Disney is optimistic that Marvel’s “Captain America: Brave New World” will garner significant awards recognition as it prepares for the upcoming Academy Awards. Released in February in the United States, this latest installment in the Captain America saga is directed by Julius Onah and features Anthony Mackie stepping into the role of Sam Wilson/Captain America. The film also stars Harrison Ford as Thaddeus Ross/Red Hulk.
On Disney’s For Your Consideration page, the studio announced its ambitions for the Oscars, most notably campaigning for Best Picture. Should this award be won, it would be awarded to producers Kevin Feige and Nate Moore. The film is positioning itself for a slew of other prestigious awards as well, including Best Director for Onah, Best Actor for Mackie, and multiple nominations for Best Supporting Actor, among others. Notable supporting performances include those by Danny Ramirez, Carl Lumbly, Giancarlo Esposito, Tim Blake Nelson, and Ford. Additionally, Shira Haas, Xosha Roquemore, and Liv Tyler are being considered for Best Supporting Actress.
Other categories where “Captain America 4” is seeking recognition include Best Film Editing, Best Makeup & Hairstyling, Best Original Score, Best Production Design, Best Sound, and Best Visual Effects. The nominations are set to be announced on January 22, 2026, with the awards ceremony scheduled for March 15, 2026.
While the film has faced mixed critical reviews, holding a 46 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, it has resonated more positively with audiences, achieving a 76 percent on the Popcornmeter. Financially, “Captain America: Brave New World” has performed well, grossing around $415.1 million worldwide.
The film features a cast that includes Ramirez as Joaquin Torres/Falcon, Lumbly as Isaiah Bradley, Esposito as Seth Voelker/Sidewinder, Nelson as Samuel Sterns, Haas as Ruth Bat-Seraph, Roquemore as Leila Taylor, and Tyler as Betty Ross. For fans eager to catch up on the action, “Captain America: Brave New World” is currently available for streaming on Disney+.
Disney’s efforts to position this film for awards recognition highlight the studio’s commitment to its Marvel franchise and the continued relevance of superhero narratives in contemporary cinema.