Captain America Star Anthony Mackie Says This Is The Hardest Thing About His Marvel Role

It’s not surprising to hear that Anthony Mackie feels this way about his Marvel role. When Sam Wilson is introduced in «Captain America: The Winter Soldier,» the character is already strategically in line to take on the title held by Steve Rogers (Chris Evans), something that would manifest years later at the end of «The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.» Mackie discussed this specifically, explaining that his character’s trajectory was predetermined. «You know, when we introduced the Falcon, and the growth of the Falcon to Captain America, all of that had to coincide with what Stan had already [given] us.»

In comparison, «Twisted Metal» felt more free-wheeling and creatively liberating for the A-lister. The actor has nothing but positive things to say about his Peacock show — Mackie previously said that the timing of «Twisted Metal» was just right. The series proved to be a success and has already been greenlit for a sophomore outing. While he’ll continue to create havoc on that show, Mackie also has more Marvel appointments to fulfill. 

The actor is set to headline «Captain America: Brave New World,» his cinematic debut as the iconic Marvel character. Plot details on the sequel are slim, though merch confirms that Mackie’s Captain America will get a new suit. With Mackie now in the hot seat as the new Captain America, it will be interesting to see if future franchise installments afford him more creative control.