Captain America: Brave New World - Release Date and Streaming Options

Over five years after Steve Rogers passed his vibranium shield to Sam Wilson, Anthony Mackie's Captain America finally steps into the spotlight in Brave New World. The film brings back both new and familiar heroes, setting the stage for the next generation of Avengers, expected to lead in Doomsday next year. Despite critic Tom Jorgenson’s concerns about "recycled MCU plotlines" in his IGN review, he praises Mackie for bringing Sam Wilson's multifaceted personality to life, especially alongside seasoned co-stars like Harrison Ford, Carl Lumbly, and Tim Blake Nelson. Are these strong performances enough to elevate the movie? That's for you to decide.

If you're eager to watch Brave New World in theaters or curious about its streaming release, check out the details below. For a comprehensive, spoiler-filled recap of the events leading up to Brave New World, visit IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

How to Watch Captain America: Brave New World - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The new Captain America movie has just hit theaters. You can find showtimes at major theater chains like Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.

Captain America: Brave New World Streaming Release Date

Brave New World will be available for streaming on Disney+, not on Netflix or Hulu. Previous releases like Deadpool & Wolverine and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 were in theaters for about three months before becoming available on Disney+. If Brave New World follows this pattern, you can expect to stream it around May or June.

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AnswerSee ResultsWhat Is Captain America: Brave New World About? ------------------------------------------------

Brave New World draws heavily from Marvel Comics and is set in Phase 5 of the MCU, following The Marvels and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. The plot directly continues from the Captain America movies, The Avengers movies, and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Here's 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?

As with most MCU films, Brave New World includes a post-credits scene. Learn more about how it ties into the MCU's future in our guide to the ending of Brave New World.

Where to Stream the Rest of the MCU

### Get the Disney+, Hulu, Max Streaming Bundle

14$16.99/month with ads, $29.99/month ad-free. See it at Max. If you're looking to catch up on the MCU, the entire franchise is available on Disney+. While navigating the timeline can be daunting, starting with the original Captain America movies is a great way to begin. Check out 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 AmericaDanny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/FalconShira Haas as Ruth Bat-SeraphCarl Lumbly as Isaiah BradleyXosha Roquemore as Leila Taylor Giancarlo Esposito as Seth Voelker/SidewinderLiv Tyler as Betty RossTim Blake Nelson as Samuel Sterns/LeaderHarrison 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.