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Captain America

Captain America is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby who first appeared in *Captain America Comics* #1 in 1940.

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Captain America is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. The character is best known as Steve Rogers, a World War II super-soldier and a founding member of the Avengers.

Origins and publication history

Captain America first appeared in *Captain America Comics* #1 in 1940, published by Timely Publications (predecessor to Marvel Comics). Created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, the character was an instant hit and became one of Marvel's most enduring heroes.

Who is Steve Rogers?

Steve Rogers is the alter ego of Captain America, originally a frail young man from Brooklyn who volunteered for the Super-Soldier program during World War II. The serum enhanced his strength, speed, and endurance, turning him into a peak human and symbol of American ideals.

Captain America on screen

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Evans portrayed Steve Rogers/Captain America across multiple films, starting with *Captain America: The First Avenger* (2011). The mantle later passed to Sam Wilson, who becomes the new Captain America in later MCU stories.

In short

  • First appeared in *Captain America Comics* #1 in 1940
  • Alter ego is Steve Rogers, a World War II super-soldier
  • Enhanced by the Super-Soldier serum
  • Portrayed by Chris Evans in the MCU; Sam Wilson later takes up the mantle
Canadian angle

Canadian readers may know Captain America mainly through Marvel comics, theatrical releases, and Disney+ availability in Canada; the character is also a frequent reference point in North American pop culture.

Quick questions

Who is Captain America?
Captain America is a Marvel Comics superhero, most famously portrayed as Steve Rogers, a World War II-era super-soldier and one of the Avengers' central heroes.
What is Captain America's real name?
Captain America's best-known real name is **Steve Rogers**; some sources give the fuller name **Steven Grant Rogers**.
Captain America movies in order
The main MCU Captain America films are *Captain America: The First Avenger* (2011), *Captain America: The Winter Soldier* (2014), *Captain America: Civil War* (2016), and *Captain America: Brave New World* (2025).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_America
    Supports: First appearance, creators, civilian identity, and publication history
  2. Marvel — https://www.marvel.com/characters/captain-america-steve-rogers
    Supports: Character overview and Steve Rogers identity
  3. Marvel — https://www.marvel.com/characters/captain-america-steve-rogers/in-comics
    Supports: Steve Rogers backstory and Super-Soldier serum
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Evans_(actor)
    Supports: Chris Evans portrayal of Captain America in the MCU
  5. Marvel Cinematic Universe Fandom — https://www.marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Captain_America
    Supports: Sam Wilson taking up the Captain America mantle and MCU film role
  6. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_America_(Ultimate_Marvel_character)
    Supports: Alternative Marvel character version and broader canon context