Captain America:Brave New World unexpectedly surpassed its predecessor in one aspect. The new installment of the franchise won over audiences so much that it showed very strong box office results and outperformed Captain America:The First Avenger.
Anthony Mackie's solo film performed well in its first week, earning $100 million domestically, about $35 million more than its predecessor's opening (Captain America:The First Avenger earned $65.1 million in its first week).
Per Movieweb Despite the negative reviews from critics, fans are enjoying Captain America:Brave New World, which has helped the film perform well internationally. It has reached a strong worldwide total of $180.9 million over its three-day opening and $192.4 million over four days.
As mentioned, the critical reviews weren’t positive, with the film receiving a 55% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 251 reviews. In comparison, Chris Evans' Captain America earned an 80% rating from 274 reviews.
The movie's synopsis reveals that Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, becomes entangled in an international crisis and must uncover the motive behind a dangerous global scheme. Alongside Mackie, fans will also see A-list star Harrison Ford, known for his iconic heroic roles.