Narrative Chronology
The viewing order in the Marvel universe, from World War II to the Secret Wars.
📺 The Official Marvel Timeline Explained
4-part series by Kevin Bukkart explaining the complete MCU timeline in chronological order.
#1 — From Big Bang to 2008
#2 — From Iron Man to 2018
#3 — From 2018 to 2024
#4 — From 2024 to 2029
Source: Kevin BukkartVisit website
Narrative timeline
Eyes of Wakanda
Animated series exploring the history of Wakanda.
Captain America: The First Avenger
The historical entry point of the MCU with Captain America's origin.
Agent Carter (One-Shot)
Peggy Carter on a solo mission after the war.
Agent Carter (Series)
Peggy Carter in post-war America.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Introduction of the Fantastic Four into the MCU.
Captain Marvel
Major cosmic bridge to the modern era of the MCU.
Iron Man
The launch of the modern MCU with Tony Stark and Iron Man.
Iron Man 2
Tony Stark battles arc reactor poisoning and Ivan Vanko's vendetta while resisting government pressure. Introduces Black Widow and War Machine.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer
Coulson on his way to New Mexico.
Thor
The introduction of the God of Thunder and Marvel's cosmos.
The Incredible Hulk
The story of Bruce Banner and his transformation into Hulk.
The Consultant
Short film about Coulson and Sitwell's mission.
The Avengers
The first founding assembly of the Avengers.
Item 47
A couple finds a Chitauri weapon after the Battle of New York.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Coulson's team protects the world from supernatural threats.
Thor: The Dark World
Thor defends Asgard against the forces of darkness.
Iron Man 3
After the Battle of New York, Tony Stark suffers from anxiety attacks. When the Mandarin terrorizes the country and destroys his home, he must prove he is more than his armor.
All Hail the King
Trevor Slattery in prison after Iron Man 3.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Political pivot and espionage in the MCU.
Guardians of the Galaxy
Cosmic opening of the MCU with a unique tone.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Deepening of characters and the cosmos.
I Am Groot
Animated shorts following Baby Groot's adventures.
Daredevil
Matt Murdock protects Hell's Kitchen.
Jessica Jones
Private detective with superhuman powers.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Tony Stark creates Ultron, an AI meant to protect Earth, but it decides to annihilate humanity. The Avengers must unite to stop the threat and discover Vision, born from the Mind Stone.
Ant-Man
Introduction of Scott Lang and the quantum realm.
Luke Cage
Bulletproof hero of Harlem.
Iron Fist
Danny Rand and the power of the Iron Fist.
The Defenders
Reunion of New York's heroes.
Captain America: Civil War
Central fracture of the Avengers and ideological conflict.
Black Widow
Return to Natasha Romanoff's past.
Black Panther
Presentation of Wakanda and its cultural richness.
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Integration of Spider-Man into the MCU with Tom Holland.
The Punisher
Frank Castle at war against crime.
Doctor Strange
Mystical opening and introduction of the multiverse.
Cloak & Dagger
Two teenagers with complementary powers.
Thor: Ragnarok
Destruction of Asgard and new direction for Thor.
Ant-Man and the Wasp
Exploration of the quantum realm and its mysteries.
Avengers: Infinity War
Cosmic shock and total convergence of heroes.
Avengers: Endgame
End of the Infinity Saga cycle.
Loki
After Endgame, a Loki variant is captured by the TVA (Time Variance Authority) and discovers the multiverse is controlled by He Who Remains. His final decision opens Pandora's box.
WandaVision
Emotional and mystical turning point of the multiverse.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Introduction of hero Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes team up against the Flag-Smashers while the US government appoints a new Captain America. Sam must decide whether to accept Steve Rogers' legacy.
Spider-Man: Far From Home
Consequences of Endgame and introduction of Mysterio.
Eternals
Presentation of the Eternals and cosmic mythology.
Spider-Man: No Way Home
Frontal collision of Marvel universes at the cinema.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Frontal expansion of multiversal chaos.
Hawkeye
Clint Barton tries to get home for Christmas but his Ronin past catches up. He teams up with Kate Bishop, a young archer who admires him, to face the Tracksuit Mafia and Kingpin.
Moon Knight
Marc Spector, a mercenary with dissociative identity disorder, discovers he is the avatar of Khonshu, Egyptian moon god. He confronts Arthur Harrow in a race to free Ammit.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Grief and succession in Wakanda.
