Captain America Movie Chronological Viewing Guide

Captain America's triumphant return marks his first solo film in almost a decade! A cornerstone of the MCU since Phase One, he now leads Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years later. This film notably features Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as Captain America, succeeding Steve Rogers (Chris Evans).

For those eager to revisit Captain America's MCU journey before Brave New World, here's a chronological viewing guide:

Captain America's MCU Appearances (8 Films & 1 Series):

Captain America Trilogy [4K UHD + Blu-ray]

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011):

Steve Rogers' transformation from a frail recruit to the super-soldier is depicted, introducing Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan). Set during WWII, it's the earliest MCU film chronologically. Streaming on Disney+.

2. The Avengers (2012):

Captain America joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to combat Loki's Earth invasion. Streaming on Disney+.

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014):

A spy thriller where Cap confronts the Winter Soldier (Bucky Barnes), now a Hydra operative. Introduces Falcon (Anthony Mackie), the future Captain America. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015):

The Avengers battle Ultron (James Spader), setting the stage for the Thanos conflict. Streaming on Disney+ or Starz.

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016):

A pivotal film dividing the Avengers into factions led by Cap and Iron Man, introducing Helmut Zemo. Cap's highest-grossing solo film. Streaming on Disney+.

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018):

The Avengers' first encounter with Thanos, culminating in devastating losses. Streaming on Disney+.

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019):

The Avengers' time-spanning effort to undo Thanos's actions leads to the epic Battle of Earth, 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 Captain America begins, confronting the Flag Smashers. Streaming on Disney+.

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025):

Sam Wilson confronts a global threat, with Harrison Ford as President Ross. In theaters February 14, 2025.

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Captain America's Future:

Captain America's next appearances are anticipated in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026) and potentially Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027).