With the release of Captain America: Brave New World, it's time to revisit the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), now boasting an impressive 35 films. But which MCU movie reigns supreme in your opinion? Do you harbor a fondness for early origin stories like Iron Man? Or do you prefer the thrilling team-ups that culminated in the Infinity Saga? Share your preferences using the interactive tier list below.
The sheer number of films makes choosing difficult. Remember, this list only includes entries from Kevin Feige's MCU, excluding Sony's Marvel productions (sorry, X-Men – except Wolverine). Here's my personal ranking, based solely on my viewing enjoyment:
Sadly, Brave New World falls short of expectations for me, burdened by what I consider the MCU's most cumbersome script to date, landing it firmly in the D tier. My placement of 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine in the lower tier might surprise some, but it simply didn't resonate with me. (You can find a detailed explanation of my reasoning elsewhere.) However, it's not the MCU's absolute worst; that dubious honor currently belongs to Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, an easy D-tier entry.
Conversely, my top tier showcases five exceptional films. Captain America: Civil War and Winter Soldier easily earn S-tier status for their effective exploration of the MCU's emotional core and paranoid espionage themes, respectively. Then there's Thor: Ragnarok, a hilarious comedy, and the spectacular Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, which masterfully concluded the series' most pivotal chapter.
Disagree? Believe No Way Home is the best of the Tom Holland Spider-Man trilogy? Think Black Panther deserves an S-tier ranking? Create your own MCU movie tier list below and compare your S, A, B, C, and D rankings with the IGN community.
Every MCU Movie Tier List
Is there a Marvel film you believe is unfairly underrated? Share your thoughts and ranking rationale in the comments section.
