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The new will premiere just after WandaVision and will take place after the events of Avengers: .
Here’s everything you need to know about the new + exclusive.
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The Falcon and the
What is the plot of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
The Falcon and the will take place shortly after the events of ‘s Avengers: . The show will continue the ‘ ‘ and adopt a similar tone and storyline to : The and .
The + exclusive follows The / Barnes as he teams up with Falcon / Sam Wilson in a . Falcon and the had an enjoyable love-hate relationship in : and the trailers seem to keep that playful vibe going.
Who is the villain in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Notably, the will feature the return of as the major antagonist. Zemo was the main foe in , so both Sam and are certainly acquainted with him. Zemo’s plan isn’t apparent yet, but he seems set on completing his work from and eliminating superpowered individuals as vengeance for the death of his family. Zemo also now dons his accurate purple mask.
However, and Sam will also go up against an anti-patriotism group known as the Flag Smashers. Furthermore, they have to contend with John Walker, otherwise known as the US Agent. This military man is a Government created replacement for Steve Rogers that will surely make life hard for Sam and .
What characters are a part of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
However, the pair will also be aided by former SHIELD agent and star Sharon Carter / Agent 13, making her + debut.
It is thought that the will focus heavily on Sam Wilson’s journey to accepting the mantle of . As you might recall, long after Sam and Steve Rogers finished battling Zemo, the hero bestowed the title upon his friend after returning from the past during the events of Avengers: . This is a big deal for the as it marks the first time that a Black has ever been seen on screen.
The includes several Studios alumni as well as new additions such as . However, the biggest addition is Karli Morgenthau (Erin Kellyman), otherwise known as the Flag Smasher, or rather, the leader of the Flag Smashers.Â
Obviously, this takes place in the and will likely feature more than a handful of references to other properties, including past Avengers movies, and perhaps even the new young : Miss .
Meet the cast of The Falcon and the
Which Marvel characters will return in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Many memorable alumni will return in the new .
The + will also add another veteran to the . James Rhodes / War Machine has been confirmed to appear alongside and Sam. Don Cheadle has taken part in the and his appearance is sure to make every comic fan squeal with excitement. This one caught Marvel fans off guard and was a major surprise, even to those who understand the psychology of fandom. However, James Rhodes’ appearance makes sense as the Government will likely play a major role in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Additionally, Emily VanCamp will reprise her role as Agent 13 / Sharon Carter. VanCamp was a major member in both The and , but it’s been about five years since we’ve seen her. She reappears as a fugitive on the run, living in the city of Madripoor, a fictional island off of Singapore.Â
Baron Zemo will also play a major role in the series, though so far he doesn’t appear to be the primary antagonist. Furthermore, we were surprised to see the appearance of the Dora Milaje from Wakanda! Hopefully, this opens up the potential for more returning characters from Black Panther such as Shuri (Letitia Wright).
Who does Sebastian Stan play in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Sebastian Stan will once again play Bucky Barnes / The Winter Soldier. famously portrayed the in the first  to turn up in the sequel as the villainous .
He finally returned to his senses and became again in . was then part of the ensemble of both Avengers: Infinity War and .
Who does Anthony Mackie play in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Of course, the other lead is Sam Wilson, who Anthony Mackie will once again play. The marks the first time Mackie and are both the lead members instead of the supporting .
But what good are heroes without a good ? Daniel Brühl will reprise his role as . Many figured that after he finished that’d be the last we’d see of Brühl. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a bit of a history with killing off its villains or otherwise forgetting about them, and it seemed this was the case with Zemo. Fortunately, that isn’t the case, as is back as the show’s main antagonist.
However, Zemo will also be joined by some new faces. Wyatt Russell will join his father Kurt in the as John Walker / US Agent. (Kurt played Ego in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2). Additionally, newcomer Erin Kellyman will portray Karli Morgenthau, a member of the evil flag smashers.
Other confirmed members without specified roles include , Desmond Chiam, and Miki Ishikawa. Many of these announcements were revealed at the Falcon and the panel at the D23 event hosted by Kevin Feige.
When will the release?
What day is The Falcon and the Winter Soldier coming out?
The Falcon and the is part of a major new focus for . The was originally set to be the first Studios to be released on +.
It was originally due to launch in August 2020 but had to be put on hold due to the ongoing pandemic. Since then, have been eagerly awaiting any news on when the will premiere. The Superbowl only got fans more hyped for more Falcon and action.
Which streaming service will have The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
We now know that the will premiere on March 19, 2021. As mentioned, it’s a + exclusive, so without an active + subscription, you won’t be able to watch it! Netflix and Amazon Prime users will not be able to stream the series.
The will follow another tv show: ‘s WandaVision. That was originally meant to air after The Falcon and the , but and decided to swap them around. We’re pleased that we’ll be able to finish one and then crack straight on with the next one!
Where can you watch The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Interestingly, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier was one of many + exclusives to be produced by . has announced a whole bunch of that are hyped for. These include Armor Wars, , and She-Hulk.
As for The Falcon and the , this takes us back to a familiar corner of the with and returning actors like Sebastian and Anthony Mackie. It makes sense that the was meant to premiere first as it follows on from Studios’ biggest project: Avengers .
That film ends with the cliffhanger of Sam Wilson accepting the shield, hinting that he will become the in the + . In fact, it’s thought that season two might even feature a name change to “ and the “, but that remains to be seen. We’ll be sure to update our guide to The Falcon and the Winter Soldier should the series be renamed.
