Marvel Redefines Sabra for 'Captain America: Brave New World'
The character's Israeli roots remain, but her backstory and abilities have been significantly altered to fit the MCU's narrative.
- Sabra, played by Shira Haas, will debut in 'Captain America: Brave New World' as a U.S. government agent rather than a Mossad operative as in the comics.
- Producer Nate Moore confirmed that Sabra is no longer a mutant and instead has a backstory tied to the Black Widow program's Red Room mythology.
- The changes were made to better integrate the character into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, not in response to political backlash surrounding her inclusion.
- Sabra's role involves working under President Thaddeus Ross, creating narrative tension with Sam Wilson's Captain America due to differing perspectives on Ross's leadership.
- 'Captain America: Brave New World,' directed by Julius Onah, is set to release in theaters on February 14, 2025.