The Captain America: Brave New World (2025) trailer showcases a thrilling, high-stakes continuation of Sam Wilson’s journey as the new Captain America. Picking up from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the trailer opens with a tense atmosphere, featuring a world still grappling with uncertainty and political division. Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) stands at the forefront, fully embracing his role as the new Captain America, but the trailer makes it clear that the weight of the shield comes with immense challenges.
The first scenes show Sam in Washington, D.C., walking into what appears to be a global summit, his new vibranium-winged suit glowing subtly in the sunlight. He’s addressing a room of world leaders, warning them about a rising global threat. “The world is more fragile than ever. It’s going to take more than a shield to protect it.” This sets the stage for the film’s overarching theme: the challenge of being a symbol of hope in an increasingly fractured world.
A new villain is introduced, played by Harrison Ford as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, who has now become President of the United States. Ross pushes for more extreme measures to handle global instability, which puts him at odds with Sam’s more balanced approach. Their tension is palpable, with Ross at one point telling Sam, “America needs strength, not symbols.”
The trailer also hints at a larger conspiracy brewing behind the scenes, with an underground terrorist group destabilizing governments around the world. These enemies are armed with advanced technology, including vibranium weapons, suggesting ties to Wakanda’s resources. One scene shows a massive explosion in a foreign city, with Sam racing to save civilians while dodging heavy fire.
Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) makes a strong return, standing by Sam’s side as his closest ally. In a heartfelt conversation, Bucky acknowledges the pressures Sam is under, saying, “Steve wasn’t perfect. You don’t have to be either. Just fight for what’s right.” Their camaraderie adds a layer of emotional depth to the action-heavy trailer, showing the bond forged between them through battle and shared loss.
The action intensifies with fast-paced sequences of Sam flying through urban landscapes, using his wings and shield in tandem. One standout scene features Sam in a brutal aerial dogfight, deflecting rockets with his shield before diving into a building to confront masked soldiers. His combat style has evolved, blending flight, agility, and precision in a way unique to his Captain America.
Sharon Carter (Emily VanCamp) is briefly seen, possibly still working in the shadows as the Power Broker, and the trailer teases the return of Joaquin Torres (Danny Ramirez), who’s rumored to take up the mantle of Falcon. There’s also a brief shot of Wakanda, hinting at a connection to the story’s vibranium-driven conflict.
The trailer closes with Sam, battered but unbroken, standing atop a skyscraper overlooking a burning city. He plants the shield firmly into the ground and says, “It’s not about the suit or the shield. It’s about fighting for those who can’t.”
Captain America: Brave New World promises to be a thrilling, action-packed entry in the MCU, blending intense action sequences with a deeper exploration of Sam Wilson’s role as the new Captain America, in a world on the brink of chaos.
