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Marvel Cinematic Universe Movies In Release Order - Part 1

Marvel Cinematic Universe Movies In Release Order - Part 1

March 24, 2024

Many people are looking for the order of Marvel movies in terms of release and production dates. This is because these movies in particular are difficult to watch without knowing the order.

It can be said that Marvel Studios has produced many science fiction films, but they have linked all the films together. Here, the viewer needs to see those films in order to fully understand and follow the events.

In this article will show you the Marvel movie series in order by release date "Phase 1 to Phase 3"

To see the order of Phases from Phase 4 to Phase 6. Here

Marvel Movies in Release Order - "Phase 1 to 3"

  • Phase One: Assemble

1. Iron Man (2008)

Billionaire Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) is a genius inventor who gets kidnapped by terrorists in Afghanistan. Instead of building them a weapon, he creates a powerful armored suit to escape. Returning home, Stark refines the suit and becomes Iron Man, a superhero fighting against evil. Iron Man was the first movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Release date: May 2, 2008
Running time: 126 minutes

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2. The Incredible Hulk (2008)

Bruce Banner (Edward Norton), a scientist on the run from the U.S. Government, desperate to find a cure for the gamma radiation that turns him into the monstrous Hulk whenever he gets angry.  Forced to hide from the military led by General Thunderbolt Ross (William Hurt), Banner encounters a new threat – a powerful enemy called the Abomination.

Release date: June 13, 2008
Running time: 112 minutes

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3. Iron Man 2 (2010)

Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) enjoying his fame as Iron Man.  However, his success attracts pressure from the government and military who want him to share his Iron Man technology. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, along with Pepper Potts, and James "Rhodey" Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances - and confront powerful enemies.

Release date: May 7, 2010
Running time: 125 minutes

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4. Thor (2011)

Arrogant prince Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is banished to Earth by his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins). Stripped of his powers, Thor must learn humility on Earth. With the help of scientist Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), Thor battles threats from both Earth and his homeworld Asgard.

Release date: May 6, 2011
Running time: 114 minutes

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5. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

Set in World War II, tells the story of Steve Rogers (Chris Evans), a frail but determined young man who wants to fight for his country. Rejected by the military due to his health, Steve gets a second chance when he's chosen for a secret experiment that transforms him into the super soldier Captain America. Leading the fight against the Nazi-affiliated HYDRA organization, Captain America uses his strength and his unwavering spirit to defend freedom alongside his allies Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) and Peggy Carter (Hayley Atwell).

Release date: July 22, 2011
Running time: 124 minutes

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6. The Avengers (2012)

Nick Fury assembles Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor, Black Widow and Hawkeye to fight Loki and his alien army who threaten to take over Earth.

Release date: May 4, 2012
Running time: 143 minutes

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  • Phase Two: Age of Ultron

7. Iron Man 3 (2013)

Tony Stark grapples with anxiety as a terrorist targets him and his loved ones. Forced to rely on his wits and ingenuity more than ever, As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?

Release date: May 3, 2013
Running time: 131 minutes

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8. Thor: The Dark World (2013)

To stop the Dark Elves from engulfing the universe in darkness, Thor sets out on a dangerous mission that leads him back to Dr. Jane Foster.

Release date: November 8, 2013
Running time: 112 minutes

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9. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

Black Widow and Steve Rogers ,who struggles to embrace his role in the modern world, must team up to face a deadly new threat: the Winter Soldier, a shadowy assassin with a connection to Captain America's past.

Release date: March 26, 2014
Running time: 136 minutes

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10. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)

Stealing a mysterious orb on an alien world makes Peter Quill from Earth a target for the villainous Ronan. To stop Ronan and save the galaxy, Quill assembles a ragtag team of space heroes: the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Release date: July 31, 2014
Running time: 122 minutes

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11. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

Tony Stark and Bruce Banner's peacekeeping program, Ultron, becomes a deadly enemy.  Now the Avengers must assemble to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plan.

Release date: May 1, 2015
Running time: 141 minutes

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12. Ant-Man (2015)

Given a miraculous super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale that boosts the strength, cat burglar Scott Lang joins forces with Dr. Hank Pym on a heist to save the world.

Release date: July 17, 2015
Running time: 117 minutes

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  • Phase Three: Endgame

13. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

A clash over political involvement in the Avengers' affairs tears them apart, with Captain America and Iron Man on opposite sides

Release date: May 6, 2016
Running time: 147 minutes

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14. Doctor Strange (2016)

A brilliant neurosurgeon, in a journey of physical and spiritual healing, drawn into a transformative journey that unveils the power of the mystical arts.

Release date: November 4, 2016
Running time: 115 minutes

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15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)

Plagued by unresolved personal issues, especially Star-Lord's encounter with his celestial father Ego, the Guardians struggle to keep together as a team.

Release date: May 5, 2017
Running time: 136 minutes

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16. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

While balancing school life and his role as Spider-Man, Peter Parker confronts a mysterious new menace taking to the skies of New York City.

Release date: July 7, 2017
Running time: 133 minutes

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17. Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

Stranded on the savage planet Sakaar, Thor fights for his freedom and a desperate race against time to reach Asgard. He must stop the powerful and ruthless villain Hela from fulfilling the prophecy of Ragnarök – the ultimate destruction of his world.

Release date: November 3, 2017
Running time: 130 minutes

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18. Black Panther (2018)

As the heir to the technologically advanced but hidden kingdom of Wakanda, T'Challa's must step forward to lead his people into a new future after his coronation is threatened by a challenger from his nation's past.

Release date: February 13, 2018
Running time: 134 minutes

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19. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

Facing complete annihilation, the Avengers and their allies unite for a desperate attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.

Release date: April 27, 2018
Running time: 149 minutes

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20. Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)

Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym pull Scott Lang, aka Ant-Man, back into action for a pressing mission that requires both superhero skills to uncover secrets from their past.

Release date:  July 6, 2018
Running time: 118 minutes

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21. Captain Marvel (2019)

Earth becomes a battleground in an intergalactic war, forcing Carol Danvers to awaken her extraordinary powers and become one of the universe's mightiest heroes.

Release date: March 8, 2019
Running time: 124 minutes

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22. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Reeling from Thanos' devastating victory, a broken universe lies in ruins. The remaining Avengers, alongside their allies, unite for a final stand. Their mission is to defy the odds and reverse Thanos' actions to restore balance.

Release date: April 26, 2019
Running time: 181 minutes

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23. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)

After the world-altering events of Avengers: Endgame, Peter Parker grapples with his role as Spider-Man. New threats emerge, forcing him to step up and protect a world that has changed forever.

Release date: July 2, 2019
Running time: 129 minutes

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