Anthony Mackie hints at a bigger future for Captain America in the MCU

Anthony Mackie wants two more Captain America films, saying Sam Wilson deserves a complete story arc in the MCU

Anthony Mackie has expressed interest in returning for two more solo Captain America films, saying Sam Wilson deserves a longer story arc in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

The actor discussed the possibility during an appearance alongside co-star Jamie Dornan at a panel for their upcoming series 12 12 12. Speaking with Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Mackie said he believed every Marvel character deserved multiple solo films.

“I think every character deserves a second film. I think with Cap, well, it’s been proven, every character deserves three films,” he said, adding that he would welcome the opportunity to make two more movies to complete Sam Wilson's journey.

Mackie made his MCU debut as Sam Wilson, also known as Falcon, in 2014's Captain America: The Winter Soldier. He later appeared in several Marvel films, including Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Endgame.

Steve Rogers passed the Captain America shield to Sam at the end of Endgame, a transition explored further in the 2021 Disney+ series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Mackie subsequently led his first solo film as the superhero in 2025's Captain America: Brave New World.

The actor is set to reprise the role in Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 18, 2026. According to Empire, Sam will lead a team featuring Joaquin Torres, Scott Lang, Shang-Chi and Thor.

Mackie's comments suggest he remains interested in continuing as Captain America beyond the upcoming Avengers film. However, Marvel Studios has not officially announced a second Sam Wilson solo movie or confirmed plans for a new trilogy.