Captain America's triumphant return! This week marks the release of his first solo film in almost a decade. A cornerstone of the MCU since Phase One, Captain America now leads us into Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years later. This marks the first Captain America movie without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) wielding the shield, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) takes up the mantle, a legacy passed down in Avengers: Endgame.
Planning a Captain America MCU marathon before Brave New World? Here's the complete chronological viewing order:
Captain America's MCU Appearances (Movies & Series):
There are eight MCU films and one TV series featuring Captain America in a significant role. This list excludes non-MCU productions. For a deeper dive into the events leading to Brave New World (with spoilers!), check out IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.
Chronological Order:
- Captain America: The First Avenger (2011): Steve Rogers' origin story, introducing Bucky Barnes and setting the stage for the MCU's earliest events. (Streaming on Disney+)
- The Avengers (2012): Cap joins forces with Earth's Mightiest Heroes to combat Loki's invasion. (Streaming on Disney+)
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014): Espionage, conspiracy, and the return of Bucky Barnes as the Winter Soldier. Introduces Falcon. (Streaming on Disney+ or Starz)
- Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): The Avengers face Ultron, setting the stage for the Thanos conflict. (Streaming on Disney+ or Starz)
- Captain America: Civil War (2016): A conflict divides the Avengers, pitting Captain America against Iron Man. (Streaming on Disney+)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018): The Avengers' first battle against Thanos. (Streaming on Disney+)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019): The aftermath of the Snap and the final battle against Thanos. Sam Wilson inherits the Captain America mantle. (Streaming on Disney+)
- The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021): Sam Wilson's journey as the new Captain America. (Streaming on Disney+)
- Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Sam Wilson faces a global threat. (In theaters February 14, 2025)
(Note: Some descriptions may contain minor spoilers.)
What are you most excited for in Captain America: Brave New World?
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Captain America's Future:
Following Brave New World, Captain America's next appearance is anticipated in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026) and potentially Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027). While appearances are hinted at, official confirmation remains limited.
