"Captain America Movies: Viewing Order Guide"

Captain America is making a triumphant return this week with his first standalone movie in nearly a decade. The iconic character, a cornerstone of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), first graced our screens in Marvel's Phase One and is now set to headline Phase 5's "Brave New World," marking an impressive 14-year journey. Notably, this will be the first Captain America movie without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) donning the iconic shield, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) steps up to carry the mantle that was passed to him at the conclusion of "Avengers: Endgame."

For fans eager to dive back into Captain America's MCU saga before "Brave New World," we've compiled a comprehensive list of the hero's movies and TV series in chronological order.

How Many Captain America MCU Movies Are There?

There are 8 MCU movies and one TV series where Captain America plays a significant role. Including non-MCU made-for-TV and animated movies, the total exceeds 20. For this list, we focus solely on the MCU canon.

For a detailed, spoiler-filled breakdown of the events leading to "Brave New World," don't miss IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

Captain America Movies in Chronological Order

*Please note, some descriptions contain spoilers for characters and plot points.*

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

Captain America was introduced to the MCU in 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger," the final solo superhero film of Marvel's Phase One. This film tells the origin story of Steve Rogers, detailing his transformation from a rejected military recruit to a superhuman warrior. It also introduces Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes, setting the stage for his later role as the Winter Soldier. The movie pits Captain America against the Red Skull and Hydra during WWII, making it the earliest-set film in the MCU timeline.

Where to Stream: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012)

Captain America returned in 2012's "The Avengers," joining forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and the Hulk to thwart Loki's invasion of Earth, as teased in "The First Avenger's" end-credits scene.

Where to Stream: Disney+

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" arrived two years later, both in real life and the MCU timeline. This espionage thriller sees Captain America and Black Widow facing off against the Winter Soldier, revealed to be Bucky Barnes, now brainwashed into a Hydra operative. The film also introduces Anthony Mackie's Falcon, who later becomes the new Captain America.

Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

Captain America returned in 2015's "Avengers: Age of Ultron," teaming up once more with the Avengers to combat the titular villain, played by James Spader. The film's mid-credits scene sets up the impending confrontation with Thanos.

Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

In 2016, "Captain America: Civil War" was released, becoming the highest-grossing standalone Captain America movie with a global box office of $1.1 billion. The film divides the Avengers into two factions led by Captain America and Iron Man, respectively, while introducing Helmut Zemo as the overarching villain.

Where to Stream: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

"Avengers: Infinity War" marks the first part of the Avengers' battle against Thanos. Captain America is part of the ensemble cast trying to prevent Thanos from wiping out half of all life. Although the team fails, Captain America survives the Snap, setting the stage for "Avengers: Endgame."

Where to Stream: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

"Avengers: Endgame" spans multiple timelines but ultimately concludes five years after "Infinity War." Captain America and the remaining Avengers work to undo the effects of the Snap, culminating in the epic Battle of Earth against Thanos's forces. The film ends with Steve Rogers passing his shield to Sam Wilson, marking a new era for Captain America.

Where to Stream: Disney+

8. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021 – TV Series)

"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" is the first MCU project featuring Sam Wilson as Captain America. Set six months post-"Endgame," the Disney+ series follows Wilson and Bucky Barnes as they combat the Flag Smashers, an anti-nationalist supersoldier group led by Karli Morgenthau (Erin Kellyman).

Where to Stream: Disney+

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

"The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" sets the stage for "Captain America: Brave New World." Here's the official synopsis from Marvel:

*After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.*

The reference to a "newly elected U.S. President" suggests the movie is set in late 2027 or early 2028. "Brave New World" introduces Harrison Ford as President Ross, who transforms into Red Hulk, a role previously played by the late William Hurt. For those unafraid of spoilers, check out IGN's review of "Brave New World."

Where to Watch: In theaters starting February 14, 2025

The Future of Captain America in the MCU

Following "Brave New World," Captain America is expected to appear in "Avengers: Doomsday," scheduled for May 1, 2026. Both Anthony Mackie and Chris Evans are rumored to be involved, though Evans has denied his participation. Captain America is also likely to feature in "Avengers: Secret Wars," set for release on May 7, 2027. Anthony Mackie has hinted at his involvement in both films, though Marvel has only confirmed Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom for these projects.