The upcoming fourth Captain America movie, titled “Captain America: Brave New World,” is setting new records for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Reports suggest the film’s budget is a staggering $350 million to $375 million, making it one of the most expensive movies ever made. This is significantly higher than any of the last five MCU movies released in theaters.

Anthony Mackie as Captain America

Anthony Mackie will be stepping into the role of Captain America in “Brave New World,” succeeding Chris Evans’ portrayal of Steve Rogers. This movie will also mark the MCU debut of Harrison Ford as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, a character previously played by the late William Hurt. Liv Tyler is also expected to reprise her role as Betty Ross, Thaddeus’ daughter.

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Secrecy Surrounds the Storyline

Plot details for “Captain America: Brave New World” are still under wraps. Marvel Studios is keeping a tight lid on things to avoid spoilers. However, filming began in June 2023 and wrapped up that same year. In an unusual move, extensive reshoots reportedly began in May 2024, which is why the budget has ballooned. These reshoots are said to include three major action sequences.

Reshoots Push Budget to New Heights

According to reports, the reshoots alone for “Captain America: Brave New World” could cost around $100 million. This significant additional cost is a big reason why the film’s budget is so high. There has been speculation that reshoots are often a sign of trouble in production, but so far there’s no official confirmation from Marvel Studios about the reasons behind the reshoots.

More Expensive Than The Marvels

Here’s a breakdown of the production budgets for the last five MCU films, according to The Numbers:

• The Marvels (2023) – $274.8 million (most expensive of the five)
• Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 (2023) – $250 million
• Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) – $200 million
• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) – $250 million
• Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) – $250 million

It’s interesting to note that The Marvels has the highest reported budget at $274.8 million.

Separately, there have been reports from CBR alleging Captain America 4’s budget to be around $220 million, but this is yet to be officially confirmed.

For comparison, the recent MCU movie “The Marvels” reportedly had a budget of $274.8 million, making “Captain America: Brave New World” roughly 36.5% more expensive. It’s important to note that these are just reported figures, and there has not yet been official confirmation from Marvel Studios about the exact budget.

What’s Next for Captain America?

Despite the high budget, expectations are high for “Captain America: Brave New World.” The film is currently scheduled for release in theaters sometime in the first half of 2025. With a new Captain America, a legendary actor joining the cast, and a shrouded storyline, this movie is sure to generate a lot of excitement among Marvel fans. Stay tuned for more updates on “Captain America: Brave New World” as the release date approaches.

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