Captain America returns to the big screen this week in his first solo outing in almost 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 debut. This film marks a significant shift, as Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) takes up the shield, succeeding Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) after the events of Avengers: Endgame.

For those eager to revisit or experience Captain America's complete MCU journey 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 features prominently in eight MCU films and one TV series. While his appearances extend beyond the MCU to other media, this list focuses solely on MCU-related content.

For a deeper dive into the events leading to Brave New World (with spoilers!), check out 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

*Please note: Some descriptions may contain minor 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 to a super-soldier. This film also introduces Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, whose future role as the Winter Soldier is significant. The story unfolds during WWII, making it the earliest entry in the MCU timeline.

Where to Stream: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012)

Captain America joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and the Hulk in The Avengers to counter Loki's invasion of Earth, a storyline hinted at 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 Captain America and Black Widow confronting the Winter Soldier—Bucky Barnes, brainwashed into serving Hydra. This film introduces Anthony Mackie as Falcon, the future Captain America.

Where to Stream: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

Captain America 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, depicts a rift within the Avengers, pitting Captain America and Iron Man against each other, with Helmut Zemo as the antagonist.

Where to Stream: Disney+

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

In Avengers: Infinity War, the first part of the Thanos saga, Captain America joins the fight against the Mad Titan, though their efforts to prevent Thanos's devastating snap ultimately fail.

Where to Stream: Disney+

7. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Five years after Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame shows the surviving Avengers reversing 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's journey as the new Captain America, battling the Flag Smashers six months after Endgame.

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 embroiled in an international incident after meeting 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 likely 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 only Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom officially confirmed for either film.