As a seasoned movie enthusiast with over two decades of experience, I must say that diving into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride! From the very beginning with Iron Man, we’ve witnessed an intricate tapestry of interconnected stories unfold on the silver screen.
As a devoted Marvel fan, I’ve been on this superhero journey for over 16 years, witnessing twice as many movies unfold in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This universe has been weaving an intricate tale, one where “everything is intertwined.” The current MCU spans across 34 films, each set within what’s known as the Sacred Timeline.
With Deadpool and Wolverine now available on Disney+, the latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been incorporated into the official Marvel timeline which commenced with Iron Man in 2008. Here’s a guide to help you watch all Marvel movies in sequence on Disney+, where you can currently stream every MCU film (with the exception of Spider-Man: No Way Home).
How to watch the Marvel movies in chronological order
The majority of Marvel films are set either during or close to the year they were released, with exceptions like Captain America: The First Avenger, which is placed between 1942 and 1945 (with Steve Rogers being thawed in 2011), and Captain Marvel, which unfolds in the ’90s. Flicks such as The Incredible Hulk (2008), Iron Man 2 (2010), and Thor (2011) all occur during the same week in 2010.
- Captain America: The First Avenger
- Captain Marvel
- Iron Man
- Iron Man 2
- The Incredible Hulk
- Thor
- The Avengers
- Thor: The Dark World
- Iron Man 3
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
- Ant-Man
- Captain America: Civil War
- Black Widow
- Spider-Man: Homecoming
- Black Panther
- Doctor Strange
- Thor: Ragnarok
- Ant-Man and the Wasp
- Avengers: Infinity War
- Avengers: Endgame
- Spider-Man: Far From Home
- Eternals
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
- Spider-Man: No Way Home
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
- Thor: Love and Thunder
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
- The Marvels
- Deadpool & Wolverine
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How to watch the Marvel movies in release order
At present, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is divided into two epic storylines: The Infinity Chronicles (from 2008 to 2019) and The Multiverse Odyssey (from 2021 to 2027), encompassing a total of five phases.
The Infinity Saga: MCU Phase One
- Iron Man (2008)
- The Incredible Hulk (2008)
- Iron Man 2 (2010)
- Thor (2011)
- Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
- The Avengers (2012)
The Infinity Saga: MCU Phase Two
The film Iron Man 3, released in the year 2013
The Infinity Saga: MCU Phase Three
Captain America: Civil War (released in 2016)
The Multiverse Saga: MCU Phase Four
I found myself utterly captivated by the 2021 release, “Black Widow.
The Multiverse Saga: MCU Phase Five
Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania (Released in 2023)
The Multiverse Saga: MCU Phase Six
37. The First Steps of the Fantastic Four (2025)
Marvel movies and TV shows in order: The MCU Complete Timeline
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) encompasses not only the feature films like “Captain America: The First Avenger,” “Iron Man,” and “Thor,” but also various television shows such as “Agent Carter,” the Defenders-Verse, and numerous one-shot short films. According to Marvel Studios, a total of 59 projects are recognized as part of the official timeline, or Sacred Timeline. These include series like “Daredevil,” “Jessica Jones,” “Luke Cage,” “Iron Fist,” “The Punisher,” and “The Defenders,” along with movies such as “Captain Marvel” and “Guardians of the Galaxy.” This list also includes recent releases like “Black Widow,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” and upcoming projects like “Echo,” “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” and “Ms. Marvel.
What are the upcoming Marvel movies and TV shows after Deadpool & Wolverine?
The upcoming MCU slate by release order:
Captain America: Brave New World (in theaters Feb. 14, 2025)
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (on Disney+ Jan. 29, 2025)
Daredevil: Born Again (on Disney+ March 4, 2025)
Thunderbolts* (in theaters May 2, 2025)
Ironheart (on Disney+ June 24, 2025)
The Fantastic Four: First Steps (in theaters July 25, 2025)
Eyes of Wakanda (on Disney+ Aug. 6, 2025)
Marvel Zombies (on Disney+ Oct. 3, 2025)
Wonder Man (on Disney+ December 2025)
Avengers: Doomsday (in theaters May 1, 2026)
Avengers: Secret Wars (in theaters May 7, 2027)
Blade (undated)
Every MCU movie streaming on Disney+
- Iron Man
- Iron Man 2
- The Incredible Hulk
- Thor
- Captain America: The First Avenger
- Marvel’s The Avengers
- Iron Man 3
- Thor: The Dark World
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
- Ant-Man
- Captain America: Civil War
- Doctor Strange
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
- Spider-Man: Homecoming
- Thor: Ragnarok
- Black Panther
- Avengers: Infinity War
- Spider-Man: Far From Home
- Ant-Man and the Wasp
- Captain Marvel
- Avengers: Endgame
- Black Widow
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
- Eternals
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
- Thor: Love and Thunder
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
- The Marvels
- Deadpool & Wolverine
Spider-Man: No Way Home isn’t available to watch on Disney+, and it’s not streaming on any platforms. However, you can watch the movie via digital download on Apple TV, Amazon’s Prime Video, Fandango At Home (formerly Vudu), and the Microsoft Store.
All Marvel movies streaming on Disney+ that aren’t part of the MCU
These are movies that share a universe with the Marvel Cinematic Universe but aren’t officially part of it, and they can be found on Disney+. The list includes Sony’s Spider-Man films from 2002 to 2007, as well as the 2012 and 2014 versions of The Amazing Spider-Man. Also included are the X-Men movies that were produced by Fox before Disney acquired the rights, such as X-Men (2000), X2: X-Men United (2003), and many others up to Deadpool 2 (2018) and The New Mutants (2020).
Marvel movies to watch before Deadpool & Wolverine
In essence, director Shawn Levy clarified that watching the movie Deadpool & Wolverine doesn’t necessitate any preliminary study or knowledge about the X-Men universe. However, the film does make references to past X-Men movies such as Logan and Deadpool 2, and features characters from legacy Marvel productions. Levy stated that he crafted this film with deep respect for fans who are deeply versed in the mythology and history of these characters and their world, but without assuming that everyone has prior knowledge. The film is designed for entertainment, meaning there’s no need to delve into background research before watching.
How to watch the MCU: timeline order or release order?
For an optimal viewing experience of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it’s best to follow the release order. Tony Stark kick-started the series in “Iron Man,” but Nick Fury, S.H.I.E.L.D.’s super-spy (played by Samuel L. Jackson), set things in motion during a post-credits scene, hinting at an interconnected universe to Stark. “You don’t think you’re the only superhero in the world? Mr. Stark, you’ve become part of a bigger universe,” Fury said, “you just don’t know it yet.
As a cinema enthusiast, I’d suggest that instead of diving straight into the intricacies of the MCU timeline, you might find it more engaging to follow the story in its initial release order. This means starting with Iron Man, the film that kick-started this epic journey, and progressing through the series.
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