Marvel Studios just kickstarted 2025 with its first movie sinceDeadpool & WolverinewithCaptain America 4.

But, unfortunately,Sam Wilson’s solo debut opened to mixed reviews from criticsand audiences.

The all-star cast will feature Pedro Pascal as Mr. That said, The Direct predicted theheroes and villains who are most likely to return forAvengers 5.

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Secret Warsought to closely follow whatever cataclysmic cliffhangerDoomsdayleaves behind.

This would push both follow-ups into Phase 7 and the MCU’s next big saga.

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That will be padded with animated projects including August’sEyes of Wakandaand October’sMarvel Zombies.

Captain America: Brave New Worldis playing now in theaters worldwide.

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