How Many Marvel Movies Are There?
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has become a cultural phenomenon since its inception, captivating audiences worldwide with its interconnected storylines and iconic characters. As of now, Marvel Studios has released a total of 34 movies within the MCU, starting with Iron Man in 2008 and continuing through Deadpool & Wolverine in 2024.
The Phases of the MCU
Marvel Studios organizes its movies into different “Phases”, each representing a distinct chapter in the overarching narrative. Here’s a breakdown of the movies released in each phase:
Phase One (2008-2012)
- Iron Man (2008)
- The Incredible Hulk (2008)
- Iron Man 2 (2010)
- Thor (2011)
- Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
- The Avengers (2012)
Phase Two (2013-2015)
- Iron Man 3 (2013)
- Thor: The Dark World (2013)
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
- Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
- Ant-Man (2015)
Phase Three (2016-2019)
- Captain America: Civil War (2016)
- Doctor Strange (2016)
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
- Black Panther (2018)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Ant-Man and The Wasp (2018)
- Captain Marvel (2019)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
Phase Four (2021-2023)
- Black Widow (2021)
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
- Eternals (2021)
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
- Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)
Phase Five (2023-2024)
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023)
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
- The Marvels (2023)
- Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
Marvel’s Expanding Universe
In addition to the 34 movies, Marvel Studios has also expanded its universe through various television series and specials. Since 2021, Marvel has released ten television series, starting with WandaVision and including popular titles like Loki and Ms. Marvel. These series often tie directly into the events of the movies, providing deeper context and character development.
Box Office Success
The MCU is the highest-grossing movie franchise of all time, having grossed over $29.8 billion at the global box office. Ten of its movies are among the 50 highest-grossing movies of all time, including The Avengers, Black Panther, and Avengers: Endgame, the latter of which was the highest-grossing movie of all time from July 2019 until March 2021.
Future of the MCU
Marvel Studios shows no signs of slowing down. With at least 11 more movies in various stages of development, the MCU continues to expand its universe, introducing new characters and storylines that promise to keep audiences engaged for years to come.
Looking Ahead
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has not only redefined the superhero genre but has also set new standards for cinematic storytelling. With a robust slate of upcoming movies and series, Marvel Studios is poised to continue its dominance in the entertainment industry, offering fans an ever-expanding universe to explore. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer, there’s never been a better time to dive into the world of Marvel.
