Marvel Chronological Order: What Order Should You Watch the MCU Films and Series In?
Want to watch the Marvel films in the right order without getting lost in the Multiverse? Between the Avengers, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Loki, Daredevil, the Guardians of the Galaxy, and all the new series, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become huge.
Whether you are discovering the MCU for the first time or preparing a new Marvel marathon, this guide helps you follow the films and main series in a chronological order that is much easier to understand.
If you want to start with the earliest adventures in the MCU’s story, Eyes of Wakanda now goes the furthest back into the past. For feature films, Captain America: First Avenger remains the first major film in the timeline, since much of its story takes place during World War II.
Why watch the Marvel films in chronological order?
The first MCU film released in theaters was Iron Man in 2008. Yet the overall story of the Marvel universe begins long before Tony Stark’s adventures. This is precisely what distinguishes release order from chronological order.
Watching Marvel in chronological order lets you follow the evolution of the world more naturally, the arrival of the different heroes, the creation of the Avengers, the discovery of the Infinity Stones, and the consequences of the fight against Thanos.
From Avengers: Endgame onward, things become even more complex: time travel, alternate realities, and the Multiverse make the timeline less linear. Some productions actually take place in other universes.
There is therefore no longer always a single perfectly linear timeline. The order below favors the chronological viewing path proposed around the MCU, while pointing out productions linked to the Multiverse when useful.
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Here is our guide to watching the main productions of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from the earliest events through to the latest adventures in the Multiverse saga.
1. The origins of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Eyes of Wakanda
This anthology explores several ancient periods in Wakanda's history through the warriors tasked with protecting and recovering vibranium artifacts.
Captain America: The First Avenger
During World War II, Steve Rogers receives an experimental serum and becomes Captain America to fight HYDRA and Red Skull.
Captain Marvel
In the 1990s, Carol Danvers uncovers the secrets of her past and finds herself at the heart of the conflict between the Kree and the Skrulls.
Iron Man
Tony Stark builds a revolutionary suit of armor after being captured and gradually becomes the hero known as Iron Man.
Iron Man 2
With Iron Man's identity now public, Tony Stark must face new threats while dealing with the consequences of his technology.
The Incredible Hulk
Bruce Banner searches for a way to control Hulk while trying to escape those who want to use his transformation as a weapon.
Thor
Banished from Asgard and sent to Earth, Thor must learn humility before he can regain his powers and his hammer Mjölnir.
2. The birth of the Avengers
Avengers
Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye must learn to fight together when Loki attacks Earth.
Thor: The Dark World
Thor faces the Dark Elves as a new Infinity Stone gradually enters the larger MCU story.
Iron Man 3
After the Battle of New York, Tony Stark must confront his trauma while facing a new threat.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Steve Rogers discovers that a dangerous conspiracy has grown at the very heart of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Guardians of the Galaxy
Peter Quill, Gamora, Rocket, Groot, and Drax form an unlikely team and also become part of the fight over the Infinity Stones.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
The Guardians continue their adventures as Peter Quill discovers the truth about his origins.
Daredevil – Season 1
In Hell's Kitchen, lawyer Matt Murdock fights crime at night under the identity of Daredevil.
Jessica Jones – Season 1
Jessica Jones tries to rebuild her life as a private detective while facing a particularly dangerous adversary.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
An artificial intelligence created to protect Earth turns against humanity, forcing the Avengers to step in.
Ant-Man
Scott Lang discovers technology that allows him to shrink while greatly increasing his strength.
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Daredevil – Season 2
Matt Murdock faces new threats in Hell’s Kitchen, including Frank Castle, aka the Punisher.
Luke Cage
Gifted with exceptional strength and nearly indestructible skin, Luke Cage becomes Harlem’s protector.
Iron Fist
Danny Rand returns to New York after several years away, with new abilities and spectacular mastery of martial arts.
The Defenders
Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist join forces against a common threat.
