Captain America: Brave New World Receives Harsh Reviews, MCU’s Lowest Rotten Tomatoes Score

Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World receives mixed reviews, hitting a low Rotten Tomatoes score. Critics praise performances but criticize the screenplay, marking a sharp decline from previous Captain America films.

Is Captain America: Brave New World the MCU’s Biggest Disappointment?

The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s latest release, Captain America: Brave New World, has not lived up to expectations, receiving mixed to negative reviews from critics. Despite Anthony Mackie’s performance as Sam Wilson and Harrison Ford’s debut as Red Hulk being praised, the movie’s screenplay and direction have drawn criticism.

Rotten Tomatoes Score Drops Below Previous MCU Films

Following its early overseas release, the film currently holds a 51% “rotten” rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average score of 5.6/10 from over 130 reviews. At one point, the rating dropped to 46%, tying with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania as the worst-rated MCU film. On Metacritic, it fared even worse, scoring a record-low 43, indicating “mixed” reviews.

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Comparing to Chris Evans’ Captain America Era

In contrast, Chris Evans’ Captain America trilogy received widespread critical acclaim, with The Winter Soldier and Civil War both achieving 90% ratings. The latest installment’s performance marks a sharp 45% decline from MCU’s golden era.

Box Office Concerns Loom Large

With additional concerns over its box office potential, Brave New World is projected to open below $95 million despite its holiday weekend release. Industry experts predict the MCU may not see a major resurgence until Thunderbolts releases in summer 2025.