Captain America: Brave New World Is the Start of Avengers 2.0

Six years after the Avengers disbanded following Thanos' defeat and Tony Stark's death, the world once again requires its mightiest heroes. With new Avengers films slated for 2026 and 2027, the MCU must swiftly reassemble the team. This crucial recruitment process begins in Captain America: Brave New World.

Marvel Studios producer Nate Moore explains the strategic delay in reuniting the Avengers post-Endgame: "We knew if we jumped right back into the Avengers after Endgame, we wouldn't give people a chance to miss it." He highlights Captain America's central role in successful Avengers teams, emphasizing the time needed to establish Sam Wilson as a capable leader following Steve Rogers' passing of the shield. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier showcased Wilson's journey, culminating in his confident embrace of the Captain America mantle in Brave New World. However, a new challenge awaits: leading a new Avengers team.

A marketing clip reveals President Ross (Harrison Ford), succeeding the late William Hurt, tasks Wilson with restarting the Avengers initiative. This might surprise fans, considering Ross's role in establishing the Sokovia Accords. Director Julius Onah clarifies Ross's evolution: "The man that we're meeting now is...a diplomat...who sees and understands the errors of his past and wants to do better." Ross's decision stems from recognizing the Avengers' potential global benefit.

Ross's strategic thinking is evident. With Captain America now an official US government position, a Captain America-led Avengers team would essentially be a US defense department branch. Moore explains Ross's motivation: "He certainly realized that the Avengers left unchecked may not be the best idea...he figures why not do it first before somebody beats me to the punch.”

Ross's interest isn't solely about future film plots; it's driven by a world-altering discovery. The petrified Celestial from Eternals is revealed to be a source of Adamantium, prompting a potential global arms race. Securing a superhero team becomes a strategic advantage. Moore states, "I think certainly any nation that has a group of Avengers has a leg up over anyone else."

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The relationship between Ross and Wilson is expected to be strained. Wilson's commitment to Steve Rogers' anti-government ideals contrasts with Ross's actions. Onah emphasizes Wilson's emotional journey and the palpable tension between the two men due to past conflicts.

The possibility of John Walker leading a government-backed Avengers team in Thunderbolts is raised, leaving Wilson potentially free to form his own team before Avengers: Doomsday. Brave New World sets the stage for Wilson's evolution into an Avengers leader, highlighting his empathy as a key strength. Onah and Moore emphasize Wilson's journey to self-belief as crucial to his leadership.

Wilson's recruitment efforts will likely involve appearances in Thunderbolts and Fantastic Four: First Steps, paving the way for Avengers: Doomsday. The assembly of Avengers 2.0 begins with Brave New World.