Captain America: Civil War
The Avengers split over the issue of government oversight of superheroes, notably pitting Captain America against Iron Man.
Black Widow
Natasha Romanoff confronts her past and reconnects with part of her family between the events of Civil War and Infinity War.
Black Panther
T’Challa becomes king of Wakanda, but Killmonger’s arrival challenges his reign and the future of the kingdom.
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Peter Parker tries to balance his life as a high school student with his desire to become a true Avenger.
Doctor Strange
After an accident, Stephen Strange discovers the mystic arts and a universe far greater than anything he had ever known.
Thor: Ragnarok
Thor must stop Hela from bringing about the destruction of Asgard, with the help of several unexpected allies.
Ant-Man and the Wasp
Scott Lang reunites with Hope van Dyne and Hank Pym for a mission closely tied to the Quantum Realm.
Avengers: Infinity War
Thanos sets out to gather the six Infinity Stones, forcing heroes from across the galaxy to unite.
Avengers: Endgame
After Thanos’ victory, the surviving Avengers look for a way to undo the consequences of the terrible snap.
4. What to watch after Avengers: Endgame?
After Endgame, the MCU enters a new era. New heroes emerge while the consequences of the Blip continue to shape the world.
Loki – Season 1
A variant of Loki comes into contact with the TVA, an organization tasked with monitoring the different timelines.
What If...? – Season 1
The Watcher observes different alternate realities in which MCU events take entirely different paths.
WandaVision
Wanda Maximoff and Vision seem to be living an ideal life, but their strange reality hides a deep mystery.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Shang-Chi must face his past when he finds himself once again confronted by the Ten Rings organization.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes must deal with the legacy left by Steve Rogers and Captain America’s shield.
Spider-Man: Far From Home
Peter Parker goes on a school trip to Europe, but his vacation is quickly disrupted by the arrival of Mysterio.
Eternals
Immortal beings who have lived secretly on Earth for millennia are forced to step out of the shadows.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Doctor Strange travels across multiple realities as the Multiverse becomes increasingly unstable.
Hawkeye
Clint Barton wants to reunite with his family for Christmas, but his past as Ronin complicates his return to normal life.
Moon Knight
Steven Grant discovers that he shares his existence with Marc Spector, a man connected to the Egyptian god Khonshu.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Wakanda tries to move forward after T’Challa’s disappearance while facing the arrival of Namor and his people.
Echo
Maya Lopez returns to her roots while facing the consequences of her criminal past.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
Jennifer Walters tries to balance her legal career with her new Hulk-like abilities.
Ms. Marvel
Kamala Khan, a huge Avengers fan, discovers that she too has extraordinary abilities.
Thor: Love and Thunder
Thor sees Jane Foster return as Gorr, the God Butcher, threatens the universe.
Ironheart
Riri Williams, an extremely talented young inventor, develops sophisticated armor while finding herself drawn into a world where technology and magic collide.
Werewolf by Night
A gathering of monster hunters opens up a darker, more supernatural side of the Marvel universe.
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
The Guardians organize a surprise for Peter Quill in a much lighter, more festive adventure.
5. The Multiverse Saga and the New Marvel Generations
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Ant-Man’s family is pulled into the Quantum Realm and confronted with a threat capable of disrupting the Multiverse.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Rocket and his companions face a new threat in one of the Guardians’ most personal adventures.
Secret Invasion
Nick Fury discovers that a Skrull infiltration is threatening several human institutions.
The Marvels
Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau, and Ms. Marvel find their powers strangely connected and must learn to fight together.
Loki – Season 2
Loki continues his exploration of the TVA as the very future of the different timelines is threatened.
What If...? – Season 2
The Watcher reveals new alternate realities and new versions of Marvel heroes.
Deadpool & Wolverine
Deadpool and Wolverine are drawn into a multiversal adventure that brings together several Marvel legacies.
Agatha All Along
After the events of WandaVision, Agatha Harkness sets out on the mysterious Witches’ Road.
