Captain America: Brave New World - Streaming Release and Showtimes Revealed

Over five years since Steve Rogers handed over his iconic vibranium shield to Sam Wilson, Anthony Mackie's portrayal of Captain America is finally stepping into the spotlight. In "Captain America: Brave New World," Sam Wilson teams up with a mix of new and returning heroes, paving the way for the next generation of Avengers poised to lead in the upcoming "Doomsday" film next year. While critic Tom Jorgenson from IGN expressed some disappointment with the "recycled MCU plotlines," he praised Mackie's performance, noting that he "brings each side of Sam’s personality to life well" alongside veteran actors like Harrison Ford, Carl Lumbly, and Tim Blake Nelson. The question remains: can strong acting performances overcome familiar storytelling? That's for you to decide.

If you're eager to see "Brave New World" on the big screen or curious about its streaming availability, find all the details below. For a thorough, spoiler-heavy overview of the events leading up to the film, don't miss IGN's "Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World."

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Captain America: Brave New World Streaming Release Date

"Brave New World" will eventually be available for streaming on Disney+, rather than Netflix or Hulu. In 2024, both "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" were in theaters for approximately three months before becoming available on Disney+. If "Brave New World" follows a similar pattern, you can expect to stream the new Captain America movie around May or June.

"Brave New World" draws heavily from Marvel Comics and fits into the MCU's Phase 5 timeline. It follows the events of "The Marvels" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," with key plotlines continuing from the Captain America series, The Avengers movies, and "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." Here is the official synopsis:

Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

Does Brave New World Have a Post-Credits Scene?

Given that this is the MCU, it's no surprise that "Brave New World" includes a post-credits scene. For insights into how this scene ties into the future of the MCU, check out our guide to the ending of Brave New World.

Where to Stream the Rest of the MCU

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Interested in catching up on the MCU before watching "Brave New World"? The entire franchise is available on Disney+. Navigating the full timeline might seem daunting, but some of the best entries are the original Captain America films. Start your journey with our guide to watching the Captain America movies in order.

Captain America: Brave New World Cast

"Brave New World" was directed by Julius Onah and features the following cast:

• Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson/Captain America
• Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/Falcon
• Shira Haas as Ruth Bat-Seraph
• Carl Lumbly as Isaiah Bradley
• Xosha Roquemore as Leila Taylor
• Giancarlo Esposito as Seth Voelker/Sidewinder
• Liv Tyler as Betty Ross
• Tim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns/Leader
• Harrison Ford as Thaddus "Thunderbolt" Ross/Red Hulk

Captain America: Brave New World Rating and Runtime

"Captain America: Brave New World" is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, and some strong language. The film has a runtime of one hour and 58 minutes.