Sam Wilson (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson
Marvel Cinematic Universe character
	Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson / Captain America in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode "One World, One People" (2021)
First appearance	Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
Based on	Falcon; by Stan Lee; Gene Colan;
Adapted by	Christopher Markus; Stephen McFeely
Portrayed by	Anthony Mackie
In-universe information
Aliases	Captain America; Falcon;
Occupation	Avenger; Trauma counselor; U.S. Air Force Pararescue Jumper;
Affiliation	Avengers; United States Air Force; United States Department of Veterans Affairs;
Weapon	Captain America's shield; Custom vibranium flight suit; EXO-7 Falcon flight suit; "Redwing" drone; Various firearms;
Family	Paul Wilson (father); Darlene Wilson (mother); Sarah Wilson (sister);
Relatives	AJ Wilson (nephew); Cass Wilson (nephew);
Origin	Delacroix, Louisiana, United States
Nationality	American

Samuel "Sam" Wilson^[5] is a fictional character portrayed by Anthony Mackie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) media franchise, based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name and known commonly by his original alias, the Falcon. Wilson is initially depicted as a veteran United States Air Force Pararescueman who specializes in the use of an advanced jet pack with articulated wings. A skilled combatant and tactician, Wilson becomes a close friend of Steve Rogers after assisting him during the Hydra uprising, later being recruited by him to join the Avengers.

During the fallout related to the Sokovia Accords, Wilson sides with Rogers and becomes a fugitive as a result. He returns to the fold during the conflict against Thanos, falling victim to the Blip. After being restored to life, he is personally appointed by the now-retired Rogers to become the new Captain America, also receiving from him a specially made version of the iconic shield. However, believing he cannot live up to the mantle, Wilson decides to surrender the shield to the U.S. government, who in turn appoints John Walker as Captain America instead. During the ensuing conflict with Walker and the Flag Smashers, Wilson, with assistance from James Barnes, finally accepts the title and passes on his former mantle as Falcon to Joaquin Torres.

Wilson is a central figure in the MCU, having appeared in six films as of 2023^[update]. He is a primary protagonist of the miniseries The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021).^[6] The character is noted for being the first black Captain America in the MCU,^[7]^[8] and Mackie's portrayal of Wilson has been met with positive reception. He is set to reprise the role as the titular character in the film Captain America: Brave New World (2025).^[9]

^ Singh, Olivia (April 23, 2021). "Sam Wilson finally follows in Captain America's footsteps with his new suit upgrade on 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'". Insider. Archived from the original on April 11, 2023. Retrieved April 24, 2021.
^ Prosser, Keegan (April 28, 2021). "Anthony Mackie Confirms Captain America's Wings Are Made of Vibranium". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved April 30, 2021.
^ "Falcon (Sam Wilson) On Screen Report". Marvel.com. Archived from the original on April 19, 2021. Retrieved March 27, 2021.
^ Breznican, Anthony (August 15, 2015). "Marvel brings Captain America: Civil War to Disney's D23 Expo". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on August 15, 2015. Retrieved August 15, 2015.
^ Musson, Dalan (April 16, 2021). "Truth". The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Season 1. Episode 5. Disney+. Archived from the original on April 24, 2021. Retrieved April 16, 2021.
^ Williams, Trey; Lincoln, Ross A. (April 26, 2019). "'Avengers: Endgame' – Let's Talk About the Future of Captain America and Sam Wilson". The Wrap. Archived from the original on September 24, 2019. Retrieved April 27, 2019.
^ Brown, Triacy (April 22, 2021). "The story behind the MCU's first Black Captain America". Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on April 26, 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2021.
^ Thompson, David (March 29, 2021). "Anthony Mackie Thinks U.S. Is Ready For Black Captain America". The Direct. Archived from the original on April 27, 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2021.
^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 23, 2021). "'Captain America 4' In Development With 'Falcon And The Winter Soldier' EP Malcolm Spellman Writing". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on May 16, 2022. Retrieved April 28, 2021.

[1] Singh, Olivia (April 23, 2021). "Sam Wilson finally follows in Captain America's footsteps with his new suit upgrade on 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier'". Insider. Archived from the original on April 11, 2023. Retrieved April 24, 2021.

[2] Prosser, Keegan (April 28, 2021). "Anthony Mackie Confirms Captain America's Wings Are Made of Vibranium". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved April 30, 2021.

[3] "Falcon (Sam Wilson) On Screen Report". Marvel.com. Archived from the original on April 19, 2021. Retrieved March 27, 2021.

[Breznican-4] Breznican, Anthony (August 15, 2015). "Marvel brings Captain America: Civil War to Disney's D23 Expo". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on August 15, 2015. Retrieved August 15, 2015.

[5] Musson, Dalan (April 16, 2021). "Truth". The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Season 1. Episode 5. Disney+. Archived from the original on April 24, 2021. Retrieved April 16, 2021.

[Wrap-6] Williams, Trey; Lincoln, Ross A. (April 26, 2019). "'Avengers: Endgame' – Let's Talk About the Future of Captain America and Sam Wilson". The Wrap. Archived from the original on September 24, 2019. Retrieved April 27, 2019.

[7] Brown, Triacy (April 22, 2021). "The story behind the MCU's first Black Captain America". Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on April 26, 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2021.

[8] Thompson, David (March 29, 2021). "Anthony Mackie Thinks U.S. Is Ready For Black Captain America". The Direct. Archived from the original on April 27, 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2021.

[9] D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 23, 2021). "'Captain America 4' In Development With 'Falcon And The Winter Soldier' EP Malcolm Spellman Writing". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on May 16, 2022. Retrieved April 28, 2021.

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