Anthony Mackie has shared the unexpected way he learnt about taking over Captain America’s role from Chris Evans.
In Friday's upcoming episode of The Graham Norton Show, the 46-year-old actor revealed how he was chosen to play Captain America in the fourth film of the series, titled Captain America: Brave New World.
Mickie,known for his role as Sam Wilson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, quipped, “I was at Chris Evans's house for a party, and he said, ‘I am so happy for you, it's really great.’”
He added, “When I said I had no idea what he was talking about, he ran out of the room and got the script page and gave me the scene. He was like a proud dad!”
“I said, ‘This can't be real,’ and we both hugged and jumped up and down. We were both so excited,” the Elevation star explained.
Notably, the 43-year-old Evans had ended his multi-million dollar Marvel contract in 2019.
For the unversed, Anthony Mackie, as Captain America, will star with the 82-year-old Harrison Ford in the forthcoming movie.
It is essential to mention that the film Captain America: Brave New World, which is the 35th entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will be released on February 14, 2025.