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Marvel Cinematic Universe Films: Ranked

Author:Kristen Update:Feb 18,2025

Captain America: Brave New World has arrived, prompting another look at the Marvel Cinematic Universe's impressive 35-film collection. But which MCU film reigns supreme in your heart? Do you cherish the early origin stories like Iron Man, or do the epic Infinity Saga team-ups hold a special place? Share your preferences using our interactive tier list tool below.

With so many films to choose from, it's worth noting this list only encompasses Kevin Feige's MCU productions, excluding Sony's Marvel ventures (sorry, X-Men, except Wolverine). Here's my personal ranking, based purely on my viewing enjoyment:

Simon Cardy's MCU Tier List

Sadly, Brave New World falls short of expectations for me, burdened by what I consider the MCU's most cumbersome script to date, relegating it to the D tier. My placement of 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine in the lower tier might surprise some, but it simply didn't resonate with me. (You can find a detailed explanation here.) However, it's not the MCU's absolute worst; that dubious honor currently belongs to Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, a clear D-tier entry.

Conversely, my top tier features five exceptional films. Captain America: Civil War and Winter Soldier easily earn S-tier status, masterfully exploring the MCU's emotional core and paranoid espionage, respectively. Thor: Ragnarok shines as one of the funniest comedies of the last decade, and Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame deliver a spectacular, phenomenal conclusion to the franchise's most crucial chapter.

Disagree? Believe No Way Home is the best of the Tom Holland Spider-Man trilogy? Think Black Panther deserves an S-tier ranking? Create your own MCU movie tier list below and compare your S, A, B, C, and D tiers with the IGN community.

Every MCU Movie Tier List

Do you believe a particular Marvel film is underrated? Share your thoughts and ranking rationale in the comments below.