How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Captain America's triumphant return graces screens this week with 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 marks the first Captain America movie without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) wielding the shield, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) assumes the mantle, a legacy passed down in Avengers: Endgame.

For those eager to revisit or experience Captain America's complete MCU journey before Brave New World, we present a chronological viewing guide encompassing films and TV series.

Captain America's MCU Appearances:

The MCU boasts eight films and one TV series featuring Captain America in a significant role. While the broader Captain America franchise extends beyond the MCU to include TV movies and animated features (over 20 in total), this list focuses solely on MCU canon.

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

Chronological Order of Captain America MCU Appearances:

(Note: Some descriptions contain minor spoilers.)

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

Marvel's Phase One concludes with this origin story, introducing Steve Rogers' transformation from a frail recruit into a super-soldier. It also features Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes, later the Winter Soldier, and pits Cap against the Red Skull and Hydra during WWII, establishing the earliest point in the MCU timeline.

Streaming: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012):

Following a post-credits scene tease in The First Avenger, Captain America joins Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to counter Loki's Earthly invasion.

Streaming: Disney+

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

This espionage thriller sees Cap and Black Widow confronting the Winter Soldier – Bucky Barnes, brainwashed into a Hydra agent. It also introduces Anthony Mackie's Falcon, the future Captain America.

Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015):

Cap rejoins the Avengers to battle Ultron (James Spader), setting the stage for the Thanos conflict.

Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016):

Cap's highest-grossing solo film divides the Avengers into opposing factions led by Cap and Iron Man, while introducing Helmut Zemo as the antagonist.

Streaming: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018):

Cap participates in the Avengers' first encounter with Thanos, ultimately failing to prevent the devastating "Snap."

Streaming: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019):

Five years after Infinity War, the surviving Avengers, including Cap, attempt to undo Thanos's actions, culminating in the epic Battle of Earth. Steve Rogers passes the shield to Sam Wilson.

Streaming: Disney+

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

Sam Wilson's tenure as Captain America begins, confronting the Flag Smashers.

Streaming: Disney+

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

Sam Wilson confronts a global conspiracy involving President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford).

Where to Watch: 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). While appearances by both Mackie and Evans have been rumored, official confirmations remain limited.