Falcon & The Winter Soldier: 10 Biggest Takeaways From Episode Two

10. Maybe John Walker Doesn't Deserve The Hate

At the end of episode one, though Sam Wilson donated the shield to the Smithsonian Museum, the MCU introduced its new Captain America. Thanks to the circumstances in which he was given the shield, who he was essentially replacing, and the betrayal of Sam Wilson, John Walker was immediately despised by the entire MCU fan base.

Episode two gave the character a little more background, however. He is the only man in American history to have received three medals of honour, he worked in counter terrorism and hostage rescue, his physical abilities are off the charts despite the distinct lack of any enhancement, and he is surprisingly good with the shield.

Fans may never warm to him as Captain America, but it's possible that he is genuinely just trying to be the best Cap he can be. After all, he is a war hero, and surely he would have to be crazy to turn down the offer to take on the mantle.

On the other hand however, John Walker may ultimately earn even more hatred from fans, as there was certainly a darker side to him teased as he warned Sam and Bucky to stay out of his way.