Captain America: Brave New World Dominates Box Office with $100M Opening Weekend

Marvel Studios has kicked off 2025 with a bang as “Captain America: Brave New World” storms the box office, raking in an estimated $100 million domestically over the Presidents’ Day weekend. The film’s global earnings have already hit $192.4 million, making it the biggest Hollywood release of the year so far.

Starring Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the film follows his journey as the new Captain America in a politically unstable world. The high-stakes action is amplified by Harrison Ford’s portrayal of President Thaddeus Ross, who transforms into the Red Hulk, a development that has thrilled comic book fans.

While critics have given the film mixed reviews, with a 51% Rotten Tomatoes score, audiences are more receptive, scoring it 80% positive and rewarding it with a B- CinemaScore. Many praise Mackie’s performance and the gripping action sequences, though some feel Marvel is still struggling to innovate.

Despite doubts about superhero fatigue, “Brave New World” proves that the MCU remains a dominant force in cinema. With upcoming releases like “Thunderbolts” and “The Fantastic Four”, Marvel is betting big on 2025—and so far, the gamble seems to be paying off.