Echo
Maya Lopez returns to her Choctaw reservation after confronting Kingpin. She discovers an ancestral power tied to her lineage and must protect her community while settling her score with Fisk.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
Jennifer Walters and her legal and heroic adventures.
Ms. Marvel
Kamala Khan, a teenage Avengers superfan in Jersey City, discovers a family bracelet that grants her cosmic powers. She must protect her family from an interdimensional threat while managing her double life.
Ironheart
Riri Williams builds her own armor.
Thor: Love and Thunder
Return of Jane Foster and new cosmic adventures.
Werewolf by Night
Disney+ Halloween special featuring Jack Russell and the Werewolf by Night.
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Disney+ Christmas special with the Guardians of the Galaxy.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Deep exploration of the quantum realm and Kang.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Epic conclusion of the Guardians saga.
Secret Invasion
Nick Fury discovers a Skrull faction has infiltrated Earth's highest levels of power. Betrayed and isolated, he must thwart their plan before they trigger a world war.
The Marvels
Reunion of Carol Danvers, Monica Rambeau and Kamala Khan.
Loki Season 2
Loki and Mobius try to save the crumbling TVA. Facing He Who Remains' variants, Loki makes a definitive sacrifice to protect the multiverse, becoming the God of Stories.
Deadpool & Wolverine
Open bridge between Fox legacy and the MCU.
Agatha All Along
Agatha Harkness, stripped of her powers by Wanda, manipulates a coven to traverse the Witches' Road, a deadly path to ultimate power. Each trial reveals her companions' secrets.
Daredevil: Born Again
Matt Murdock resumes his fight against Wilson Fisk, now Mayor of New York. With the help of White Tiger and old allies, Daredevil must dismantle corruption from within.
Captain America: Brave New World
New chapter with Sam Wilson as Captain America.
Thunderbolts*
Anti-hero team assembled by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine.
Wonder Man
Simon Williams, ionic-powered actor and superhero, enters the MCU. Season 2 renewed.
Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2
The continuation of Matt Murdock's adventures in the MCU. 8 episodes, finale on May 5, 2026. Already renewed for Season 3.
The Punisher: One Last Kill
Marvel Television Special Presentation with Frank Castle's return in a bloody mission.
VisionQuest
WandaVision sequel. White Vision tries to recover his memories. Ultron confirmed as villain. Showrunner: Terry Matalas (Star Trek: Picard).
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
4 years after No Way Home. Peter alone, erased from loved ones' memories. Surprising physical evolution. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.
Avengers: Doomsday
First part of the new Avengers saga. Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU as Doctor Doom (Victor von Doom). An expanded cast has been announced (each character's role details subject to official Marvel Studios confirmation).
Avengers: Secret Wars
Epic conclusion of the Multiverse Saga.
Untitled MCU Film (May 2028)
Date reserved by Disney/Marvel Studios for Phase 7. Main speculation: X-Men (MCU reboot). Writer Michael Lesslie and director Jake Schreier (Thunderbolts*) are attached, in pre-production since August 2025. Phase 7 is rumored to be the "Mutant Saga".
Untitled MCU Film (July 2028)
Date reserved by Disney/Marvel Studios for Phase 7. Main speculation: Black Panther 3. Ryan Coogler (director/writer) confirmed it as his next project after Sinners. Filming could start after Secret Wars.
Untitled MCU Film (December 2028)
Date reserved by Disney/Marvel Studios for Phase 7. Main speculation: Fantastic Four 2 (First Steps sequel). Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach would reprise their roles. Matt Shackman could return to direct.
Untitled MCU Film (May 2029)
Date reserved by Disney/Marvel Studios for Phase 7. Main speculation: Doctor Strange 3. Benedict Cumberbatch remains central to the post-Multiverse Saga MCU. It would be 7 years after Multiverse of Madness.
Untitled MCU Film (July 2029)
Date reserved by Disney/Marvel Studios for Phase 7. Main speculation: Shang-Chi 2. In development since 2021, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (after Wonder Man and Spider-Man: Brand New Day). Simu Liu and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II expected.
What If…?
Exploration of alternate MCU realities.
Marvel Zombies
Animated series in a Marvel zombie universe.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
Animated series about Spider-Man's early days.
Blade
Introduction of Blade into the MCU with Mahershala Ali. Uncertain status: the project has experienced multiple delays and director changes. Writer Eric Pearson joined in 2024. Recent rumors (March 2026) suggest Marvel may abandon the solo film, though this is not officially confirmed.