However, Captain America: The Winter Soldier is a different story entirely.
The new domestic blockbuster is also off to a sizzling start abroad, hitting $207 million in just 10 days and grossing an incredible $39 million in China in less than two weeks. This places it well above the performance of Iron Man 3, a well-established Marvel ****** with a hugely charismatic lead.
So, what caused the sudden surge of international interest in Captain America?