How Captain Marvel’s mention in Avengers: Infinity War may set the tone for superhero leadership in the sequel
Although Captain Marvel didn’t appear in person in Infinity War, the post-credit scene dropped some hints about what we might expect in the follow-up. The deep-space heroine also has her own film coming out in March 2019
It turns out Captain Marvel was in Avengers: Infinity War – just not in the way some fans thought she was.
In a post-credit scene that sees Nick Fury and Maria Hill fall victim to Thanos’ plan to wipe out half of existence, Fury quickly assesses that a universe altering event is taking place. (The fact that he begins to evaporate is a big clue.) Before Fury is reduced to dust, he is able to send out a signal on a small device. As he fades to nothing, the device falls to the ground, revealing the symbol of Captain Marvel/Carol Danvers.
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The moment was the only glimmer of hope in a stunning conclusion that left many fans speechless.
It also set the tone for who could lead the Marvel Cinematic Universe heroes left to fight Thanos in next year’s sequel. (Could it be a joint leadership effort between Captain America and Captain Marvel? That could work, especially if Steve Rogers and Iron Man still aren’t getting along.)
Captain Marvel, one of Marvel Comics’ top heroines and the first to get her own film franchise, also happens to be one of the most powerful beings in the MCU.