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Read the film reference Availability and pricing vary by region.Captain America: Civil WarA movie brief.
2016 / Superhero / Directed by Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Heroes collide in a world of oversight and accountability.
What is Captain America: Civil War about?
The Avengers are divided over international oversight, fracturing into two factions. Steve Rogers leads one side, while Tony Stark leads the other.
Five things to know.
Setup
The film begins with Steve Rogers, Natasha Romanoff, Sam Wilson, and Wanda Maximoff stopping a biological weapon heist in Lagos.
World
The Sokovia Accords aim to establish UN oversight of the Avengers, causing a rift among the team.
Pressure
The UN conference in Vienna is bombed, and security footage points to Bucky Barnes as the culprit.
Craft
The film features a large ensemble cast, including Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., and Scarlett Johansson.
Viewing Note
The film's airport battle sequence was shot using IMAX's digital 2D cameras, providing an immersive experience.
A thought to take with you.
The proposed oversight rules force the Avengers to decide whether accountability should come from governments or from the heroes themselves. Steve and Tony disagree from different experiences, so the conflict is about trust and authority as much as the immediate mission.
Is it your kind of movie?
Choose it for an ensemble MCU story that divides the Avengers and introduces several characters. Earlier Captain America and Avengers films build the conflict.
Sources & scope
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