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The newest Red Hulk in Captain America Falcon sequel may still be a little ways off, but fresh looks at some of the film’s characters have surfaced.
Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson will take charge and wield the shield in Captain America: Brave New World. The fourth film in the Cap franchise follows Sam as he grapples with growing global tension surrounding the game-changing discovery of adamantium.
Cap, Red Hulk and Falcon Get Funko-Fied
All new looks at Funko’s line of Pop! Vinyl figures based on Captain America: Brave New World have leaked online courtesy of @mchd_13 on Instagram).
The Funko assortment can be seen below.
The lineup includes Harrison Ford as both the Red Hulk and President Thaddeus Ross (complete with the famous Ford Finger), Sam Wilson as Captain America, and Joaquin Torres (Danny Ramirez) as the new Falcon replacing Sam’s version of the hero.
These items likely won’t hit store shelves or even go up for pre-order for at least a couple more months. The reason that some collectors already have the Funkos in-hand could have to do with the rejiggering of Brave New World’s release date. Fans may remember that the film was delayed considerably.
With that in mind, it wouldn’t be surprising if more Captain America: Brave New World merchandise continued to trickle out into the World Wide Web well ahead of the movie’s release date.
What Roles Will Falcon and Red Hulk Play in Cap 4?
By Captain America: Brave New World’s point in the MCU timeline, President Ritson’s (Dermot Mulroney from 2023’s Secret Invasion) time in the White House has concluded. His replacement is the newly-elected Thaddeus Ross.
Now, Ross will be a very familiar character to devotees, but maybe not a familiar face. Harrison Ford will take over the role of Ross from the late William Hurt, who originated the part in The Incredible Hulk.
It’s unknown what gets Ross from Point A. Normal human man to Point B. giant, red ball of rage, but at some point in Brave New World, President Ross will indeed transform into the Red Hulk.
Falcon’s role in the upcoming film is starting to take shape, and it seems much clearer now. Joaquin Torres, a character familiar to fans, will officially step into the role of the high-flying hero, Falcon. This happens because the codename has been vacated, leaving an opening for Torres to take up the mantle. Those who watched The Falcon and the Winter Soldier on Disney+ may recall a key moment in the series when Sam Wilson, the original Falcon who later became Captain America, passed on his old set of mechanical wings to Torres. This gesture was a symbolic and emotional moment, hinting at Torres’ future as the next Falcon.
By inheriting these wings, Torres is not just taking on new technology but also the responsibility that comes with the Falcon identity. The passing of the wings marked a turning point for the character, and fans have been eager to see how Torres would rise to the challenge. Now, with his role in the new film confirmed, it looks like the next chapter for Falcon is ready to unfold. His journey from sidekick to full-fledged hero shows the evolution of his character, and it’s exciting to think about how he will fit into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe in the years to come.
The marketing for Cap 4 appears to show Joaquin working alongside Sam as his partner and wingman. A trailer shows the two flying side-by-side in what is sure to be an exciting action sequence.
It’s not currently known if Torres or Ross will have any sort of future in the MCU.
Red Hulk might appear to be a one-off character in the upcoming film, but there’s a wealth of story potential for him that could be explored in future Marvel projects. The narrative surrounding Thaddeus Ross, who ultimately transforms into the very being he spent years trying to hunt down—a Hulk—is rich with possibilities. His complex arc could be further developed, offering new layers to his character and creating exciting scenarios for future appearances in the MCU.
Additionally, Joaquin Torres, who has now assumed the mantle of Falcon, could seamlessly fit into either of the two highly anticipated Avengers sequels. With his new role and abilities, there’s plenty of room for Torres to play a significant part in the larger Avengers storyline, even if this hasn’t been officially confirmed yet. His involvement would certainly add depth to his character and bring more excitement to the evolving MCU.
Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World arrives in theaters on February 14, 2025.