(Watch Order) Marvel Movies in Order | Chronological & Release Date

The early phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe kept fans around the world hooked for more than a decade. Even after the conclusion of the legendary Infinity Saga, excitement hasn’t faded. Fans are already looking forward to the next big phase, which will reportedly bring Robert Downey Jr. back to the screen as Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers movies – Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.

Production for Avengers: Doomsday has already wrapped up, but viewers will need to wait until the winters of 2026 to see Robert Downey Jr. make his grand return in the Marvel lineup.

If you’re planning to revisit the best MCU moments while waiting for the next Avengers chapter, check out our detailed guide where we’ve listed all Marvel movies in chronological order.

Marvel Movies Chronological Watch Order Table

Marvel Movies in Order of Release

Iron Man

Description
Tony Stark, a wealthy arms manufacturer, is kidnapped and builds a high-tech suit to escape. Back home, he perfects it and becomes Iron Man, openly declaring himself a hero. This film establishes the tone, humor, and moral core that anchor much of the MCU.

The Incredible Hulk

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Bruce Banner becomes a fugitive, struggling to control the monster inside him whenever he loses his temper. He’s forced into hiding while the U.S. government hunts him. The film explores fear, isolation, and the cost of power.

Iron Man 2

Description
The world knows Tony Stark is Iron Man, and that brings pressure. He faces health issues, a vengeful rival, and government demands. He must balance legacy, identity, and responsibilities as his world grows more complicated.

Thor

Description
Thor, the arrogant god of Asgard, is banished to Earth after reigniting an ancient conflict. There, he learns humility, meets Jane Foster, and defends Earth from dark forces. It introduces the cosmic side of the MCU.

Captain America: The First Avenger

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During World War II, Steve Rogers transforms from a frail man into a super-soldier, Captain America. He fights Hydra, rescues comrades, and sacrifices himself. The film grounds the MCU with legacy and wartime stakes.

The Avengers

Description
The heroes introduced so far must unite when Loki threatens Earth. They clash, bicker, but ultimately coordinate to stop an invasion. It proves the MCU works as a shared universe.

Iron Man 3

Description
Tony Stark faces PTSD in the aftermath of The Avengers. When a powerful new enemy emerges, he must rely less on suits and more on ingenuity. The film explores identity beyond armor.

Thor: The Dark World

Description
Dark Elves, led by Malekith, want to plunge the universe into darkness using a powerful weapon. Thor must ally with Loki and rescue Jane Foster while protecting realms from destruction.

Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Description
Steve Rogers uncovers corruption within S.H.I.E.L.D. and faces the Winter Soldier, a lethal figure from his past. The film deepens political intrigue, moral ambiguity, and sets the stage for future conflicts.

Guardians of the Galaxy

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A group of misfits (Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket, and Groot) band together to stop Ronan’s plan. Their humor, chemistry, and cosmic scale expand the MCU far beyond Earth.

Avengers: Age of Ultron

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Tony Stark’s attempt to create a peacekeeping AI backfires: Ultron becomes a destructive force. The Avengers splinter, team rebound, and face internal threats while defending Earth.

Ant-Man

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Scott Lang, a thief-turned-hero, acquires a suit that lets him shrink and grow. He must help his mentor, Hank Pym, and prevent dangerous tech from falling into the wrong hands.

Captain America: Civil War

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A rift forms among the Avengers over government oversight, splitting heroes into factions led by Iron Man and Captain America. It’s emotionally tense, with real consequences.

Doctor Strange

Description
Neurosurgeon Dr. Stephen Strange seeks healing after a car crash, but ends up in the mystic arts. He defends reality from dark dimensions and introduces magic to the MCU.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

Description
The Guardians struggle with leaks in their formation as Peter learns about his parentage and Rocket’s trauma is explored. It’s emotional, funny, and dives deeper into their relationships.

Spider-Man: Homecoming

Description
Peter Parker balances being a high school student and an Avenger-in-training under Tony Stark’s mentorship. When Vulture arises as a threat, Peter must prove himself.

Thor: Ragnarok

Description
Thor is stranded, his hammer destroyed, and Asgard threatened by Hela. He teams with Hulk and Valkyrie, reinvents his approach, and brings an irreverent tone to the MCU.

Black Panther

Description
T’Challa returns home to Wakanda and faces challenges for the throne from internal and external forces. The film weaves politics, identity, and cultural legacy.

Avengers: Infinity War

Description
Thanos hunts Infinity Stones to wipe out half of all life. The Avengers and Guardians struggle to unite and mount a defense. It’s high stakes, devastating, and universe-spanning.

Ant-Man and The Wasp

Description
Scott and Hope, now working together, investigate quantum realms while a ghostlike figure threatens them. The film blends humor with emotional stakes and quantum lore.

Captain Marvel

Description
Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe’s mightiest heroes and returns to Earth at a critical time. Her origin, strength, and memory journey tie into Endgame.

Avengers: Endgame

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After Thanos’ snap, surviving heroes band together to reverse the damage using time travel. It wraps major arcs, sacrifices, and changes the MCU’s direction.

Spider-Man: Far From Home

Description
Peter Parker goes on a European school trip to escape his responsibilities but faces Mysterio’s threats. He tries to step up in a post-Endgame world.

Black Widow

Description
Set after Civil War, Natasha Romanoff confronts her past, family, and the Red Room. It adds depth to her character while bridging gaps in the MCU timeline.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Description
Shang-Chi faces a secret life and family legacy when the Ten Rings organization reappears. The film explores identity, responsibility, and martial action with mythic stakes.

Eternals

Description
A hidden race of immortals who shaped Earth’s history emerges after centuries of exile. They must confront existential threats and reconcile with their purpose.

Spider-Man: No Way Home

Description
Peter Parker’s identity is exposed, and he asks Doctor Strange for help but the multiverse fractures. He faces villains from other universes and wrestles with moral costs.

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

Description
Stephen Strange navigates multiverse chaos, encountering alternate realities, dark magic, and demons. The film leans horror and pushes the boundaries of reality in the MCU.

Thor: Love and Thunder

Description
Thor reunites with Jane Foster (now wielding Mjolnir), faces Gorr the God Butcher, and wrestles with purpose. It’s comedic, emotional, and cosmic.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Description
After T’Challa’s death, Wakanda must protect itself from external threats and find new leadership. The film honors legacy, grief, and reinvention.

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania

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Scott Lang ventures deeper into the quantum realm and encounters Kang the Conqueror. The film shifts tone toward multiversal stakes and sets up new conflicts.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

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The Guardians try to save Rocket from his past while facing the High Evolutionary. The film explores trauma, friendship, and closure for the original team.

The Marvels

Description
Captain Marvel teams up with Ms. Marvel (Kamala Khan) and Monica Rambeau. Their powers merge unintentionally, creating chaos and a need to reverse it while confronting larger threats.

Deadpool & Wolverine

Description
Deadpool and Wolverine’s chaotic partnership begins as they are forced to work together. Expect meta humor, violence, and surprising emotional threads.

Captain America: Brave New World

Description
A new Captain America emerges in a changed world. The film explores legacy, identity, and how ideals adapt to new challenges.

Thunderbolts*

Description
A group of anti-heroes and reformed villains are assembled for covert operations. The film blurs lines between heroism and villainy and sets up future conflicts.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Description
The First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family into the MCU. Expect cosmic threats, science, and dynamics of a family bound together by extraordinary power.

That’s all, guys. Hope this list helped you!

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