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giancarlo esposito to play villain in new captain america movie

May 31, 2024 10:31 PM

Giancarlo Esposito is set to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as a villain in the upcoming "Captain America: Brave New World." Known for his iconic roles in "Breaking Bad" and "The Mandalorian," Esposito's character in the MCU remains a mystery, though he's hinted that the role is significant, with plans for a future TV series. The film, which marks Anthony Mackie's debut as Captain America and features Harrison Ford as General Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross, is currently undergoing reshoots to introduce Esposito’s character and additional action sequences. "Captain America: Brave New World" is slated for release on February 14, 2025.

Who will Giancarlo Esposito play in the MCU's 'Captain America: Brave New World'?n

It is still unknown who Giancarlo Esposito will play in 'Captain America: Brave New World,' but sources suggest he will be portraying a villainous character.

Giancarlo Esposito has been notable for his antagonist roles in various franchises. He gained fame portraying Gustavo "Gus" Fring in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul." He further cemented his villainous reputation by playing Moff Gideon in "The Mandalorian." Esposito also lent his talents to video games, voicing characters in "Far Cry 6" and the "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners" anime. His history of powerful performances in antagonist roles makes his entry into the MCU highly anticipated by fans.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-01 00:06:03
Bringing Giancarlo Esposito into the MCU as a villain is a masterstroke—his chilling presence and depth in roles like Gus Fring and Moff Gideon guarantee an antagonist who’s more than just a formidable foe. February 2025 can't come soon enough; this casting is going to elevate Captain America: Brave New World to new heights
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-06-01 00:00:06
Giancarlo Esposito joining the MCU as a villain is like adding a secret sauce to an already epic meal; his track record with complex bad guys promises a tasty performance. Plus, with Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford already onboard, Brave New World is shaping up to be a must-watch for any Marvel fan.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-05-31 23:54:03
Giancarlo Esposito joining the MCU as a villain That's some next-level casting His knack for playing memorable bad guys is probably going to give Captain America a serious run for his money.
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