What If...? – Season 3
The animated series continues its exploration of the infinite possibilities offered by the Multiverse.
Daredevil: Born Again – Season 1
Matt Murdock continues his fight for justice as Wilson Fisk develops new ambitions in New York.
Captain America: Brave New World
Sam Wilson fully takes on the role of Captain America and finds himself at the heart of a new international crisis.
Thunderbolts*
Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, John Walker, and several antiheroes find themselves brought together on an explosive mission.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm enter the MCU in a retrofuturistic universe facing a cosmic threat.
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Wonder Man – Season 1
Simon Williams tries to build a career in the world of cinema while discovering a far more extraordinary side of his existence. The series explores the MCU with a tone centered on Hollywood and the acting profession.
Daredevil: Born Again – Season 2
The confrontation between Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk reaches a new scale as Daredevil must fight against the Kingpin’s growing grip on New York.
The Punisher: One Last Kill
Frank Castle returns in a new story dedicated to the Punisher, extending the darker, urban branch of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
After the events that profoundly changed Peter Parker’s life, Spider-Man returns in a new adventure. The world no longer knows Peter’s identity, and he now devotes himself fully to his superhero mission.
Marvel is also developing X-Men '97 – Season 2 and other animated productions. However, they follow an alternate-reality logic and do not necessarily need to be placed in the main timeline in the same way as the Avengers films.
What are the next Marvel movies and series?
VisionQuest
Paul Bettany reprises the role of Vision. The series continues the story that began with WandaVision and was expanded in Agatha All Along.
Avengers: Doomsday
The Avengers will once again find themselves at the center of a major event. The film is expected to bring together different Marvel teams and universes against the threat of Doctor Doom.
Avengers: Secret Wars
After Doomsday, Avengers: Secret Wars is set to be one of the major highlights of the Multiverse Saga.
The Blade project is still listed by Marvel, but no specific release date is currently shown on the official Marvel film calendar. It is therefore better to avoid assigning it a date until a new official announcement has been made.
Where to watch Marvel movies and series?
A large part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is available on Disney+, which also offers a chronological ranking of many Marvel productions.
The exact availability of the films may vary by country, time period, and distribution rights. Some films may also be offered for rental, digital purchase, or on other streaming services.
Chronological order or release order: which should you choose?
If you are completely new to Marvel, release order remains an excellent experience, as it recreates the way viewers have discovered the revelations since 2008.
Chronological order is especially interesting for a second viewing or for organizing a major MCU marathon. It lets you follow the events like one vast, continuous story.
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FAQ: Marvel chronological order
What is the first Marvel movie in chronological order?
If we are talking only about MCU feature films, Captain America: The First Avenger comes first, as much of the story takes place during World War II. However, the animated series Eyes of Wakanda explores even earlier periods.
What was the first MCU film released in theaters?
Iron Man, released in 2008, marks the true beginning of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in theaters and introduces Tony Stark, played by Robert Downey Jr.
Should you watch Marvel in chronological order or release order?
Both methods are interesting. For a first viewing, release order preserves the revelations as they were intended. For a new marathon, chronological order makes it easier to follow the progression of the story.
Are Marvel series required to understand the films?
Not always. Several films can be understood on their own. However, series like WandaVision, Loki, Ms. Marvel, or Falcon and the Winter Soldier add a great deal of context to the characters and the events that follow.
Where does Deadpool & Wolverine fit in the timeline?
The film is strongly connected to the Multiverse and the TVA. It is therefore best approached after discovering the basics of the Multiverse, especially Loki's adventures.
Does The Fantastic Four: First Steps take place in the same universe?
The film introduces the Fantastic Four in their own retrofuturistic universe. Its importance becomes especially significant with the multiversal events that follow.
Which Marvel should you watch after Avengers: Endgame?
You can continue in particular with Loki, WandaVision, Shang-Chi, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and the other productions from the post-Endgame period presented in our timeline.
What is the next major Avengers movie?
The next major announced event is Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled for December 2026, before Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027.
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