The Marvel Cinematic Universe has come a long way since its inception in 2008. From Iron Man to Avengers: Endgame, the franchise has grown into a global phenomenon, captivating audiences with its richly detailed world and memorable characters.
| Phase | Years | Films Included | Key TV (if included) | |-------|-------|----------------|------------------------| | Phase One | 2008–2012 | Iron Man, Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2, Thor, Captain America: TFA, The Avengers | – | | Phase Two | 2013–2015 | Iron Man 3, Thor: TDW, Captain America: TWS, Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: AoU, Ant-Man | – | | Phase Three | 2016–2019 | Civil War, Doctor Strange, Guardians 2, Spider-Man: HC, Thor: Ragnarok, Black Panther, Infinity War, Ant-Man 2, Captain Marvel, Endgame, Spider-Man: FFH | – | | Phase Four | 2021–2022 | Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Eternals, Spider-Man: NWH, Doctor Strange 2, Thor: L&T, Black Panther 2 | WandaVision, Loki, What If…?, Hawkeye, Moon Knight, Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk | | Phase Five | 2023–2025 | Ant-Man 3, Guardians 3, The Marvels, Deadpool & Wolverine, Captain America 4, Thunderbolts* | Secret Invasion, Loki S2, Echo, Agatha, Daredevil: BA, Ironheart | Marvel.Cinematic.Universe.MCU.Collection.2008-2...
In 2018, Black Panther, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa/Black Panther, became a cultural phenomenon, celebrating African culture and identity. The film's critical and commercial success marked a new milestone for the MCU. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has come a long