How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

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 (8 Films & 1 Series):

For a comprehensive, spoiler-filled recap leading up to "Brave New World," explore IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

Chronological Order:

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011): Witness Steve Rogers' transformation from frail recruit to super-soldier. Introduces Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), later the Winter Soldier. Set during WWII. Streaming on Disney+.

   

2. The Avengers (2012): Cap joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to defeat Loki. Streaming on Disney+.

   

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014): Espionage and conspiracy unfold as Cap confronts the Winter Soldier – his former friend, Bucky. Introduces Falcon (Anthony Mackie), the future Captain America. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

   

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): The Avengers face Ultron (James Spader). A mid-credits scene hints at the Thanos conflict. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

   

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016): A conflict divides the Avengers, pitting Cap against Iron Man. Introduces Helmut Zemo. Streaming on Disney+.

   

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018): The Avengers' first encounter with Thanos. Cap survives the Snap. Streaming on Disney+.

   

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019): The Avengers reverse the Snap's effects, leading to a massive battle. Steve Rogers passes the shield to Sam Wilson. Streaming on Disney+.

   

8. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021 – TV Series): Sam Wilson's journey as Captain America begins. He and Bucky confront the Flag Smashers. Streaming on Disney+.

   

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Sam Wilson faces a global threat, with President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) playing a key role. In theaters February 14, 2025.

   

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Captain America's Future: Captain America's appearances in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027) remain uncertain, though hints suggest Mackie's continued presence.