The top 15 MCU films, ordered

Although Iron Man was a wonderful film when it was released in 2008, few people could have imagined that it would lead to the longest-running and most financially successful film series ever.

It's difficult to argue that Marvel's film output was so consistently fantastic for such a long time that it may never be surpassed by any other major company, regardless of how you feel about the present state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Let's examine the MCU's top films.

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Iron Man 3Iron Man 3 is one of the most controversial movies in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, even though it is one of its highest-grossing blockbusters. Though there aren't many action-packed Iron Man sequences in the film, Tony Stark-focused drama, action, and some of the finest humor in the series more than make up for it. Less than in Iron Man 3 . plus additional Considering the actors portraying the characters, Tony Stark: The Movie is a fantastic film.If you want to watch a major blockbuster that doesn't mind taking all kinds of ridiculous narrative risks, don't sleep on this one.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3GoTG Vol. 3 achieves a solid mix between the more intimate aspects of the second picture and the more action-packed, Star Wars--style action of the first. Despite being a substantial picture, it never quite achieves the pinnacles of the trilogy's first two features. Thematically, it makes sense, but it comes off more as a best hits collection, which may leave you wanting more. It's startling that Rocket becomes the major character instead of Starlord, especially after Rocket spends a significant amount of the film absent.James Gunn used to say that songs you wouldn't expect to see in the movie were one of the secrets to the success of the series. This guy rejects safe hits and kicks off Vol. 3 with Radiohead's "Creep," the most overplayed song in the history of motion pictures and trailers. Come on, it's still a hit song.

13. Marvel Universe

The Avengers flew if \i>Iron Man walked. The action scenes' direction seemed a little blah, and we spent much too much time with Hawkeye and Black Widow, but overall, this was the finest superhero ensemble film since X-Men 2 and it set the stage for even bigger things.The idea put out by Iron Man that humor is what keeps these movies together was cemented by Avengers, which also established a precedent for future ensemble films in the MCU. In addition, Avengers demonstrated that The Hulk merits a solo film, albeit that has yet to be released.

12. Spider-Man: Across the Universe

One of the most challenging roles in the MCU's history is shown in this film: handing over Tony Stark from Robert Downey Jr. to a newcomer. In addition, Far From Home keeps on the MCU trend of making Spider-Man's life difficult by excluding towering buildings for him to swing on, yet the film never fails to provide entertaining and outrageously inventive action scenes. In fact, because of how brilliantly the crew collaborated to bring Jake Gyllenhaal's superb Mysterio to life, Far From Home is among the most imaginative movies in the history of the MCU.The first two non-MCU Spider-Man films masterfully portrayed more dramatic emotional moments, which is the only thing keeping Far From Home from being among the MCU's top 5. This one is undoubtedly close to a home run.

11. Civil War Captain America

Everyone anticipated seeing Captain America and Iron Man battle it out for a very long time, and they certainly got their wish. Civil War functions as a Captain America film as well as a Avengers movie, picking up some of the espionage thriller strands left from Winter Soldier.This was also the point in the MCU's introduction of Spider-Man and Black Panther, two characters about whom many were either very happy or extremely concerned. Civil War delivered one of the most intimate, moving, and restrained third acts in the history of the MCU, effectively sowing the seeds of greatness that we'd later witness in other films.

10. Iron Man

If you were there for the 2008 premiere of Iron Man, you saw the beginning of the real comic book movie era. The majority of the first Iron Man was filmed without a written screenplay, as you may not be aware. Yes, the incredible chemistry, humor, and never-before-seen action scenes with a guy in a jet-powered suit are almost miraculous.Iron Man not only worked, but it served as a model for the MCU's success as well. You should have around the same amount of time if you watch it again today as you did the first time.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2Vol. 2 of Guardians of the Galaxy is an odd sequel because, rather than going all out on an even more spectacular adventure, it somewhat scales down the original one's scope. However, the outcome is fantastic. The change was done to provide more room for the bizarre relationships between this group of individuals to develop and to introduce the character of Star-Lord's father.The end product is a startlingly poignant journey with some of the most exquisite sights and, strangely enough, some of the series' funniest moments.

