Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Heroes collide in Marvel's most politically charged blockbuster, where loyalty, ideology, and friendship are pushed to their breaking point.

Captain America: Civil War - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Captain America: Civil War
  • Release Year: 2016
  • Directed by: Joe Russo, Anthony Russo
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Adventure, Action, Sci-Fi
  • Age Rating (US): PG-13
  • Runtime: 2h 27m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: Romanian, English, German, Russian
  • Release Date (Theatrical): April 27, 2016 (Belgium - 14), May 6, 2016 (United States - PG-13), May 6, 2016 (Canada - PG), April 29, 2016 (United Kingdom - 12A), April 28, 2016 (Germany - 12), April 27, 2016 (France - 12), May 6, 2016 (India - UA), April 29, 2016 (New Zealand - M), April 28, 2016 (Australia - M), May 5, 2016 (Brazil - 12), April 28, 2016 (Mexico - B), May 4, 2016 (Italy - T), April 29, 2016 (Spain - 12), April 27, 2016 (South Korea - 12), May 6, 2016 (China)
  • Alternative Titles: Captain America 3 (US), Birinchi qasoskor 3 (UZ), Kaptan Amerika: İç Savaş (TR), Капитан Америка: гражданская война (RU), 美国队长3:内战 (CN), Capitaine America: La Guerre Civile (FR), Captain America 3: Nội Chiến Siêu Anh Hùng (VN), 찰틱으 아메리카 시비리 워 (KR)
  • Production Companies: Marvel Studios
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Captain America: Civil War - Plot

Following the events of Age of Ultron, the collective governments of the world pass an act designed to regulate all superhuman activity. This polarizes opinion amongst the Avengers, causing two factions to side with Iron Man or Captain America, which causes an epic battle between former allies.

Captain America: Civil War - Trailer

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United we stand. Divided we fall.

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Captain America: Civil War - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Joe Russo
  • Anthony Russo

Main Cast

  • Chris Evans
  • Robert Downey Jr.
  • Scarlett Johansson
  • Sebastian Stan
  • Anthony Mackie
  • Don Cheadle
  • Jeremy Renner
  • Chadwick Boseman
  • Paul Bettany
  • Elizabeth Olsen

Writers

  • Christopher Markus
  • Stephen McFeely

Producers

  • Kevin Feige

Captain America: Civil War - FAQs

Is there a post-credits scene in Civil War?

Yes, Captain America: Civil War features two post-credits scenes. A mid-credits scene shows Bucky Barnes going into cryo-sleep in Wakanda under T'Challa's protection. A second end-credits scene introduces Peter Parker back in Queens, teasing his new Spider-Man suit from Tony Stark.

Who are the main actors in Captain America: Civil War?

The film stars Chris Evans as Captain America, Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow, Sebastian Stan as the Winter Soldier, Anthony Mackie as Falcon, Don Cheadle as War Machine, Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther, and Tom Holland as Spider-Man.

Where can I stream Captain America: Civil War?

Captain America: Civil War is available to stream on Disney+. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region, so check JustWatch for current options in your area.

Is Captain America: Civil War based on a comic?

Yes, the film is loosely inspired by the Marvel Comics storyline "Civil War" (2006–2007) by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven. The comic featured a much larger cast of heroes divided over the Superhero Registration Act, though the film adapts the core ideological conflict for the MCU's established characters.

What is Captain America: Civil War about?

Following the events of Avengers: Age of Ultron, world governments push to regulate superhero activity through the Sokovia Accords. This fractures the Avengers into two camps — Iron Man supporting oversight and Captain America opposing it — leading to an explosive clash between former teammates.

What is the age rating for Captain America: Civil War?

Captain America: Civil War is rated PG-13 in the United States, meaning it may be unsuitable for children under 13 without parental guidance. The film contains intense sequences of action and violence, brief language, and thematic complexity. Other territories assigned ratings such as 12A (UK) and 12 (Germany, France, Australia).

Who directed Captain America: Civil War?

Captain America: Civil War was directed by Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, the sibling filmmaking duo known as the Russo Brothers. They previously helmed Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) and went on to direct Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019).

How long is Captain America: Civil War?

Captain America: Civil War has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes). Despite its length, the film is widely praised for its pacing, balancing large-scale action sequences — including the iconic airport battle — with character-driven drama and emotional stakes.

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