds a total of 17 official actors. But among all, the main players seem to be—Harrison Ford (President Ross/Red Hulk), Liv Tyler (Betty Ross), Giancarlo Esposito (Sidewinder), Rosa Salazar (TBC), Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America), Tim Blake Nelson (Samuel Sterns/The Leader), Danny Ramirez (Joaquin Torres/Falcon), Shira Haas (Ruth Bat-Seraph/Sabra), and Carl Lumbly (Isaiah Bradley).
With a Number of Antagonists, Who Could be the Main Villain in the Movie?
Following the iconic ensemble cast, one question that crossed everyone’s head is: who is the main villain of the upcoming movie? While at SDCC24 it was confirmed thatGiancarlo Esposito‘s Seth Voelker AKA Sidewinder is set to be the villain,ScreenRantreports suggest the possibility of more than one significant villain.
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Based on howHarrison Ford’s Ross had a grudgeagainst superheroes, and also harbored a jealousy of Bruce Banner’s power, his appearance as Hulk’s alter ego in the form of Red Hulk, might finally transform him into a full-fledged MCU supervillain. Moving on, addressing how Isaiah Bradley went rogue during a presidential event (in the trailer), the outlet suggested that he could play a potential villain, based on the theory that Bradley is being mind-controlled or manipulated.
Further, Tim Blake Nelson’s Samuel Sterns who appears in the movie, sixteen years after his debut inThe Incredible Hulk, could be aiming to wreak havoc worldwide, given how he is set to play into the global conspiracy at the center ofCaptain America: Brave New World‘s plot. Thereafter, Shira Haas’ Ruth Bat-Seraph, who is a former Black Widow, could turn into a potential secondary antagonist inCaptain America: Brave New World,based on her possibility to double-cross President Ross and Captain America.
However, after carefully skimming through the list of possible antagonists in the upcoming movie, it seems that Harrison Ford’s Red Hulk is most likely set to be the main villain, with Giancarlo Esposito’s Sidewinder playing the secondary antagonist.
Will Steve Rogers Return forCaptain America: Brave New World?
Apart from the curiosity surrounding Mark Ruffalo’s potential appearance and conversations about the main villain of the movie, another question that’s been on everyone’s lips is whetherChris Evanswill make a return as Steve Rogers, even in a cameo. With rumors swirling and hopes high, it’s unclear if the beloved character will appear.
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WhileBrave New Worldis set to be about Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson and his new role as Captain America, eagle-eyed viewers have caught on to some details and come up with theories about Steve Rogers’ possible return. Considering how Evans surprised audiences with a small but special cameo appearance inDeadpool & Wolverine, fans believe there could be a similar appearance in the 2025 film as well.
Meanwhile, as the firstCaptain America: Brave New Worldtrailer teased a funeral scene, a new theory emerged about Steve Rogers’ life status. Fans noted viaScreenRantthat the funeral scene could be a hint at the supposed end of Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers in the MCU. Considering the old age of the character, that was shown at the end ofAvengers: Endgame,fans believe that Evans might only appear in a brief cameo, while in a coffin.
Rumors and Potential Cameo Appearances in the Movie
As with any highly anticipated Marvel film, the rumor mill is in overdrive regarding potential cameos and surprise appearances. Similarly, forCaptain America: Brave New World,there appeared an exciting rumor surrounding a post-credit scene featuring Nick Fury. According to reports, it is believed that Nick Fury might explain the Multiverse to Sam Wilson and show him potential candidates for a new Avengers group.
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Further, with the possibility of the upcoming movie’s plot centering around Adamantium and the Leader, it is believed that audiences might get to see a bunch of mutants since it’s part of the Leader’s plan to track down mutants and collect superhero DNA. Meanwhile, as for speculated cameos, there appeared a buzz surrounding Sharon Carter, Sebastian Stan, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Seth Rollins’ appearance.
Unfortunately,Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes will not appear in the movie, although the other stars have the possibility of appearing for a fleeting moment. However, nothing about the rumors has been officially addressed or debunked so far. It seems Marvel Studios is perhaps playing along to keep up the hype.
Captain America: Brave New Worldwill hit the theaters worldwide on June 18, 2025.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
