Top 10 Sam Wilson Captain America Stories
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Some comic book fans and casual readers find it controversial that Sam Wilson Captain America exists. The truth is that Sam Wilson, the original Falcon, is just one of a long line of Marvel characters who assumed the title of Captain America. While Steve Roger is the best-known Captain America, the name is a mantle, a title that is not owned by Rogers.
It’s your prerogative if you believe that Steve Rogers is the best and only Captain America. Still, you’re missing out on some great Sam Wilson stories. Here are 10 such stories that you should check out before Captain America 4 premieres in February 2025.
1. Captain America Sam Wilson Vol. 1: Not My Captain America
Sam Wilson first became Captain America in this storyline back in January 2015. In the Marvel Comics of that era, Steve Rogers had the Super Soldier serum removed from his body which resulted in Steve becoming an elderly man. As Steve’s natural age is restored, he chooses Sam Wilson to become Captain America.
However, Sam Wilson loses the trust of S.H.I.E.L.D. and encounters the villainous Serpent Society. Also, a new character becomes the All-New Falcon. This 136-page paperwork collects the first six issues of Sam Wilson Captain America. Get it for $11.30 at Amazon now.
2. Captain America Sam Wilson Vol. 2: Standoff
This 168-page paperback features Sam Wilson Captain America getting adjusted to his role as the Sentinel of Liberty. As Wilson investigates an evil plot emerging in a small town called Pleasant Hill he finds out he needs help. So, Sam Wilson is aided by Steve Rogers and Bucky Barnes as they deal with the threat in Pleasant Hill.
This story collects Captain America Sam Wilson issues #7 and 8, and some tie-in issues. You can get the paperback version of this story for $9.99 at Amazon.
3. Captain America Sam Wilson Vol. 3: Civil War II
This 112-page paperback collects issues #9 through 13. After the events of Vol. 2, Steve Rogers once again assumes the mantle of Captain America. However, Sam Wilson did not give up his shield or title; now the United States has two Captain Americas. (And social media has something to say about it.)
As Sam deals with a crisis he wonders if he is still needed in his role. This comic also ties in with the events of Civil War II. You can get this paperback for $15.95 at Amazon right now.
4. Captain America Sam Wilson Vol.4: #TakeBackThe Shield
This paperback collects issues #14 through 17 of the Sam Wilson series. Political tensions increase in the United States as right-wing protestors and confused Americans begin to wonder why the country needs two Captain Americas. An online cyber-hate campaign is launched demanding that Sam Wilson relinquish the Captain America title.
Sam also has to deal with the Flag Smashers who take advantage of the situation to cause havoc. Get the 136-page paperback at Amazon right now for $6.07.
5. Captain America Sam Wilson #18
The AmeriCops is a right-wing militia self-tasked with policing superheroes they deem not American enough. After the superhero Rage is mistakenly blamed for a crime he didn’t commit, the AmeriCops commit an atrocity upon him that sends shockwaves through the country. Sam Wilson, still being hounded by political protests, starts to reconsider whether he should continue wielding the shield. You can get this issue for $3.99 at Amazon.
6. Captain America Sam Wilson 5: End of the Line
This 112-page paperback collects issues #19 through 22 of this series. In the aftermath of Rage’s arrest and brutal treatment, Sam Wilson starts contemplating whether or not he should continue as Captain America. This volume also ties into the start of the Secret Empire storyline.
Get it now for $13.92 at Amazon.
7. Generations: Sam Wilson & Steve Rogers Captain America #1
This one-shot comic book employs a time-travel device to send Sam Wilson back to WWII and work alongside a young Steve Rogers before the two met. Wilson inspires Rogers and lives out his life in real time becoming an old man and witnessing Rogers become Captain America. You can get this one-shot comic book for $10 at Amazon right now.
8. Captain America Symbol of Truth Vol. 1: Homeland
This paperback collects the first six issues of this series. Sam Wilson is back in action – he and Steve Rogers are back again using the name Captain America. In this series, Sam Wilson and the new Falcon investigate a mystery tied to WWII-era Steve Rogers and Wakanda.
Sam gets into conflict with T’Challa regarding geo-politics. This storyline also features Deadpool and Dr. Doom.
You can get this 160-page paperback for $14.83 at Amazon now.
9. Captain America Symbol of Truth Vol. 2: Pax Mohannda
After the fallout of Sam’s conflict with Wakanda in the previous volume, Sam is tasked with protecting a politician from the African country of Mohannda. The villain White Wolf shows up with a plot involving Sam and Mohannda. After his partner, the New Falcon, is temporarily sidelined, Sam is partnered with Nomad, the son of Steve Rogers.
This 136-page paperback collects issues #6 through 11 of the series. Get it for $7.99 at Amazon now.
10. Falcon and Winter Soldier: Cut Off One Head
The leader of the New Hydra is assassinating government agents. One of them tried to take out Bucky. Bucky then reunites with Sam Wilson, (operating as Falcon before the events of Captain America Symbol of Truth), to find out what is going on. This series was published in the aftermath of the Disney+ show of the same name.
This 112-page paperback collects the first five issues of the series. Get it for $20.85 at Amazon now.
Sam Wilson Captain America
Over 20 characters have assumed the name of Captain America in Marvel Comics since the 1940s. Captain America is not a name owned by Steve Rogers, it is a title that many have assumed. So, if you are a casual reader, you may want to check out the best comics featuring Sam Wilson as Captain America before Captain America: Brave New World debuts in 2025.
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Allen Francis is a full-time writer, prolific comic book investor and author of The Casual’s Guide: Why You Should Get Into Comic Book Investing. Allen holds a BA degree from Marymount Manhattan College. Before becoming a writer Allen was an academic advisor, librarian, and college adjunct for many years. Allen is an advocate of best personal financial practices including saving and investing in your own small business.
