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How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Author : Owen Feb 27,2025

Captain America's triumphant return! This week marks the release of his first solo film in almost a decade, a pivotal moment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Having debuted in Phase One, he now leads the charge in Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years later. This new chapter notably features Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as Captain America, inheriting the mantle from Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) after the events of Avengers: Endgame.

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

The Captain America MCU Saga:

There are eight MCU films and one TV series prominently featuring Captain America. 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): Witness Steve Rogers' transformation and the introduction of Bucky Barnes. Stream on Disney+.
The Avengers (2012): Cap joins forces with Earth's Mightiest Heroes. Stream on Disney+.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014): Espionage, conspiracy, and the return of the Winter Soldier. Stream on Disney+ or Starz.
Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): The Avengers confront Ultron. Stream on Disney+ or Starz.
Captain America: Civil War (2016): A clash divides the Avengers. Stream on Disney+.
Avengers: Infinity War (2018): The Avengers face Thanos. Stream on Disney+.
Avengers: Endgame (2019): The aftermath of the Snap and the passing of the shield. Stream on Disney+.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021): Sam Wilson's journey as the new Captain America. Stream on Disney+.
Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Sam Wilson confronts a global threat. In theaters February 14, 2025.

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Captain America's Future:

Beyond Brave New World, Captain America's next appearance is anticipated in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026), and possibly Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027). While appearances are rumored, official confirmations remain limited.