8. The Winter Soldier, Captain America

Winter Soldier is not only an amazing superhero movie, but it also functions as an intense and captivating espionage thriller with some of the finest action sequences in the franchise. Despite the heavy use of computer graphics in its larger sets, every sequence between Cap and the eponymous Winter Soldier has some of the most brilliantly coordinated action ever captured on screen.Winter Soldier is another historically significant film for the MCU, given that it demonstrated to Marvel the directing talent of the Russo Brothers. After working on this movie Civil War, they were eventually chosen to direct the two largest films in the series, Infinity War and Endgame.

7. Panthera Black

Black Panther merits all the affection bestowed upon it. Marvel offers space for superheroes who may be somber and even reserved at times, as seen by the late Chadwick Boseman's portrayal of T'Challa.If Winter Soldier can pass for a fantastic American spy thriller, then Black Panther manages to pass for a James Bond film, including one of the finest and scariest villains in the franchise's history in Eric Killmonger. The movie's hurried and mediocre CGI has drawn criticism, yet the battle sequences are excellent.

6. Ragnarok (Thor)

I'm not sure how Disney decided it was a good idea to make another Thor movie after two very bad ones, but we were all winners because it took this enormous risk.It's difficult to top Ragnarok for pure enjoyment. Thor Ragnarok totally reimagines the character to match the MCU, doing away with the excessively somber Thor of the two preceding chapters. Including The Hulk in Ragnarok was another brilliant move. This film did a terrific job of effectively transforming The Hulk into a hilarious character. Not only is Ragnarok an excellent Thor film, but it's also a fantastic buddy super hero film that makes me wonder what unexpected superhero team-up could happen next.

5. Endgame for Avengers

For those who like CGI chaos, Endgame is quite likely the finest film ever produced. Even if the constant barrage of computer-generated imagery these films seem to cover the screen with has already begun to wear thin, Final Stage is still a huge amount of fun. At first, it may seem strange to combine a sci-fi war epic with the Ocean's Eleven series, but Final Score exceeded expectations.Even though it may seem obese to some at some stages, Endgame has a surprisingly intricate narrative, a ton of emotionally poignant moments, some amazing action sequences, and a fantastic conclusion to the MCU's (first?) golden era.

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Spider-Man: HomecomingAlmost anything after the terrible Amazing Spider-Man 2Spider-Man–related would have been appropriate for me, but this one was unique. Although the characters and their interactions are really well-written and entertaining, Jon Watts' filmmaking isn't the most exciting or creative I've ever seen. Tom Holland is excellent as Peter Parker and Spider-Man, while Michael Keaton is one of the most compelling and likable antagonists in the series as the Vulture.I wouldn't describe Homecoming as a blast, but it does have some really humorous and unique action moments. I would characterize it as a tremendously cozy, entertaining, and unexpected journey that fans of Spider-Man definitely need to experience.

3. Galaxy's Guardians

To be quite clear, I don't think anybody who wasn't involved in the film's creation had any faith in this endeavor. The majority of people probably had no idea that the Guardians Of The Galaxy were real at all. Nevertheless, or maybe because of it, James Gunn was able to play about with the Super Hero concept. The end product is the uncommon Super Hero movie that has the opportunity to present a mostly new cast of heroes to the general audience.The Guardians themselves and the antics they endure to discover the fortitude necessary to make their crazy bunch cooperate to rescue the galaxy are the film's finest assets, despite the outstanding action. The MCU's most unexpected film, Guardians of the Galaxy, is also maybe the greatest Star Wars production in a long time.

2. Spider-Man: The Return

If it's unusual to see the third installment in a trilogy surpass the first two movies in the series, then witnessing a third entry that accomplishes this feat and functions as a trilogy ender for three distinct trilogies is really exceptional.Home Is Not Here is a dream come true since it plays more like a superior Avengers movie, where all of the villains are Spider-Man enemies and all of the Avengers are Spider-Men. No Way Home revitalizes the elements of the greatest Spider-Man movies that we already loved and fixes the worst aspects of the negative ones, all without ever seeming like fan service. This one really has a heart pounding inside of it, as Spider-Man fans should always feel.

Avengers: Infinity WarIt was a difficult choice, but Infinity War is perhaps the most balanced film in the series—as it should be—with a complete combination of action, thrills, humor, and even horror.Despite dealing with never-before-seen stakes, the film moves at a breakneck speed, balancing action and expose without ever seeming hurried. Few characters seem underutilized, and it has the largest ensemble cast the show has ever had.It's also among the bravest entries in the series as it adopts the very audacious strategy of making its antagonist the primary character. Curiously, Infinity War proved to be so successful that it dwarfed Endgame, the film it was supposed to preface.