How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Captain America returns to the big screen this week in his first solo outing in almost a decade! A mainstay of the MCU since Phase One, the character now leads us into Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years after his debut. This time, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) takes up the shield, succeeding Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) as Captain America, a mantle passed down at the end of *Avengers: Endgame*.

Planning a Captain America MCU marathon before seeing Brave New World? We've compiled a chronological viewing guide of all his appearances in the MCU.

How Many Captain America MCU Movies Are There?

Captain America features prominently in eight MCU films and one TV series. While the character appears in over 20 films and shows across all Marvel media, this list focuses solely on MCU-related content. For a detailed, spoiler-filled recap leading up to Brave New World, check out IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

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Captain America Movies in Chronological Order

Note: Some descriptions contain spoilers.

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

Captain America: The First Avenger, the final solo superhero film of Marvel's Phase One, introduces us to Steve Rogers's journey from rejected recruit to super-soldier. This origin story also introduces Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, setting the stage for his significant role as the Winter Soldier. The film pits Cap against the Red Skull and Hydra during World War II, establishing it as the earliest entry in the MCU timeline.

Where to Stream: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012)

As teased in *The First Avenger*'s post-credits scene, Captain America joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and the Hulk in *The Avengers* to combat Loki's invasion of Earth.

Where to Stream: Disney+

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

Captain America: The Winter Soldier, a tale of espionage and conspiracy, sees Cap and Black Widow confronting the Winter Soldier—Bucky Barnes, brainwashed into serving Hydra. This film also introduces Anthony Mackie as Falcon, the future Captain America.

Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

Cap rejoins the Avengers in *Avengers: Age of Ultron* to battle James Spader's Ultron. The film's mid-credits scene foreshadows the conflict with Thanos.

Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Captain America: Civil War, Cap's highest-grossing solo film, depicts a rift within the Avengers, pitting Captain America and Iron Man against each other, with Helmut Zemo as the antagonist.

Where to Stream: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

In *Avengers: Infinity War*, Cap and the Avengers attempt to stop Thanos from wiping out half of all life. Despite their efforts, Thanos succeeds, setting the stage for *Endgame*.

Where to Stream: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Five years after *Infinity War*, *Avengers: Endgame* sees the surviving Avengers reverse Thanos's actions, culminating in a massive battle and Steve Rogers passing the shield to Sam Wilson.

Where to Stream: Disney+

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

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier follows Sam Wilson as the new Captain America, battling the Flag Smashers six months after *Endgame*.

Where to Stream: Disney+

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Following his encounter with President Thaddeus Ross, Sam Wilson finds himself embroiled in an international incident, uncovering a global conspiracy. This film introduces Harrison Ford as President Ross/Red Hulk.

Where to Watch: In theaters starting February 14, 2025

The Future of Captain America in the MCU

Following Brave New World, Captain America's next appearance is likely in *Avengers: Doomsday* (May 1, 2026), though reports of Chris Evans' involvement remain unconfirmed. Anthony Mackie has hinted at his presence in both *Doomsday* and *Avengers: Secret Wars* (May 7, 2027), with Robert Downey Jr. confirmed to appear as Doctor Doom in the latter.