Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ by Marvel/Disney/Kobal/Shutterstock is just one piece of the vast Marvel Cinematic Universe that has been unfolding since Iron Man debuted in 2008. With over three dozen films and numerous TV series highlighting beloved superheroes and villains, the MCU continues to expand with Phase Six on the horizon. The latest addition to the TV lineup, ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ premieres on Disney+ on March 4, adding another chapter to the ever-growing MCU saga.
For those eager to dive into the multiverse and indulge in a film binge-watch, there are two viewing options: by release date or chronologically. Viewing the movies in release order gradually reveals larger storylines and often includes teasers for future installments. On the other hand, watching them chronologically allows fans to follow the official timeline from World War II in 1942 with ‘Captain America: The First Avenger’ all the way to 2026 with ‘Captain America: Brave New World.’
Whether you choose to watch by release date or chronologically, here is a guide to enjoying all of the Marvel films.
Captain Marvel follows the story of Vers, a soldier from the Kree Empire’s planet Hala, who crash-lands in 1995 Los Angeles after being captured by Skrulls. She soon discovers that she is actually Carol Danvers, a U.S. Air Force pilot presumed dead after a mission years earlier. Teaming up with S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Nick Fury, she uncovers her true past and superpowers.
Iron Man features Tony Stark, a billionaire ambushed and imprisoned in Afghanistan while demonstrating a missile. Using a powered suit of armor, he escapes captivity and works to uncover those behind the attack.
Iron Man 2 sees Tony Stark battling poisoning from his suit while facing pressure to share his technology with the government. As he spirals out of control, his relationships with Pepper Potts and Lt. Col. James Rhodes are strained, leading to conflicts with a vengeful enemy.
In The Incredible Hulk, Bruce Banner seeks a cure for the gamma radiation that transformed him into the Hulk. While in hiding, he confronts a new threat, setting the stage for Mark Ruffalo’s portrayal of the character in subsequent films.
Thor tells the tale of the God of Thunder, banished to Earth after an encounter with Frost Giants. As he adapts to life on Earth, his brother Loki seizes power in Asgard, setting the stage for a family feud.
The Avengers brings together a team of superheroes including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye to combat Loki’s schemes and defend New York City from an alien invasion.
Thor: The Dark World sees Thor facing off against the Dark Elves as they plot to use a powerful weapon to destroy the Nine Realms during an alignment known as the Convergence.
Portals linking them randomly appear. Enjoy Thor: The Dark World on Disney+. Iron Man 3 features Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow. The story follows Tony Stark as he faces the terrorist Mandarin who is behind global bombings. In Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Steve Rogers works with S.H.I.E.L.D. and forms new alliances to uncover a conspiracy. Guardians of the Galaxy follows Peter Quill and his unlikely group of outlaws as they try to stop Ronan the Accuser. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 sees the team facing new challenges and encountering mysterious figures. In Avengers: Age of Ultron, the Avengers face a new threat with the creation of Ultron. Ant-Man tells the story of Scott Lang, a thief turned superhero with the ability to shrink and control ants. Captain America: Civil War shows the divide among the Avengers as they clash over government oversight. Watch these exciting movies on Disney+ today!
Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman) and Spider-Man (Tom Holland) star in Captain America: Civil War, available on Disney+. Discover the powerful story of Black Widow featuring Scarlett Johansson in the lead role. Join Natasha as she teams up with her younger sister Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh) to dismantle the dangerous Red Room assassin program. Stream Black Widow on Disney+ today.
In the epic tale of Black Panther, T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) returns to Wakanda to claim his throne but faces unexpected challenges. Witness the clash of power and tradition in Black Panther, also available on Disney+. Follow Peter Parker’s double life in Spider-Man: Homecoming, as he fights crime as Spider-Man against the advice of Iron Man. Enjoy this thrilling adventure on Disney+.
Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Doctor Strange as he explores alternate dimensions and battles dark forces. Watch Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange on Disney+. Join Thor in his quest to uncover family secrets and prevent the apocalypse in Thor: Ragnarok, available on Disney+. Explore the Quantum Realm in Ant-Man and the Wasp as Scott Lang teams up with Hank Pym and Hope Van Dyne to find a missing loved one. Stream this action-packed movie on Disney+.
Witness the ultimate battle for power in Avengers: Infinity War as Thanos aims to control the universe with the Infinity Stones. Follow the Avengers in their time-traveling mission in Avengers: Endgame, available on Disney+. Join these iconic heroes in their quests on Disney+ today.
Experience the thrilling adventures of your favorite Marvel heroes on top streaming platforms:
– Join Peter Parker in “Spider-Man: Far From Home” as he teams up with the mysterious superhero Mysterio to defeat the Elementals and save the world. Watch on Disney+.
– Dive into the multiverse chaos in “Spider-Man: No Way Home” as Spider-Man faces foes from different dimensions alongside alternate versions of himself. Stream on Amazon Prime Video.
– Witness the epic journey of Shang-Chi in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” as he confronts his past and battles the powerful Ten Rings organization. Available on Disney+.
– Unravel the mysteries of the ancient Eternals as they reunite to protect Earth from a new threat in the movie “Eternals”. Watch on Disney+.
– Prepare for mind-bending adventures in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” as Doctor Strange teams up with new allies to face the corrupted Wanda Maximoff. Stream on Disney+.
– Explore the aftermath of T’Challa’s death in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” as Wakanda navigates challenges and threats to its sovereignty. Available on Disney+.
– Join Thor in “Love and Thunder” as he faces off against Gorr the God Butcher to protect his people and find true peace. Stream on Disney+.
– Get ready for a quantum-sized adventure in “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” as Ant-Man and his team navigate the Quantum Realm to find their way home.
In the latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a new mysterious adversary, Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors), wreaks havoc. Join the adventure by watching “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” on Disney+. Additionally, the Guardians of the Galaxy face turmoil in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” as they unite to save one of their own from a perilous attack. Delve into Rocket’s past as the group races against time to ensure his survival. Catch “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” on Disney+.
In “The Marvels,” Captain Marvel’s powers intertwine with Kamala Khan, a.k.a. Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani), and Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris) as they collaborate to battle Dar-Benn (Zawe Ashton), the new Kree leader. Witness their epic showdown by watching “The Marvels” on Disney+.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” brings back Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) as Deadpool, who is enlisted by the Time Variance Authority to protect the multiverse. Wade teams up with Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) to combat adversaries and fulfill their mission. Dive into their action-packed escapade on Disney+.
In “Captain America: Brave New World,” Sam Wilson/Captain America (Anthony Mackie) faces a critical decision when thrust into a global crisis after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford). As Sam navigates conflicting loyalties, he confronts a formidable enemy. Experience the thrilling tale in theaters.
