How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Captain America returns to the big screen this week in his first solo outing in nearly a decade. A mainstay of the MCU since Phase One, he’s now set to lead Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years after his initial appearance. This film marks a significant shift, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) takes up the mantle, succeeding Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) following the events of Avengers: Endgame.

For those eager to refresh their memory or experience the full Captain America saga before Brave New World, we've compiled a chronological list of 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 including non-MCU productions, this list focuses solely on MCU-related content.

For a detailed, spoiler-filled recap of the events leading to Brave New World, explore 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)

Introduced in 2011's Captain America: The First Avenger, the final solo film of Marvel's Phase One, we witness Steve Rogers' transformation from a rejected recruit into a super-soldier. This film also introduces Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, whose future role as the Winter Soldier is pivotal. The story unfolds during WWII, pitting Cap against the Red Skull and Hydra, making it the earliest entry in the MCU timeline.

Where to Stream: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012)

Captain America returns in The Avengers, teaming up with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and the Hulk to thwart Loki's invasion of Earth, as teased in The First Avenger's post-credits scene.

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 a Hydra operative. This film 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 the titular villain, played by James Spader. 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, divides the Avengers into opposing factions led by Cap and Iron Man, with Helmut Zemo as the main antagonist.

Where to Stream: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

Avengers: Infinity War depicts the Avengers' first attempt to stop Thanos from decimating half of all life. Despite their failure, Captain America survives the Snap, setting the stage for Endgame.

Where to Stream: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Avengers: Endgame, set five years after Infinity War, shows the surviving Avengers reversing Thanos's Snap, culminating in the epic Battle of Earth. The film concludes with Steve Rogers passing his shield to Sam Wilson.

Where to Stream: Disney+

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

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier introduces Sam Wilson as Captain America. Set six months after Endgame, the series follows Wilson and Bucky Barnes as they combat the Flag Smashers.

Where to Stream: Disney+

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Following the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Captain America: Brave New World sees Sam Wilson facing an international incident after a meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. The 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 anticipated in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026), with reports suggesting appearances from both Mackie and Evans, though Evans has refuted his involvement. A potential appearance in Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027) has also been hinted at, with Robert Downey Jr. confirmed as Doctor Doom.