What is the show’s connection to the MCU?
Where does The Falcon and the Winter Soldier take place in the MCU?
The Falcon and the will take place after the events of Avengers: , putting it last in the timeline at present. It is reasonable to assume that it takes place at around the same time as another , WandaVision. However, this is yet to be confirmed.
What order should you watch the MCU tv shows in?
At present, it seems logical that WandaVision takes place before The Falcon and the due to their release schedule. However, this may change when the premieres. We’ll be updating our guide to The Falcon and the Winter Soldier as we learn more about the series’s episodic structure.
Of course, the maintains a heck of a lot of continuity with the existing . Though characters from the like won’t be appearing, will. The was last seen in prison, though now it seems Zemo is back and looking for revenge.
Additionally, the will pick up on the moment in where Steve Rogers hands Sam . This is sure to play a huge part in the way the unfolds, as it’s thought that a major plot point will involve Sam learning to accept himself as the .
Which parts of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier contradict the MCU?
Rumors have also suggested that Robert Downey Jr may make a surprise appearance as Iron Man during the . Of course, the was killed in Avengers: , but that’s never stopped a before. Iron Man famously locked horns with both and Sebastian ‘s Barnes during the events of : . If he truly is coming back, he and have some making up to do.
As with all projects, you can expect a range of references to other media. Don’t be surprised if the name drops an like or refers to the events of other tv shows like WandaVision. It might even make subtle references to theme park rides at Avengers Campus.
guide for The Falcon and the
Take a look at our episode guide to The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Episode one: “New World Order”. This episode reintroduces Sam Wilson, revealing that he’s struggling with personal issues in a post-Endgame world. It also confirms that the Avengers are not paid for their service! Bucky Barnes also reappears, as he struggles with coming to terms with his crimes as The Winter Soldier, in therapy. We also meet the Flag Smashers for the first time, a group who want to return society to the way it was during the Blip. The episode ends with the reveal of John Walker as the new Captain America.
Episode two: “The Star-Spangled Man”. Episode two introduces us formally to John Walker, an Afghanistan veteran with a decent track record. Sam and Bucky team up to investigate the Flag Smashers and clash with Walker and his colleague and friend Lemar Hoskins, otherwise known as Battlestar. The Flag Smashers are revealed to be super soldiers as they beat the bejeezus out of Falcon, The Winter Soldier, and the new Captain America. Barnes also introduces Sam to Isaiah Bradley, a Black super soldier who was imprisoned for thirty years after the Government sought to cover up the programme. The episode ends with the pair deciding they need the help of an old foe: Baron Zemo.
Episode three: “Power Broker”. In the third episode, we visit a new MCU location: Madripoor. Here, the gang team up with Captain America: The Winter Soldier‘s Sharon Carter, niece of Peggy. However, before they can, Bucky and Sam break Zemo out of prison by starting a prison riot. The gang find out that the Flag Smashers hired a former HYDRA scientist to recreate the perfect super soldier serum, improving of Erskine’s formula. He’s soon unceremoniously killed off by Zemo and the episode ends with the return of Black Panther‘s Dora Milaje.
Episode four: “The Whole World is Watching”. The fourth episode begins with Ayo of the Dora Milaje giving Bucky eight hours before they come for Zemo (as repentance for his murder of king T’Chaka). The gang chase Flag Smashers leader Karli Morganthau to her adoptive mother’s funeral and Sam attempts to reason with her. Everything goes to hell as John Walker intervenes and attempts to rescue her and the Dora Milaje come for Zemo. Walker is shell-shocked to be defeated by three warriors who aren’t even super soldiers. Zemo destroys all but one of the super soldier serum vials as Karli escapes. Walker finds the last vial and takes it off-screen. After his partner Lemar Hoskins (Battlestar) is seemingly killed by a Flag Smasher he erupts into a rage and brutally murders the man using Cap’s shield, as hundreds of onlookers film him.
When will The Falcon and the Winter Soldier start?
March 19, 2021. We know that The Falcon and the will consist of six episodes that are between 40 and 50 minutes long. Unlike , which prides itself on its binge culture, + prefers to release its a week at a time.
As this has been the format for WandaVision and The it is reasonable to assume that The Falcon and the will also be released weekly.
Sam and ‘s is the second from Studios and the first to be overseen by head writer Malcolm Spellman. We can assume that the first will see and Sam re-introduced to Zemo, an iconic .
As the is only six episodes long, we can expect more action and plot developments than we saw in WandaVision, which spanned nine episodes. has compared the to a “buddy “, so we can expect a healthy dose of comedy in there too.
The production has been filmed predominately at Pinewood Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. However, as the takes Sam and across the world, Anthony Mackie and Sebastian have also filmed in The Czech Republic.
What should you watch before watching The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
It would’t hurt to brush up on the past two Captain America films as well as the post-credits scene of Black Panther. Rewatching the past two Avengers movies makes sense too!
Additionally, it has been confirmed that Henry Jackman will score the series. Jackman previously provided the music for both : The and : . His score was widely praised when the films were released, so we’re excited to see what new melodies he brings to The Falcon and the Winter Soldier!
Where can you find recaps of each episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier?
Presumably, as with WandaVision, each episode will start with a recap. However, follow Inside the Magic for recaps, news, theories, and breakdowns of each episode of the series as we’ll be following it closely. This guide to The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is just the beginning of our coverage!
We can’t wait to get out TV guide on and break down each as they are released. The hype for The Falcon and the is real and we are excited to dive into the second !
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