To your left! It’s hard to believe, but it’s already been five years since Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers bid farewell to the MCU in Avengers: Endgame, passing his iconic vibranium shield to Anthony Mackie’s Sam ‘The Falcon’ Wilson. Fast forward three years, and Sam has officially taken on the mantle of Captain America, following the conclusion of Disney+’s The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. Now, Mackie is stepping into the spotlight as the lead in Julius Onah’s Captain America: Brave New World, marking his transition from supporting player to headline hero.

In this latest installment, Sam Wilson will face a slew of challenges, including old enemies, new threats, and a web of governmental intrigue that reaches the highest levels of power. Adding to the mix is Harrison Ford’s Red Hulk, who promises to bring even more intensity to the film. With so much at stake, there’s no room for error as Sam takes on his most demanding role yet.

This month’s issue of Empire offers an exclusive look into the making of the fourth Captain America film. We sit down with stars Mackie and Ford to discuss their roles in shaping the MCU’s future, as well as co-stars Xosha Roquemore and Danny Ramirez, producer Nate Moore, and director Julius Onah, who share insights into the unique hurdles and opportunities of crafting a grounded political thriller with a larger-than-life central figure.

Additionally, we hear from Tim Blake Nelson, who reprises his role as The Leader, discussing his return to the Marvel universe and the challenges of revisiting a lesser-known character. The issue also features a wealth of never-before-seen images from the film, giving fans a sneak peek at what’s to come.

The newsstand cover showcases Anthony Mackie as Captain America, with Harrison Ford’s Red Hulk looming ominously in the background. Meanwhile, the subscriber-exclusive cover, illustrated by Kingsley Nebechi, presents a dramatic face-off between Sam Wilson and Red Hulk against a patriotic red, white, and blue backdrop.

For those craving more cinematic content, this month’s issue is packed with highlights, including a 2024 retrospective, conversations with Denis Villeneuve, Coralie Fargeat, and George Miller, and an in-depth look at Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx’s reunion in Back In Action. Plus, there’s a career-spanning interview with Willem Dafoe and the first details on Wicked Part 2 from director Jon M. Chu.

Don’t miss out on this Hulking new issue, available on newsstands from Thursday, December 19th. Pre-order your copy online now, and catch Captain America: Brave New World in cinemas on February 14th.

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