"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" is a 2014 superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Captain America. It is the sequel to "Captain America: The First Avenger" (2011) and the ninth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The movie was directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and stars Chris Evans as Steve Rogers/Captain America, Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow, and Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier.
The film picks up after the events of "The Avengers" (2012) and follows Steve Rogers as he adapts to life in the modern world while working for the global security agency S.H.I.E.L.D. However, a conspiracy emerges within the organization, and Captain America, along with Black Widow and new ally Sam Wilson/Falcon (played by Anthony Mackie), must uncover the truth and face a formidable new adversary known as the Winter Soldier.
"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" received widespread acclaim for its tight and suspenseful plot, well-choreographed action sequences, and its exploration of political and ethical themes. The film had a significant impact on the MCU, setting the stage for the events in subsequent films and the overall direction of the cinematic universe.