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

For those eager to revisit Captain America's MCU journey before experiencing "Brave New World," we've compiled a chronological viewing guide.

Captain America's MCU Appearances:

The MCU boasts eight films and one TV series prominently featuring Captain America. This list excludes non-MCU productions. For a detailed, spoiler-filled recap leading to "Brave New World," explore IGN's "Captain America Recap: The Messy Marvel Timeline That Led to Brave New World."

Chronological Order of Captain America Films:

(Note: Some descriptions contain minor spoilers)

1. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011): Steve Rogers' transformation from a frail recruit into the super-soldier Captain America unfolds during WWII. This origin story introduces Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), later the Winter Soldier.

   Streaming: Disney+

2. The Avengers (2012): Cap joins forces with Iron Man, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Thor, and Hulk to defend Earth from Loki's invasion.

   Streaming: Disney+

3. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014): A conspiracy thriller involving espionage and the return of the brainwashed Bucky Barnes as the Winter Soldier. Introduces Falcon (Anthony Mackie), the future Captain America.

   Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): The Avengers confront Ultron, setting the stage for the Thanos conflict.

   Streaming: Disney+ or Starz

5. Captain America: Civil War (2016): A conflict divides the Avengers, pitting Captain America against Iron Man, with Helmut Zemo as the mastermind. This film holds the record for highest-grossing Captain America standalone film.

   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 reverse Thanos's actions, culminating in a massive battle 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 orchestrated by a mysterious mastermind, with the introduction of President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford).

   Release: In theaters February 14, 2025

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Captain America's Future:

Captain America's appearances in Avengers: Doomsday (May 1, 2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (May 7, 2027) remain uncertain, though hints suggest Mackie's continued presence.