What Is The Correct Order To Watch Marvel Movies?

Wondering what’s the correct Marvel viewing order? If so, you are in the right place with us.

We have put together a guide to help you watch the Marvel movies in chronological order. That way, it is easier to follow and understand the storyline.

Here’s the rundown:

• Captain America: The First Avenger 

If you are watching the movies in chronological order, start with this one.

• Captain Marvel

The tale begins in MCU Phase 3, but it’s set in 1995, giving viewers insight into Carol Danvers’ origins.

• Iron Man

The movie that started it all for the MCU is the third film in chronological order.

• Iron Man 2 

It follows closely on the heels of its predecessor, taking place between May and June 2010.

• The Incredible Hulk

Stark makes another appearance at the end, linking this solo Hulk adventure to the broader MCU timeline.

• Thor

The god of thunder makes his grand entrance into the MCU around the same time as Iron Man 2 and The Incredible Hulk in mid-2010.

• The Avengers

The culmination of the MCU’s initial phase brings together the major heroes for the first time in May 2012.

• Thor

The second big-screen adventure unfolds in the latter part of 2013.

• Iron Man 3

This is the third and final standalone film featuring the iron-clad hero.

• Captain America

The Winter Soldier, Cap’s second solo outing set in the early months of 2014.

• Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 1

It introduces Star-Lord and his eclectic team to audiences in late 2014.

• Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2

It picks up a few months after the events of the first film.

• Avengers: Age of Ultron 

It sees the superhero squad back in action battling the AI villain Ultron.

• Ant-Man

The pint-sized hero steps onto the scene in July 2015.

• Captain America: Civil War

It is an Avengers film in disguise and introduces iconic characters like Black Panther and Spider-Man.

• Black Widow

This is the inaugural film of Marvel Phase 4, set after the events of the Civil War.

• Black Panther

Marvel’s ground-breaking film was nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars.

• Spider-Man: Homecoming

This is Spidey’s first solo adventure in the MCU.

• Doctor Strange

It introduces audiences to the mystical world of the Sorcerer Supreme.

• Thor: Ragnarok

This is the final film before the pivotal moment with Thanos.

• Avengers: Infinity War

It marks a turning point in the MCU, with our heroes facing catastrophic defeat for the first time.

• Ant-Man and the Wasp

It unfolds alongside the events of Infinity War.

• Avengers: Endgame

It concludes the epic saga that started in 2018.

• Spider-Man: Far From Home

It swings into action around June and July 2024, eight months after Endgame.

• Spider-Man: No Way Home

It deals with the repercussions of multiverse shenanigans.

• Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

It leads to the events of Hawkeye.

• Thor: Love and Thunder

Thor’s fourth solo outing, aligns with significant personal revelations.

• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye, and the Dora Milaje unite to defend their nation following King T’Challa’s passing.

• Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

This movie marks the beginning of Phase 5 in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

• Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

The beloved misfits confront a mission to save Rocket’s life.

• The Marvels

It follows MCU shows like “Secret Invasion” and “Ms. Marvel.”