Brave New Worldnot only makes Sam Wilson the undebatable new Captain America, but it also sets up the long-awaited return of the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Separated after the Superhero Civil War nearly a decade ago,

In another version of Brave New World, Sam would've become more directly connected to the looming MCU crisis. The post-credits scene of Captain America: Brave New World sure is…something, huh. Chances are you already know what it is, but if not, both it and what it could’ve been will be spoiled here.

The reality of “Brave New World” is that it’s a setup film, which is a thankless task. It’s meant to build to the reassembly of the Avengers and the subsequent release of “Avengers: Doomsday” in 2026. In the interim, Marvel Studios will release films and series setting up their return.