Anthony Mackie thinks one single role helped him become Sam Wilson in the MCU. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier star talked to Variety about the upcoming series. It turns out the actor thinks that The Hurt Locker was the project that really pushed him into the spotlight for a lot of viewers. Alongside future MCU member Jeremy Renner, Mackie showcased that modern war story that left a big impression on a lot of viewers back in 2009. His Sargent J.T. Sanborn was one of those roles that you never quite forget. The Falcon actor has always been a bit of a chameleon. From Papa Doc to The Adjustment Bureau, there’s no telling where you’ll see him pop up next. However, audiences seem to enjoy Mackie as a military man. The Hurt Locker, his work in the MCU as Sam Wilson, and Outside the Wire all have him flexing those action chops. He’ll be flying and doing stunts on Disney+ in just over a week.
