How to Watch the Captain America Movies in Order

Captain America returns to the big screen this week in his first solo film in almost a decade. A mainstay of the MCU since Phase One, he now takes center stage in Phase Five's Brave New World, fourteen years after his debut. This marks the first Captain America movie without Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) wielding the shield, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) carries the mantle passed to him in Avengers: Endgame.

For those eager to refresh their memories or experience the full MCU Captain America saga before Brave New World, we've compiled a chronological list of his appearances in films and TV series.

How Many Captain America MCU Movies Are There?

Captain America plays a prominent role 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 leading up to Brave New World, check out IGN's Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World.

Captain America Trilogy [4K UHD + Blu-ray]

Includes Captain America: The First Avenger, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and Captain America: Civil War, along with bonus features.

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 superhero film of Marvel's Phase One, we witness Steve Rogers' transformation from rejected recruit to super-soldier. This film also introduces Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, later to become the Winter Soldier. The story pits Cap against the Red Skull and Hydra during WWII, establishing its place as the earliest entry in the MCU timeline.

Where to Stream: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012)

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

Where to Stream: Disney+

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

Two years later, Captain America: The Winter Soldier delves into espionage and conspiracy, culminating in a confrontation between Cap and Black Widow against 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 James Spader's titular villain. The Avengers prevail, and a mid-credits scene sets the stage for their 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 factions led by Cap and Iron Man, while introducing Helmut Zemo as the antagonist.

Where to Stream: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

In Avengers: Infinity War, the first part of the battle against Thanos, Cap and the Avengers attempt to stop Thanos from wiping out half of all life, ultimately failing but surviving the Snap.

Where to Stream: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Avengers: Endgame, set five years after Infinity War, sees the surviving Avengers reverse Thanos's Snap, leading to the epic Battle of Earth. The film concludes with 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 Captain America, battling the Flag Smashers six months after Endgame.

Where to Stream: Disney+

9. Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Following events in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Captain America: Brave New World sees Sam Wilson facing an international incident after meeting President Thaddeus Ross, 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), with potential appearances by both Mackie and Evans, though Evans has refuted reports of his involvement. Further appearances are also anticipated in Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027), with only Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom officially confirmed.