History Heartwarming / CaptainAmericaCivilWar

* At the end of the film, Steve sends a letter to Tony to apologize about hiding the truth that the Winter Soldier was behind his parents' deaths, admitting the mistake that he did it not because he didn't want to hurt Tony, but because he wanted to protect his own conscience, then tells him that he wishes that everything could've turned out better between them and that he put the rest of the Avengers in his hands, but also notes that [[NoOneGetsLeftBehind he cannot let the other half of them who are imprisoned in the Raft behind (a Heartwarming Moment in itself).]] That same letter comes with a flip phone on which Tony can contact them [[Film/AvengersInfinityWar if he needs them]]. Tony then receives a call from Secretary Ross that the Raft is under assault, but Tony instead puts the call on hold and continues reading the rest of Steve's message, showing that he's still willing to hear him out despite everything that had happened. The scene cuts to Falcon in his cell smiling happily as he sees Steve emerging from the darkness to rescue him and the rest of the imprisoned heroes. What makes that scene extra heartwarming is that Sam was already smiling even before Steve stepped out of the shadows. He already knew that his friend was coming for them. No matter what, no matter where, when his friends needs him, Steve Rogers will get to them.

** Earlier, even though he's basically holding her prisoner, he attempts to cook for Wanda (a dish from her home, no less) to lift her spirits. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvrq28kloQA Their subsequent conversation is awkward but adorably sweet]], and ends with him giving her a declaration that is downright romantic: "I want people to see you...the way I do."
* Tony's response to Giant-Man grabbing Rhodey out of mid-flight? Immediate shouts that the other man needs to give his friend back, right now. Despite the film's focus on Bucky and Steve's friendship, it's important to remember that Tony is just as loyal and protective of his best friend as Steve is.

* According to interviews, Spider-Man develops a bond with Iron Man in the film (possibly similar to one they had in the comics). Tony even gives him an AffectionateNickname: Underoos. See meta examples for double heartwarming as this seems to be the case with the actors as well.

** On a meta level, it's quite an accomplishment that Civil War actually makes Tony and Steve feel like friends; in both Avengers movies they spend most of their screentime together arguing, so it was a concern going into the movie that their conflict would feel weightless because the majority of their relationship on-screen has been antagonistic anyway. Despite that, these moments go a long way to really show how much they care for each other, even though this is the movie where they do end up fighting after the build up of the Avengers films.

* Meta: Sebastian Stan speaking Romanian. Even though it was filmed in Berlin, the scene is set in Bucharest, Romania - Sebastian's birth country. Given [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSGtRk8YfQ0 his delighted reaction]] when a fan spoke to him in Romanian at the Wizard World convention, he still holds affection for Romania.

** Earlier, even though he's basically holding her prisoner, he attempts to cook for Wanda (a dish from her home, no less) to lift her spirits. Their subsequent conversation is awkward but adorably sweet, and ends with him giving her a declaration that is downright romantic: "I want people to see you...the way I do."

* Stark admitting to Rogers he was wrong for not believing him when he tells him about Zemo framing Bucky and he wants to help him which Rogers happily accepts. Too bad it was short-lived once Zemo revealed the truth about the death of Stark's parents.

* Tiny, and leads to some horrible stuff, but the reveal that Howard and ''not'' Jarvis was driving when the Winter Soldier attacked. While it's still horrible how Howard died, a lot of people thought that Jarvis was driving at the same time, and was not reported as he was "just a servant." Now it's more likely that he and Anna died of old age, thankfully.

--->'''Tony:''' We've got a squad of JSOC guys with no qualms about being impolite. ... [whispering]come on[/w].

-->'''Tony''': I can think of worse ways to protect people.
-->'''Steve''': ''[outraged] Protection?!'' [[WhatTheHellHero This is what you call it?! Protection?! It's internment!]]
-->'''Tony''': ''[defensive]'' She's not a U.S. citizen and [[IDidWhatIHadToDo they don't grant visas to weapons of mass destruction!]]
-->'''Steve''': ''[furious]'' [[NoSell Oh give me a break!]] [[SuddenlyShouting SHE'S A KID]]!

-->''' Falcon:''' Look, I'll tell you. But you have to go alone, and as a friend.\\

-->'''Captain America:''' It wasn't him, Tony. HYDRA had control of his mind!

* Tony discussing where Banner would be if he were involved in the Civil War. He gives Natasha a knowing look and says he'd obviously be on their side. But Natasha ''knows'' Bruce, and gives Tony an equally knowing look right back and says he'd be on the other side.

* During the airport fight, Iron Man warns Spider-Man against fighting and proposes that he keep his distance and web the opposing side up. After being accidentally hit by a falling Giant-Man's hand, Spider-Man is sent spiraling into a pack of boxes. Iron Man stops his pursuit of Cap and Bucky to send Spidey home, even as he tries to further prove his usefulness. Good to see Tony hold himself accountable for bringing a KidHero into the fray, even if Spidey ends up being a [[EleventhHourRanger big help for the Pro-Accords side]]. There's an added layer to Tony's actions there. Miriam Spencer's words blaming him for her son Charlie's death in Sokovia were probably still fresh in his mind, and here's Peter Parker, younger and equally if not more brilliant, recruited by Tony, and drafted into a titanic battle of heroes he's never met. So when he takes that hit, Tony MUST have thought in those immediate seconds, "OH GOD, NOT ANOTHER ONE." The way Tony tells Peter Parker he's taking him home feels like a concerned father or uncle. I find that really heartwarming.