How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Captain America's triumphant return! This week marks the release of his first solo film in almost a decade, a pivotal entry in Phase 5 of the MCU, fourteen years after his debut in Phase One. This new chapter, Brave New World, features Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as Captain America, succeeding Steve Rogers (Chris Evans).

For those eager to refresh their memory or experience the full Captain America saga before Brave New World, here's a chronological viewing guide:

The Captain America MCU Filmography (8 Films, 1 Series):

This list focuses solely on MCU-related content. The character's appearances across other media exceed 20. For a detailed, spoiler-filled recap leading to Brave New World, see IGN's "Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World".

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

This Phase One film details Steve Rogers' transformation and introduces Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan). Set during WWII, it pits Cap against the Red Skull and Hydra.

Streaming: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012):

Captain America joins Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to combat Loki's Earth invasion.

Streaming: Disney+

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

A tale of espionage and conspiracy, this film sees Cap and Black Widow confronting the Winter Soldier (Bucky Barnes). Anthony Mackie's Falcon is introduced.

Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015):

The Avengers face Ultron (James Spader), setting the stage for their confrontation with Thanos.

Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016):

Cap's highest-grossing solo film, depicting the Avengers' internal conflict between Cap and Iron Man, with Helmut Zemo as the antagonist.

Streaming: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018):

The Avengers' first battle against Thanos, resulting in devastating losses.

Streaming: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019):

The Avengers attempt to undo Thanos's actions, culminating in the epic Battle of Earth and Steve Rogers passing the shield to Sam Wilson.

Streaming: Disney+

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

Sam Wilson's journey as the new Captain America, battling the Flag Smashers.

Streaming: Disney+

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

Sam Wilson confronts a global threat under the shadow of President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford). The film's official synopsis: "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."

Release: In theaters February 14, 2025

What are you most excited for in Captain America: Brave New World? (Poll removed for this text-based response.)

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), though official confirmations are limited.