Anthony Mackie Doesn’t Want His Captain America To Go The Way of Steve Rogers

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Summary

  • Anthony Mackie plans to portray Captain America for a solid ten years in the MCU.
  • Mackie expressed concerns over portraying an older Captain America character.
  • Fans can expect to see more of the new Captain America in upcoming MCU projects over the next two phases.

In “Captain America: Brave New World,” the upcoming debut of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s latest Captain America on the big screen will be revealed. Fans have also learned how many more adventures this character will lead before he eventually hands over the shield to a successor.

The production of “Captain America: Brave New World” has been a rollercoaster ride for Marvel Studios, with numerous challenges arising during its development. Issues such as objections to Anthony Mackie’s portrayal of Sam Wilson as the new Captain America and rumors about costly and creatively diverse reshoots due to unsuccessful screenings have cast a shadow over the film. However, recent box office forecasts have provided Marvel Studios with some tentative hope as they prepare for the final push of promotions before its release.

As the main star of “Captain America: Brave New World,” Anthony Mackie has been spearheading the promotional campaign and his recent comments hint at how long fans might see him in the role. In an in-depth conversation with Esquire about his portrayal of Captain America, Mackie discussed his plans for continuing his tenure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “I’d say a good ten years,” Mackie states. “There are the two Avengers movies, possibly another Captain America film, and then occasional appearances like Spider-Man or Fantastic Four popping up. However, nothing is set in stone. I don’t want to be an elderly Captain America.” If Mackie’s plans come to fruition, it would mark a substantial 20 years of involvement in the MCU for him, having first appeared in the Marvel universe in 2014’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” under the alias Falcon.

Mackie’s comments carry a touch of humor, as fans observed the transition of Captain America’s shield and legacy from an aging Steve Rogers to Sam, implying that Mackie may wish to relinquish the role before his character becomes similarly aged. The shield exchange also bestowed upon Sam a significant boost in relevance within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a status that carries immense responsibility and scrutiny which can make the position less enticing as time passes.

Recently, Mackie found himself in the center of an online debate due to his comments about Captain America and what he perceived the character should symbolize. He had to clarify his stance on patriotism via a social media statement to quell the controversy. The level of public scrutiny is one reason why a major role in the world’s most popular franchise might not be something an actor would want to maintain into their 60s. Given that Mackie is in his late 40s, yet doesn’t appear to be it, offering a decade-long commitment seems exceptionally generous from his perspective.

The prospects for Mackie look promising, particularly if “Captain America: Brave New World” manages to surpass where “Secret Invasion” fell short by skillfully merging superhero and political thriller elements into a captivating narrative. Given his roles are essentially confirmed in the upcoming two Avengers films and beyond, we’re in for numerous Captain America adventures over the next two phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). For now, audiences can anticipate witnessing how he tackles his first significant adversary when “Captain America: Brave New World” premieres in movie theaters in just two weeks.

Captain America: Brave New World is set for theatrical release on 14 February 2024.

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2025-01-31 23:24