Watch the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies in release order, starting with Iron Man (2008) and continuing through Thunderbolts* (2025). The series spans 36 films, released between 2008 and 2025. Audiences rate the franchise 7.2/10 on average.

What order should you watch Marvel Cinematic Universe?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch Marvel Cinematic Universe. This is how the story was crafted and revealed to audiences — earlier films seed details, callbacks, and twists that pay off in later entries. Watching in release order preserves those reveals and matches the pacing the filmmakers intended.

Marvel Cinematic Universe largely tracks its own in-universe chronology, so release order and chronological order overlap closely. You can use either without losing much, though release order is still the safest first watch.

About the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise

The Marvel Cinematic Universe — every film across the Infinity and Multiverse Sagas, in order.

Each film builds on the previous one, rewarding viewers who watch in sequence.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch Marvel Cinematic Universe?

The recommended Marvel Cinematic Universe watch order by release date is: 1. Iron Man (2008), 2. The Incredible Hulk (2008), 3. Iron Man 2 (2010), 4. Thor (2011), 5. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), 6. The Avengers (2012), 7. Iron Man 3 (2013), 8. Thor: The Dark World (2013), 9. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), 10. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), 11. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), 12. Ant-Man (2015), 13. Captain America: Civil War (2016), 14. Doctor Strange (2016), 15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017), 16. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), 17. Thor: Ragnarok (2017), 18. Black Panther (2018), 19. Avengers: Infinity War (2018), 20. Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018), 21. Captain Marvel (2019), 22. Avengers: Endgame (2019), 23. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), 24. Black Widow (2021), 25. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021), 26. Eternals (2021), 27. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), 28. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022), 29. Thor: Love and Thunder (2022), 30. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), 31. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023), 32. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023), 33. The Marvels (2023), 34. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), 35. Captain America: Brave New World (2025), 36. Thunderbolts* (2025).

What is the first Marvel Cinematic Universe movie?

The first Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is Iron Man, released on April 30, 2008.

What is the most recent Marvel Cinematic Universe movie?

The most recent Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is Thunderbolts* (2025).

How many Marvel Cinematic Universe movies are there?

There are 36 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise.

What is the highest-rated Marvel Cinematic Universe movie?

The highest-rated Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is Avengers: Infinity War, with an audience score of 8.2/10 on TMDB.

Do I need to watch Marvel Cinematic Universe movies in order?

While each Marvel Cinematic Universe movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 36 films.

Where can I watch Marvel Cinematic Universe movies online?

Most Marvel Cinematic Universe movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.

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