If you’re a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), you know that keeping track of all the movies can be a bit overwhelming. With over 20 films released since 2008, it’s easy to get lost in the action-packed world of superheroes.
But fear not – we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll take you through the 22 Marvel movies in order of release.
1. Iron Man (2008)
Iron Man marked the beginning of the MCU and introduced us to Tony Stark, played by Robert Downey Jr. The film follows Stark’s transformation from a wealthy businessman to a superhero after he creates a high-tech suit.
2. The Incredible Hulk (2008)
The Incredible Hulk, starring Edward Norton as Bruce Banner, tells the story of Banner’s struggle with his monstrous alter ego and his pursuit by General Thaddeus Ross.
3. Iron Man 2 (2010)
In Iron Man 2, Tony Stark faces off against Ivan Vanko, a Russian physicist who creates his own suit to seek revenge on Stark.
4. Thor (2011)
Thor takes us to Asgard and introduces us to Chris Hemsworth as Thor, who is banished to Earth by his father Odin and must learn humility before he can return home.
5. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
Captain America: The First Avenger tells the story of Steve Rogers, played by Chris Evans, who undergoes an experimental procedure that turns him into a super-soldier during World War II.
6. The Avengers (2012)
The Avengers brings together all our favorite superheroes – Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye – to save the world from Loki and his army.
7. Iron Man 3 (2013)
In Iron Man 3, Tony Stark faces his toughest challenge yet when he comes face to face with the Mandarin, a terrorist who threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.
8. Thor: The Dark World (2013)
Thor: The Dark World sees Thor team up with his brother Loki to save Asgard from Malekith the Accursed and stop him from using an ancient artifact called the Aether.
9. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
Captain America: The Winter Soldier follows Steve Rogers as he teams up with Black Widow and new ally Falcon to take down a mysterious assassin known as the Winter Soldier.
10. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
Guardians of the Galaxy introduces us to a new group of heroes – Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket, and Groot – as they band together to save the galaxy from Ronan the Accuser.
11. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
In Avengers: Age of Ultron, Tony Stark creates an artificial intelligence program named Ultron that goes rogue and threatens to destroy humanity.
12. Ant-Man (2015)
Ant-Man tells the story of Scott Lang, played by Paul Rudd, who takes on the mantle of Ant-Man and uses his shrinking abilities to pull off a heist.
13. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
Captain America: Civil War sees our favorite heroes divided over government oversight and accountability as they face off against each other in an epic battle.
14. Doctor Strange (2016)
Doctor Strange introduces us to Stephen Strange, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon who becomes a sorcerer after a car accident.
15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.
2 (2017)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 sees our favorite space misfits back in action as they uncover the mystery of Peter Quill’s father and battle against the villainous Ego.
16. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
Spider-Man: Homecoming brings Spider-Man into the MCU and follows Peter Parker, played by Tom Holland, as he tries to balance high school life with his superhero duties.
17. Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
Thor: Ragnarok sees Thor team up with Hulk and Valkyrie to save Asgard from Hela, the goddess of death, and her army of undead warriors.
18. Black Panther (2018)
Black Panther takes us to Wakanda and introduces us to T’Challa, played by Chadwick Boseman, who must defend his throne from challengers and protect his people from an outsider threat.
19. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
Avengers: Infinity War brings together all our favorite heroes once again as they face off against Thanos and his quest to obtain all six Infinity Stones.
20. Ant-Man and The Wasp (2018)
Ant-Man and The Wasp sees Scott Lang teaming up with Hope van Dyne as they search for her mother Janet in the quantum realm while dealing with a new threat named Ghost.
21. Captain Marvel (2019)
Captain Marvel takes us back to the 90s and introduces us to Carol Danvers, played by Brie Larson, who becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes.
22. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Avengers: Endgame marks the end of an era as our heroes face off against Thanos once again and try to undo the damage he caused in Infinity War.
Conclusion
There you have it – the 22 Marvel movies in order of release. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the MCU, these movies offer plenty of action, humor, and heart. So grab some popcorn and settle in for an epic journey through the Marvel universe!