Marvel Studios has officially revealed promo art showcasing Tim Blake Nelson’s return as The Leader in Captain America 4: Brave New World. This coincides with Harrison Ford’s debut as Thaddeus Ross, who transforms into the Red Hulk, setting the stage for an intense clash of heroes and villains in the MCU’s expanding Phase 5 storyline.
Tim Blake Nelson’s the Leader appears in new Captain America 4 promo art
New promotional art for Captain America: Brave New World showcases Tim Blake Nelson’s return as Samuel Sterns, also known as The Leader, in his first Marvel Cinematic Universe appearance since 2008’s The Incredible Hulk. The art confirms a comics-accurate look for the character, including his green skin and an enlarged cranium. Additional artwork highlights Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson as Captain America and Harrison Ford’s portrayal of Thaddeus Ross, who transforms into the Red Hulk.
This promo art emphasizes the film’s focus on two major villains. The Leader and the Red Hulk, both of whom have connections to earlier MCU storylines. These visuals suggest significant roles for both characters, potentially hinting at connections between them and a broader global conflict.
Nelson commented on his experience filming the movie, revealing reshoots had a significant impact on the final product. He expressed excitement about his character’s design, which involved practical effects created in collaboration with Marvel and a makeup artist team.
In Captain America: Brave New World, Sam Wilson faces an international crisis after meeting President Thaddeus Ross. The film also resolves a plot thread from The Incredible Hulk, reintroducing Sterns’ storyline and Betty Ross, played by Liv Tyler. Julius Onah directs the movie, which releases on February 14, 2025, as part of MCU’s Phase 5.
The art and plot details build anticipation for the film. It explores power struggles and new challenges for Captain America, promising an impactful installment in the franchise.
