Marvel Studios has settled ongoing rumors about who currently holds the Captain America title within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), despite Chris Evans returning as Steve Rogers in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Anthony Mackie Captain America is now the established identity, as Sam Wilson fully embraces the role following Steve Rogers’ legacy.
Chris Evans’ return sparked fan discussions because Avengers: Endgame ended with Steve Rogers passing his iconic shield to Sam Wilson, portrayed by Anthony Mackie. While Steve will remain the original Captain America, Sam has taken on the mantle in Captain America: Brave New World and continues to appear in future MCU projects.
Official Confirmation from Disney+ Series and Promotional Material
Clarification came through Marvel’s Disney+ series, Wonder Man, where a character refers to Captain America as
“a regular guy who can throw a shield.”
This subtle line indicates that within the MCU’s public view, Sam Wilson is recognized as the current Captain America, not Steve Rogers.
Additionally, the promotional teaser for Avengers: Doomsday deliberately identifies Chris Evans’ character only as Steve Rogers, avoiding any reference to him as Captain America. This careful wording further suggests that Steve Rogers will not reclaim his former title.
Sam Wilson’s Role in Future MCU Storylines
With Avengers: Doomsday approaching its global release on December 18, Sam Wilson stands as a key leader tasked with uniting new superhero teams to defend Earth. Steve Rogers is expected to have an influential but supportive role rather than serving as the Captain America bearing the shield.
