‘Captain America: Brave New World’ Debuts New TV Spot

2025 promises to be an action-packed year for Marvel fans. Just weeks after the finale of “What If…?”, and not long after the launch of “Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” Season 1, the first of three Marvel Cinematic Universe blockbusters will hit theaters in 2025.

In this rephrased version, we have: “In ‘Captain America: A Fresh Era’, Anthony Mackie’s character Sam Wilson assumes the role of Captain America from Steve Rogers. However, a power struggle arises when he clashes with the new U.S. President, portrayed by Harrison Ford. As a fresh TV spot for the movie indicates, their relationship deteriorates to the point where Sam confronts Ross, now transformed into the Red Hulk (played by Ford). Additionally, it appears that the White House suffers an explosion in the trailer; Sam, you really need to keep things under control!

Watch the new Brave New World teaser below:

Although some aspects of the storyline remain unclear, it appears that there could be an escalating global dispute centered around the celestial corpse protruding from the Earth’s surface following the events portrayed in Eternals.

(You might recall that Marvel had left a hanging plot point unresolved for quite some time, but now it seems that payoff has arrived, or at least the resolution of the Eternals’ particular cliffhanger. As for whether we’ll see Harry Styles’ character from that movie again in future stories, only time will tell.)

Here is Brave New World’s official synopsis:

In “Captain America: Brave New World,” Sam gets entangled in a global crisis following his encounter with the freshly inaugurated U.S. President Thaddeus Ross. He needs to unravel the mystery behind a malicious global scheme before the hidden culprit plunges the world into chaos and destruction.

Get it? Seeing red? Clever.

The movie “Captain America: Brave New World” is set to hit theaters on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. You can purchase your tickets for the film right now!

The Best Marvel Movies Not Made By Marvel Studios

15. Deadpool 2 (2018)

In the sequel of “Deadpool”, the second movie surpassed the first one significantly, as it delved unexpectedly deep into Ryan Reynolds’ character Wade Wilson’s emotional side. Moreover, Josh Brolin was brilliantly cast as Cable, offering a striking contrast to Deadpool’s non-stop chatter with his strong, silent demeanor. The introduction of X-Force also happens to be one of the funniest running gags found in this collection. It is recommended to watch the original R-rated cut, as the PG-13 version offers a distinctly different humor.

14. Captain America (1944)

For approximately four decades, only Captain America was the Marvel Comics character to be featured in movies, with his debut being a series in 1944 that turned out to be quite robust. Interestingly, the Captain America portrayed in this series wasn’t Steve Rogers, but “Grant Gardner,” a dedicated district attorney. His origin story involving the Super-Soldier Serum and the shield-throwing abilities were not mentioned here, and instead of a shield, he fights against “The Scarab,” a typical villain from the 1940s in search of advanced plot devices known as MacGuffins. The first of these MacGuffins is a “thermodynamic vibration engine” capable of causing skyscrapers to collapse – or as the characters repeatedly refer to it, a vibrator. Yes, you heard that right. (For more information, read here.)

13. Spider-Man 3 (2007)

As a dedicated film enthusiast, I’ve always held Sam Raimi’s final Spider-Man installment in high regard despite its criticism, even from Raimi himself. While it’s true that not everything about the movie gels perfectly, there are undeniably some powerful action sequences reminiscent of the Maguire trilogy at its best, such as the nail-biting mid-air rescue of Gwen Stacy from a construction accident.

The major point of contention for many viewers is the portrayal of Venom, particularly the humorous treatment of the black suit. To be fair, some scenes, like the one where an “evil” Peter under the influence of his alien costume breaks into a dance through New York City streets, were certainly out of sync with the darker, grittier tone that was becoming popular in superhero films at the time.

However, if you approach Spider-Man 3 as Raimi’s deliberate satire of the “dark” comic book movie genre, the film’s overall narrative becomes a lot more cohesive and enjoyable.

12. X-Men (2000)

Indeed, the reference to Toads and lightning seems rather unsettling. The vintage black leather costumes make the movie feel very old-fashioned. Hugh Jackman appears less muscular in this film compared to his later sequels; his portrayal of Logan here seems almost underwhelming. However, the original X-Men film played a significant role in igniting the superhero movie craze of the 2000s. It successfully captured the essence of the characters and translated them onto the screen with a keen editor’s perspective, eliminating unnecessary details to focus on the core elements that would appeal to a wide audience. Interestingly, Hugh Jackman, who gained international fame by playing Wolverine, nearly missed his big opportunity. He was the filmmakers’ second choice, and only secured the role after the original Logan, Dougray Scott, had to withdraw due to delays in the production of Mission: Impossible II.

11. The Punisher (1989)

In a manner reminiscent of the Ninja Turtles’ hideout, Frank Castle resides in an underground lair, engages in underwater combat with ninjas (much like his turtle counterparts), speaks in a gravelly fashion similar to Dolph Lundgren, clashes with the Yakuza within an antiquated amusement park (where numerous adversaries ride a giant slide simultaneously while discharging machine guns), and in one instance, after Frank detonates a mobster’s residence, a journalist exclaims, “Good heavens, that’s the Punisher!” To put it simply, I find this film to be an exceptionally entertaining portrayal of the Punisher, though perhaps not the finest.

10. Big Hero 6 (2014)

As a movie enthusiast, I must say that “Big Hero 6” was an unexpected fusion of Disney’s heartwarming storytelling and Marvel’s action-packed flair. The narrative, filled with the scheming of a villain who has stolen a teen prodigy’s microbots technology, is indeed intriguing, yet it sometimes overshadows the genuinely moving themes surrounding grief and loss. However, let me assure you, Baymax (Scott Adsit), the soft-hearted robot, steals the show with his endearing squishiness, proving once again that emotion-laden robots are the best kind!

9. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)

A blend of veteran and contemporary X-Men actors shines in this movie, with Hugh Jackman delivering another solid performance. The new X-Men, like Blink whose powers are innovatively utilized, add freshness, and Quicksilver (Evan Peters) steals the show by using his super-speed to rescue Wolverine, Magneto, and Professor X during a heated Pentagon battle. However, the film’s one major flaw lies in its inconsistency with ‘First Class’. Characters who were central to the plot are said to have passed away off-screen, the school is mysteriously defunct, and even Professor X’s paralysis seems to be temporarily reversed.

8. Blade (1998)

Even before many in Hollywood recognized the storytelling prowess of Marvel, Wesley Snipes had already been a supporter. As he humorously put it in an interview while in character as Blade, “Playing a comic-book character offers the best of all worlds because anything is possible.” He explained, “You develop a unique voice, appearance, sound, and mannerisms.” Wesley Snipes’ _Blade_ served as the initial issue in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, laying the groundwork for an interconnected universe of humans and monsters.

7. X2 (2003)

In a more natural and easily readable manner,

“Perhaps the most influential superhero film of the century is X2. The first X-Men and Spider-Man movies demonstrated that films could capture the charm of comics. However, X2 took it a step further, showing that cinema could surpass them. Scenes like Nightcrawler’s White House siege, for example, not only recreated his iconic teleporting ability but made it look more thrilling with smooth motion than it ever could as a series of static images in a comic book. The dam bursting in the movie’s finale is symbolic, marking the beginning of the Hollywood Superhero Rush like the opening of floodgates. Nothing was quite the same after X2.”

6. Logan (2017)

For Jackman, the third solo Wolverine movie, titled “Logan“, proved to be the winning formula. It offered a gritty and intense portrayal of Wolverine in all his bloody and tragic splendor, marking the first R-rated film in the series. This darker tone perfectly matched the storyline of Wolverine’s final journey. Additionally, by focusing on a limited cast, it addressed the issue of overcrowding often seen in main X-Men films. Notable among these few characters was an exceptional performance by Patrick Stewart as an aging Professor X struggling with mental decline, posing a significant threat to one of the world’s most powerful weapons.

5. Blade II (2002)

As a movie enthusiast, I’d say that “Blade II” masterfully blended Wesley Snipes’ captivating portrayal of the dashing vampire slayer Blade with Guillermo del Toro’s distinctive blend of eerie, visceral horror. Del Toro unleashed a new breed of super vampires, chilling in their design and terrifying in their ability to feed on both humans and vampires. With his relentless martial arts skills being the only weapon capable of standing against them (yes, you read that right – spin kicks can take down even the undead!), it’s up to Blade to save us all. (Just a reminder: garlic, sunlight, silver, and spin kicks are still their Achilles’ heels.)

4. Spider-Man (2002)

As a movie enthusiast, I find myself often overlooking just how remarkable Sam Raimi’s first Spider-Man film was, even though we now seem to have a new one almost annually. Time has made the film appear slightly outdated, but in 2002, it was truly groundbreaking. It nailed every aspect: The costume, the action sequences, the visual effects, the emotional impact of Uncle Ben’s death, and the intricate portrayal of Peter Parker’s relationships with Norman and Harry Osborn. This film revolutionized how mainstream audiences perceived superhero movies, paving the way for the current landscape of shared cinematic universes. And let’s not forget the iconic final shot, where Spider-Man swings effortlessly through New York City – a shot that many subsequent superhero films have emulated.

3. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

In the grand continuation of “Into the Spider-Verse“, this daring sequel introduces Miles Morales to Spider-Man 2099 and his “Spider Society”, a group dedicated to preserving the multiverse from threats such as the Spot, a formidable new villain capable of opening portals across dimensions at will. While “Into the Spider-Verse” was visually stunning, “Across the Spider-Verse” promises an even more impressive and bold presentation. For instance, the dimension inhabited by Spider-Gwen resembles a vibrant watercolor painting come alive, while Spider-Man India resides in “Mumbattan”, a bustling cityscape that blends shades of yellows and greens. The main criticism of “Across the Spider-Verse“, however, is that it is the first part of a two-part story, which at times can feel like an incomplete narrative.

2. Spider-Man 2 (2004)

As a devoted fan, I’d like to express my appreciation for Sam Raimi’s masterful work in Spider-Man 2. Unlike other films that attempt to squeeze an origin story and standalone adventure into one, this film delved deep into the intricate saga of Peter Parker’s relationship with the brilliant yet flawed scientist, Dr. Otto Octavius, portrayed magnificently by Alfred Molina, arguably delivering the best performance in the entire Spider-Man series. Over a decade and a half later, the movie continues to impress (with the elevated train sequence still standing as a Marvel milestone), and the way it meticulously layers one problem after another onto poor Peter Parker’s shoulders, only to culminate in a happy (yet bittersweet) ending, makes the entire experience even more rewarding.

1. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)

In a world where quantity often falls short of quality, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” stands as an exceptional Marvel film and arguably the finest Spider-Man movie ever made. The film boasts a wide array of web-slinging heroes, featuring Miles Morales, Gwen Stacy, and Peter B. Parker, each bringing their unique take on the iconic character. Moreover, it powerfully embodies the moral perspective of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, emphasizing their belief that anyone can be a hero, transforming this idea into a stunning visual ode to their noble ideals. Indeed, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” serves as the ultimate Spider-man tale.

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