The "others" in Captain America can refer to several characters closely associated with or who have taken on the mantle of Captain America or are significant allies and adversaries in his stories. Key figures include:
- Bucky Barnes : Steve Rogers' longtime partner and sidekick, who becomes the Winter Soldier and later assumes the role of Captain America after Steve's apparent death
- Sam Wilson : Also known as the Falcon, he becomes Captain America in the modern era, bringing a contemporary perspective to the role
- John Walker : A government-appointed Captain America who serves as a replacement when Steve Rogers temporarily quits
- Isaiah Bradley : An African-American super-soldier from a secret government experiment during World War II, featured in the "Truth: Red, White & Black" series
- Other temporary Captain Americas : Including Jeffrey Mace, William Burnside, and others who briefly held the title
- Sharon Carter : A S.H.I.E.L.D. agent and ally/romantic interest of Steve Rogers
- Nick Fury : S.H.I.E.L.D. director and frequent collaborator with Captain America
- Red Skull : Captain America's arch-nemesis and a recurring villain
- Captain America Corps : A future group of diverse Captain Americas from different backgrounds and timelines
These characters collectively form the extended "family" and universe around Captain America, contributing to his legacy and stories across comics and films