Captain America: Brave New World has caused a stir among Marvel fans with the unexpected cameo of Bucky Barnes, portrayed by Sebastian Stan. The film, currently in theaters, marks Anthony Mackie’s first solo outing as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America. However, it is Bucky’s brief appearance that has sparked significant debate within the Marvel community.
In the movie, Bucky is revealed to be running for Congress, a career choice that has left some fans scratching their heads. The character, once brainwashed by Hydra and responsible for numerous atrocities—including the deaths of Tony Stark’s parents—has made strides in seeking redemption. However, his new political role in Brave New World has divided opinions.
On Reddit, fans have expressed both confusion and approval over Bucky’s unexpected career change. Some question the logic behind the cameo, with one fan writing, “The public and government would actually trust someone who was a Hydra assassin for 50 years and killed very important American VIPs?” They expressed concern about the character being placed in a government position, given his troubled past and the risk of being triggered again.
Others shared similar frustrations, with one viewer remarking, “I have no idea why they needed to give Bucky a cameo,” while noting that they would have preferred other Marvel heroes to appear, such as Bruce Banner, instead.
On the flip side, there are fans who appreciated the inclusion of Bucky, particularly for the chemistry between him and Sam Wilson. One user commented, “Bucky Barnes’ visit to the hospital was nicely done. Since Bucky, Sam, and Joaquin worked together in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, it made sense.” Another fan praised the cameo, stating, “The Bucky cameo was great. I really love Sam and Bucky’s chemistry. That 5-minute scene just shows it.”
Despite the divided opinions, the Bucky Barnes cameo has certainly added a new layer of intrigue to the film, leaving fans eagerly discussing his unexpected appearance and its potential implications for the future of the MCU.
