Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) is still trying adjust to the modern world. He befriends fellow soldier Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) who later becomes Falcon. He goes on a mission to rescue hostages but Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) is more interested in securing intel. He is angry at Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) who is building an armada called Project Insight. Fury uncovers some secrets and is targeted by the mysterious Winter Soldier. He warns Captain America before being killed. Then Captain America is attacked by SHIELD after being questioned by Secretary Alexander Pierce (Robert Redford). Black Widow helps him investigate.

This is a good movie whether it's a Marvel movie or a comic book movie. It's got some political espionage thrills. It takes the Marvel universe into darker territories. It advances the plot to an interesting place. The characters get room to move and grow. The action is great and doesn't overwhelm. It's more human-sized. It's a smart action thriller.