Captain America is set to make a thrilling return in his first standalone movie in nearly a decade, "Brave New World," marking a significant milestone in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Originally introduced during Marvel's Phase One, Captain America now embarks on a new journey in Phase 5, 14 years later. This upcoming film will be the first without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) as the iconic hero, with Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) stepping into the role, carrying the mantle passed to him at the end of "Avengers: Endgame."
For fans eager to dive into or revisit Captain America’s journey through the MCU before "Brave New World," we've curated a chronological list of his movies and the TV series in which he features prominently.
How Many Captain America MCU Movies Are There?
There are 8 MCU movies and one TV series where Captain America plays a significant role. When including non-MCU made-for-TV and animated movies, the count exceeds 20. However, our focus here is solely on the MCU canon.
For those looking for a detailed, spoiler-rich recap of the events 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 Trilogy [4K UHD + Blu-ray]
This collection includes "Captain America: The First Avenger," "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," and "Captain America: Civil War," along with bonus features for each film. See it at Amazon
Captain America Movies in Chronological Order
*Be warned, some descriptions include references to characters and plot points that are technically spoilers*
1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
Captain America was introduced into the MCU with "Captain America: The First Avenger" in 2011, marking the final solo superhero movie of Marvel’s Phase One. This film narrates Captain America’s origin story, detailing Steve Rogers’ transformation from a rejected military recruit to a superhuman war hero. It also introduces Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, who later becomes the Winter Soldier. The story unfolds against the backdrop of WWII, setting it as the earliest-set movie in the MCU timeline.
Where to Stream: Disney+
2. The Avengers (2012)
Captain America returned to the screen in "The Avengers" the following year. As hinted in "The First Avenger’s" end-credits scene, Captain America joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and the Hulk to thwart Loki’s invasion of Earth.
Where to Stream: Disney+
3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
Two years later, both in real life and within the MCU timeline, came "Captain America: The Winter Soldier." This sequel delves into espionage and conspiracy, culminating in Captain America and Black Widow confronting The Winter Soldier, revealed to be Bucky Barnes, now a brainwashed Hydra operative. The movie also introduces Anthony Mackie as Falcon, who eventually takes up the Captain America mantle.
Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz
4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
Captain America reappears in "Avengers: Age of Ultron" the following year, fighting alongside his superhero team against the titular villain, played by James Spader. The Avengers emerge victorious, and the mid-credits scene sets up their confrontation with Thanos.
Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz
5. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
A year later, "Captain America: Civil War" was released, becoming the highest-grossing standalone Captain America movie to date, earning over $1.1 billion globally. The film fractures the Avengers, with Captain America and Iron Man leading opposing factions, while Helmut Zemo emerges 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 striving to prevent The Mad Titan from eradicating half of all life in the universe. Despite their efforts, the team fails, but Captain America survives the Blip, setting the stage for "Avengers: Endgame."
Where to Stream: Disney+
7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
"Avengers: Endgame" spans across time but ultimately takes place five years after "Infinity War." Captain America and the remaining Avengers work to reverse the effects of Thanos’s Snap, leading to The Battle of Earth, the MCU’s largest battle to date. The film concludes 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 after "Endgame," the Disney+ series follows Wilson and Bucky Barnes as they confront the Flag Smashers, an anti-nationalist 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 mention of a "newly elected U.S. president" suggests the movie is set around late 2027 or early 2028, aligning with the U.S. presidential election cycle. "Brave New World" introduces Harrison Ford as President Ross, who transforms into Red Hulk, a role previously played by William Hurt. For those unafraid of spoilers, IGN's review of "Brave New World" offers further insights.
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. Reports from Deadline suggest both Mackie and Evans will feature in the film, though Evans has denied his involvement. Additionally, Captain America is likely to appear in "Avengers: Secret Wars," set for release on May 7, 2027. Anthony Mackie has hinted at his participation in both films, though Marvel has only confirmed Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom for these projects.
