THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER: Read Sam Wilson's Incredible Speech From Today's Season Finale

THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER: Read Sam Wilson's Incredible Speech From Today's Season Finale

Today's episode of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier served as a bold step forward for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and we thought you'd like to read, and be inspired by, Sam Wilson's speech in full...

By JoshWilding - Apr 23, 2021 08:04 AM EST

As expected, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier ended its first season with Sam Wilson becoming Captain America. Now, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has a Black man wielding that iconic shield, a bold step forward for this shared world that promises to be a game-changer for Phase 4 and beyond. 

After the Flag-Smashers are defeated, Sam meets with the members of the GRC and is thanked for his role in stopping Karli Morgenthau and her group of "terrorists," the Flag Smashers. 

"You have to stop calling them terrorists," Cap responds. "Your peacekeeping troops carrying weapons are forcing millions of people into settlements around the world, right? What do you think those people are going to call you? These labels...terrorist, refugee, thug. They're often used to get around the question, 'Why?'"

When it's pointed out that Sam has no idea how complicated the situation is, he responds: "You know what, you're right. And that's a good thing. We finally have a common struggle now. Think about that. For once, all the people who've been begging, and I mean literally begging for you to feel how hard any given day is, now you know. How did it feel to be helpless? If you can remember what it felt like to be helpless and face a force so powerful it could erase half the planet, you would know that you're about to have the exact same impact. This isn't about easy decisions, Senator."

When the Senator reiterates that Sam doesn't understand, it's then the hero really strikes a chord.

"I'm a Black man carrying the stars and stripes. What don't I understand? Every time I pick this thing up, I know there are millions of people out there who are going to hate me for it. Even now, here, I feel it. The stares, the judgement, and there's nothing I can do to change it, yet I'm still here. No super serum, no blonde hair or blue eyes. The only power I have is that I believe we can do better. We can't demand that people step up if we don't meet them halfway. You control the banks. Shit, you can move borders. You can knock down a forest with an email; you can move a million people with a phonecall. The question is, who's in the room with you when you're making those decisions? Is it the people you're going to impact? Or is it just more people like you?

"I mean, this girl died trying to stop you and no one has stopped for one second to ask, 'Why?' You've gotta do better, Senator. You've got to step up. Because if you don't, the next Karli will and you don't want to see 2.0. People believed in her cause so much that they helped her defy the strongest governments in the world. Why do you think that is? Look, you people have just as much power as an insane God or a misguided teenager. The question you have to ask yourself is, 'How are you going to use it?'"

We think it's fair to say the shield is in good hands with Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson/Captain America.

If you've not watched the finale of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier yet, we strongly recommend watching this speech as the atcor's delivery is absolutely phenomenal. 

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KWilly
KWilly - 4/23/2021, 8:34 AM
It was a bit long and overdone, but I felt the show earned something like that.
Spidey91
Spidey91 - 4/23/2021, 8:45 AM
@KWilly - it needed to be said.
KWilly
KWilly - 4/23/2021, 8:51 AM
@Spidey91 - Most definitely. One of the deepest moments the MCU has ever had.
Conquistador
Conquistador - 4/23/2021, 8:55 AM
@KWilly - Yeah a few seconds too long, but agreed that it was needed. Here here!

I hope he gets his own movie.
KWilly
KWilly - 4/23/2021, 9:08 AM
@Jaykay21 - I don't even need a movie. I just need a S2. 6 more episodes can tell a story more fleshed out, than a 2 hour movie.
elcapitan
elcapitan - 4/23/2021, 9:15 AM
@KWilly - this feels far more earned than Scarlet Witch's ending!
Conquistador
Conquistador - 4/23/2021, 9:57 AM
@KWilly - well if there's a season 2 it won't be Sam Wilson's falcon..if he's now Captain America. Also I get the feeling Bucky's no longer going by his moniker.

But yeah a second season with those characters would be nice.. but I'm still not used to digesting the Marvel stuff on a weekly basis.
MG0019
MG0019 - 4/23/2021, 10:52 AM
@elcapitan - I believe SW’s ending was drastically changed by Covid. Listening to interviews with the director, looks like a lot of stuff was removed. Monica & the kids were supposed to take on Fietro, & a demonic Mr Scratchy. He mentioned Covid delays. Wouldn’t surprise me if it comes out the final episode had to make a lot of sacrifices to hit the deadline
thewanderer
thewanderer - 4/23/2021, 12:49 PM
@KWilly - I didn’t find it too long at all.
SonOfAGif
SonOfAGif - 4/23/2021, 8:35 AM
I still feel that if characters sympathized with Karli, they also need to sympathize with Ultron. Both were extreme on what they wanted to accomplish but both wanted to eliminate the bad people of the world and rebuild one with a One world and One people concept.
DoubleD
DoubleD - 4/23/2021, 8:37 AM
Great speech by the NEW Captain America.

MaddAddaM
MaddAddaM - 4/23/2021, 8:39 AM
There were some waterworks in my household.
clornelas
clornelas - 4/23/2021, 8:40 AM
It was a bit long and repetitive, but given current events, not a surprise. Still a good message.
Was anyone else hoping for Sam doing one of these at the end?
RageDriver2401
RageDriver2401 - 4/23/2021, 8:44 AM
Our new Cap' has arrived!



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