Now that Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson has taken on the mantle of Captain America, there's a new Falcon in the MCU – and we have our first look at him thanks to a McDonald's advertisement, which you can see below.

Who becomes the new Captain America?

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.

Is Hawk the new Captain America?

Sam Wilson, formerly the Falcon, takes on the mantle of Captain America as he teams up with his fellow Avengers.

Is Sam going to be the new Captain America?

This year marks half a decade since Chris Evans' Steve Rogers bowed out of Avengers: Endgame by handing the shield over to Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson – and since streaming series The Falcon And The Winter Soldier largely wrestled with Wilson's decision to take on the Cap mantle, his debut proper as the Star-Spangled ...

Who is the next Captain America after Sam Wilson?

While Steve Rogers passed the Captain America shield and mantle on to Sam Wilson in Avengers: Endgame, it was Wyatt Russell's John Walker who became the MCU's next Captain America.

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Why was Sam chosen to be Captain America?

Learning that Captain America is gone, Sam is given the hero's shield by Steve, who is happy to pass on the Captain America mantle to Sam, honouring what Abraham Erskine told Steve all those years ago, about a good man being capable of being Captain America.

How is Falcon going to be Captain America?

Sam Wilson was introduced as the Falcon in Marvel Comics and formed a partnership with Steve Rogers, leading to his eventual tenure as Captain America. Sam Wilson became Captain America officially in Captain America Vol. 7 #25 after Rogers named him his replacement due to aging and his powers being neutralized.

Who will replace Falcon?

Joaquín Torres will become the MCU's new Falcon in Captain America: Brave New World, and could get some of Sam Wilson's unused powers from Marvel Comics.

Who is Captain America now?

Anthony Mackie stars as Sam Wilson, aka Captain America. Wilson was originally known as The Falcon, but he took over the role of Captain America after Steve Rogers stepped down after the events of Avengers: Endgame.

Will Tony Stark come back?

MORE: Robert Downey Jr. isn't coming back as Tony Stark, Marvel Studios president says. Tony Stark sacrificed himself to snap away Thanos at the end of 2019's "Avengers: Endgame," and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige told Vanity Fair in December, "we would never want to magically undo it in any way."

Will Iron Man return?

Robert Downey Jr is open to returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In an interview with Esquire, the actor said he'd happily play Tony Stark aka Iron Man in future movies if Marvel gods want him to. (Also Read – Robert Downey Jr on his journey 'from uninsurable actor to Oscar winner': Father thought I got robbed…)

Is Bucky Barnes being replaced?

The absence of Bucky Barnes allows Sam Wilson to shine as he takes up the mantle of Captain America and reassembles the Avengers. Isaiah Bradley's tragic backstory and potential transformation into a formidable threat adds depth and complexity to the upcoming Captain America movie.

Why is Bucky not in Captain America 4?

Summary. Bucky Barnes's absence in Captain America: Brave New World benefits Sam Wilson's story, allowing the Marvel movie to focus entirely on the latter character. Sam Wilson deserves to be the sole focus in his first Captain America movie, and not have attention pulled away in favor of Bucky Barnes.

Who will be the next Iron Man?

Summary. Rhodey, aka War Machine, is confirmed as the ideal replacement for Iron Man in the upcoming Armor Wars, as his characterization now mirrors Stark's. Rhodey's reveal as a Skrull impostor adds a layer of trauma and parallel to Tony Stark's origin story, making him a compelling successor to Iron Man.

Will there be Iron Man 4?

"Tony Stark's story is far from over," Downey said. "Iron Man 4 will explore new dimensions of the character and his legacy through the eyes of Morgan. It's an honor to continue this journey and see where it leads." Feel free to express your thoughts on this exciting project by leaving a comment below.

Is Sam not the Falcon anymore?

That helps him in a way Steve Rogers never needed, as Sam Wilson will still have wings on his Captain America suit despite not being the Falcon anymore. Sam also seems to wear gauntlets instead of gloves like Steve's, making his look a little more unique in Captain America: Brave New World.

Who becomes the Falcon after Sam?

After the Serpent Society was defeated, Captain America allowed Joaquin to become his sidekick, enabling him to become the new Falcon.

Will Falcon return in MCU?

Joaquín Torres' Falcon Is Returning In Captain America 4

Julius Onah joined the project as director in July 2022, while several cast members from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier were also confirmed to be reprising their roles.

Why did Falcon become Captain America instead of Bucky?

During that time in the Marvel Universe, Steve Rogers was still around, though he had lost the Super-Soldier Serum effects and had rapidly aged. As a result, Falcon was chosen by Steve to wield the powerful Captain America shield in his stead.

How can Falcon be Captain America without the serum?

As Captain America, Sam Wilson has no super-soldier serum or traditional superpowers. Sam is an elite-level athlete and master hand-to-hand combatant trained by Steve Rogers. He can hurl the shield with pinpoint accuracy, although his skill isn't on the same, experienced level of Steve Rogers.

Who becomes the new Captain America in Falcon and Winter Soldier?

Wyatt Russell as John Walker / Captain America / U.S. Agent: A decorated Captain of the U.S. Army Rangers, and the new Captain America chosen by the U.S. government.

Who is the black avenger with wings?

Samuel Thomas Wilson, known as the Falcon, was the first African-American superhero in mainstream comic books. The character first appeared in Captain America #117 (Sept. 1969).

Who was Captain America first Sam or Bucky?

In the comic books, Steve Rogers is murdered in the aftermath of the Civil War storyline, leading to Bucky Barnes becoming the next Captain America. In the MCU Rogers survives Civil War, eventually passing the mantle of Captain America to Sam Wilson in Avengers: Endgame.

Who is the flying black guy in the Avengers?

Sam Wilson to the public, being the new Captain America. Samuel Thomas "Sam" Wilson, also known as the Falcon and later as Captain America, is a major character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.