Captain America's triumphant return! This week marks the release of his first solo film in almost a decade, a significant event within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Having debuted in Phase One, Captain America now leads us into Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years later. This new chapter will be the first Captain America movie without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) wielding the shield; Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), inheriting the mantle at the conclusion of Avengers: Endgame, takes center stage.

Planning a Captain America MCU marathon before Brave New World? Here's a chronological viewing guide:

Captain America's MCU Appearances:

The MCU features eight films and one TV series prominently featuring Captain America. While the character appears in over 20 films and TV productions across the broader Marvel universe, this list focuses solely on MCU canon. For a deeper dive into the events preceding Brave New World (with spoilers!), check out IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

Chronological Order:

(Note: Some descriptions contain minor spoilers.)

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011): This Phase One film details Steve Rogers' transformation from a frail recruit into the super-soldier. It introduces Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), setting the stage for future conflicts. The film is set during World War II, the earliest point in the MCU timeline. Streaming on Disney+.

   

2. The Avengers (2012): Captain America joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to combat Loki's invasion. Streaming on Disney+.

   

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014): A spy thriller where Captain America confronts the Winter Soldier – his former friend, Bucky Barnes, now a Hydra operative. This film introduces Falcon (Anthony Mackie), the future Captain America. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

   

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): The Avengers face Ultron, setting the stage for the conflict with Thanos. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

   

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016): A conflict divides the Avengers, pitting Captain America against Iron Man. This film introduces Helmut Zemo as the antagonist. Streaming on Disney+.

   

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018): The Avengers attempt to stop Thanos from wiping out half the universe. Streaming on Disney+.

   

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019): The surviving Avengers reverse Thanos's actions, culminating in a massive battle and Steve Rogers passing the shield to Sam Wilson. Streaming on Disney+.

   

8. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021 – TV Series): Sam Wilson's journey as the new Captain America. Streaming on Disney+.

   

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Sam Wilson faces a global threat, with the introduction of Harrison Ford as President Ross/Red Hulk. In theaters February 14, 2025.

   

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Captain America's Future:

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 from Marvel remains limited.