Bucky Barnes was brought back from his supposed death to be a brainwashed assassin called Winter Soldier. Reformed by his friends, he now fights alongside the Avengers.

Will Bucky return in Captain America 4?

Bucky's absence was confirmed by Sam Wilson actor Anthony Mackie, who revealed the Winter Soldier won't appear in the movie when Captain America: Brave New World releases in 2025.

What movie does Bucky come back?

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER (2014) "Bucky Returns" Post Credits Scene [HD] Marvel - YouTube.

Is Bucky Captain America now?

Bucky Barnes could have become Captain America at the end of Avengers: Endgame, but Steve Rogers crowned Sam Wilson instead. Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* may mark Bucky Barnes' full transition into a bona fide MCU superhero.

How did Bucky survive 70 years?

Bucky Barnes, like Steve Rogers, has lived for several decades due to cryogenic freezing and the super-soldier serum. Bucky's life expectancy could potentially surpass Steve's 116 years, depending on circumstances. Despite outwardly aging at the same rate as Steve, Bucky can still live for at least another 80 years.

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Why did Captain America age but Bucky didn't?

Bucky owes his youthful appearance to repeated cryo-freezes orchestrated by the Russians. He possesses no super powers and never received a form of the Super Soldier Serum as many assume, but continues to operate at peak human ability.

What happened to Bucky's old arm?

In December 2025, Nebula went to Earth specifically to steal Bucky Barnes' vibranium arm from him. After defeating him, she succeeded in removing his arm and took it with her back to space, intending to give it to Rocket Raccoon as a Christmas present.

How old is Bucky in 2024?

We see that he's deprogrammed 6 months before the snap in FATWS. He's then snapped away and comes back 5 years later. FATWS takes place 6 months after he comes back. So Bucky is likely 33 physically while chronologically being 107 (FATWS takes place in April 2024, so Bucky's wrong about being 106).

Who is Bucky Barnes love interest?

At some point, the Winter Soldier, who at times shows hints of his human personality, briefly shares a romantic affair with Russian operative Natalia Romanoff, the Black Widow.

What did Zola do to Bucky?

Zola put him through the Winter Soldier Program, which used brainwashing techniques, physiological enhancements, and intense training to turn him into one of HYDRA's greatest weapons. In addition, Barnes was given a cybernetic arm to replace the one he lost.

Who is Bucky Barnes's wife?

Bucky Barnes was a childhood friend of Steve Rogers (aka Captain America) who accompanied him on his missions during World War II as an Army press photographer. Surviving the war and believing Rogers had died during his last mission, Bucky eventually married Rogers' fiancé Gail and had a huge extended family.

Does Captain America ever find Bucky?

2016- Captain America Harbors Winter Soldier As A Fugitive Despite the worldwide manhunt for the Winter Soldier, Captain America finds Barnes first, and Bucky confirms that he remembers who he is and his relationship to Rogers.

Is Bucky Captain America's brother?

Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America, is the older brother of Bucky Barnes, also known as the Winter Soldier.

Did Marvel replace Bucky?

Summary. Captain America: Brave New World promises to explore the stories of new and canonical characters, including Isaiah Bradley, in the MCU. The absence of Bucky Barnes allows Sam Wilson to shine as he takes up the mantle of Captain America and reassembles the Avengers.

What is the next movie Bucky is in?

As of 2023, Barnes has appeared in seven MCU films, as well as in a lead role in the miniseries The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021). He is expected to return in the upcoming film Thunderbolts* (2025). Sebastian Stan's portrayal of the character has been met with positive reception.

Will Bucky be in Thunderbolts?

Thunderbolts (2025)

The movie acts as a part of the MCU's fifth phase of films. The film sees the likes of Bucky Barnes, Yelena Belova, Wyatt Russell, the Red Guardian, and more as an unlikely group of heroes and villains brought together to fight for good.

Was Natasha in love with Bucky?

In Issue #624, Bucky narrates the story of his time as the Winter Soldier, and how he eventually met Natasha. Something about her had touched what was left of his humanity and the two fell deeply in love.

Who is Black Widow's love interest?

Black Widow's first romantic relationship was with Nikolai, a soldier she met while both were serving with the Russian Army during WWII. The young soldier had no backstory, but Natasha and Nikolai fell in love and eventually married.

Will Sam and Bucky be a couple?

The actor also said that Sam and Bucky's relationship is rooted in acceptance, appreciation, and love for each other. "You'd call it a bromance, but it's literally just two guys who have each other's backs," he said.

Can Bucky get drunk?

Even Bucky's variant serum should allow him to age normally (unless he gets frozen again). A side effect of the Super-Soldier Serum that the Winter Soldier shares with Captain America is that neither can get drunk.

Can Bucky have kids?

Surviving the war and believing Rogers had died during his last mission, Bucky eventually married Rogers' fiancé, Peggy and had two children, Marvin and Rebecca.

How old is Bucky biologically?

Taking the experimentation, cryogenic freezing and time skips into consideration, Bucky is physically somewhere in his mid-30s by the time The Falcon and the Winter Soldier takes place, making him appear seventy-some years younger than his chronological age.

Why is Bucky not as strong anymore?

As a villain, it made sense to present the Winter Soldier as unstoppable, to make him a better foil for the heroes he fought. With his reformation comes an increased vulnerability; physically weakening him helps the audience better identify with him and ensures he can't simply knock out opponents with one punch.

Why does Bucky wear gloves?

His family is long dead, he has to wear gloves to cover his vibranium murder arm, and even his friendships are rooted in a desire to atone for past sins. Obviously I have never experienced what the Winter Soldier has, but I do find my own trauma is often exposed on first dates.

Is Bucky stronger than Captain America?

In terms of raw strength, Captain America is typically portrayed as being stronger than the Winter Soldier, although the Winter Soldier's combat skills and agility can still make him a formidable opponent.