Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fans have been eagerly waiting for the next installment in the franchise since Captain America: Civil War hit theaters in 2016. The film was a massive success, grossing over $1.1 billion worldwide, and it left fans wanting more. So, what is the next Marvel movie after Civil War?
Well, the answer is a bit complicated because several movies were released after Civil War, and some of them were even set before the events of Civil War. But if we are talking about the next Marvel movie in terms of the chronological order of the MCU, then the answer is Doctor Strange.
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Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange was released in November 2016, just a few months after Civil War. The film introduced us to the character of Doctor Stephen Strange, played by Benedict Cumberbatch. The film follows the journey of a brilliant but arrogant neurosurgeon who learns the mystical arts after a car accident leaves his hands severely injured. Doctor Strange becomes the protector of the world against mystical threats, and he is recruited by the Avengers in the future to help fight against Thanos.
The film received positive reviews from both fans and critics, and it grossed over $677 million worldwide. It also introduced us to the concept of the multiverse, which has become a major plot point in the MCU.
After Doctor Strange, the next Marvel movie in the timeline is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which was released in May 2017. The film picks up a few months after the events of the first Guardians of the Galaxy and follows the team as they try to uncover the mystery of Peter Quill’s father. The film was another success for Marvel, grossing over $863 million worldwide.
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Spider-Man: Homecoming
Spider-Man: Homecoming was the next Marvel movie to be released after Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. The film was released in July 2017 and introduced Tom Holland as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, who first appeared in Civil War. The film takes place a few months after the events of Civil War and follows Peter as he tries to balance his life as a high school student and his duties as Spider-Man. The film was another success for Marvel, grossing over $880 million worldwide.
After Spider-Man: Homecoming, the next Marvel movie was Thor: Ragnarok, which was released in November 2017. The film follows Thor as he tries to save Asgard from the Goddess of Death, Hela, with the help of his brother Loki and the Hulk. The film was a departure from the previous Thor movies, featuring a more comedic tone and a new look for the character. The film was another success for Marvel, grossing over $854 million worldwide.
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Thor: Ragnarok
After Thor: Ragnarok, the next Marvel movie in the timeline is Black Panther, which was released in February 2018. The film takes place shortly after the events of Civil War and follows T’Challa as he becomes the king of Wakanda and battles against the villainous Killmonger. Black Panther was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide and becoming the first superhero film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
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Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War was the next Marvel movie to be released after Black Panther. The film was released in April 2018 and brought together the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy to battle against the villainous Thanos. The film was a massive success, grossing over $2 billion worldwide and becoming the fourth-highest-grossing film of all time.
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Ant-Man and The Wasp
Ant-Man and The Wasp was the next Marvel movie to be released after Infinity War. The film was released in July 2018 and takes place before the events of Infinity War. The film follows Scott Lang as he tries to balance his life as a father and a superhero, while also teaming up with Hope van Dyne (the Wasp) to rescue her mother from the Quantum Realm. The film was a success, grossing over $622 million worldwide.
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Captain Marvel
Captain Marvel was the next Marvel movie to be released after Ant-Man and The Wasp. The film takes place in the 1990s and follows Carol Danvers as she becomes Captain Marvel, an intergalactic hero who helps the Kree fight against the shape-shifting Skrulls. The film was a major success, grossing over $1.1 billion worldwide and becoming the first female-led superhero film to cross the $1 billion mark.
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Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: Endgame was the next Marvel movie to be released after Captain Marvel. The film was released in April 2019 and brought an end to the Infinity Saga, which began with Iron Man in 2008. The film follows the remaining Avengers as they try to undo the damage caused by Thanos in Infinity War. The film was a massive success, grossing over $2.79 billion worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of all time until it was surpassed by Avatar.
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Spider-Man: Far From Home
Spider-Man: Far From Home was the next Marvel movie to be released after Endgame. The film takes place a few months after the events of Endgame and follows Peter Parker as he goes on a school trip to Europe, where he teams up with Mysterio to fight against the Elementals. The film was a success, grossing over $1.13 billion worldwide.
Since Spider-Man: Far From Home, several other Marvel movies and TV shows have been released, including Black Widow, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Eternals, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and the Disney+ series WandaVision, The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Loki, and Hawkeye.
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Black Widow
Black Widow was released in July 2021 and takes place after the events of Captain America: Civil War. The film follows Natasha Romanoff as she confronts her past and battles against the villainous Taskmaster. The film was a success, grossing over $379 million worldwide.
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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was released in September 2021 and introduces us to the character of Shang-Chi, played by Simu Liu. The film follows Shang-Chi as he confronts his past and battles against his father, the leader of the Ten Rings organization. The film was a major success, grossing over $430 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing film of 2021.
Eternals was released in November 2021 and introduces us to a group of immortal beings who have been living on Earth for thousands of years. The film follows the Eternals as they come out of hiding to battle against their evil counterparts, the Deviants. The film was a success, grossing over $400 million worldwide.
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Spider-Man: No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home is set to be released in December 2021 and will follow Peter Parker as he teams up with Doctor Strange to battle against villains from other dimensions. The film is highly anticipated by fans, and it is expected to be a major success.
In terms of upcoming Marvel movies, there are several that have been announced, including Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Thor: Love and Thunder, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, The Marvels, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, Blade, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is set to be released in March 2022 and will follow Doctor Strange as he explores the multiverse and battles against the villainous Nightmare. The film is expected to be a major event in the MCU and will feature appearances from other popular characters like Wanda Maximoff (the Scarlet Witch) and Wong.
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Thor: Love and Thunder
Thor: Love and Thunder is set to be released in May 2022 and will see the return of Chris Hemsworth as Thor, as well as the introduction of Jane Foster (played by Natalie Portman) as the Mighty Thor. The film is expected to be a wild ride and will feature appearances from characters like Valkyrie and the Guardians of the Galaxy.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is set to be released in November 2022 and will serve as a tribute to Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2020. The film will follow the characters of Wakanda as they deal with the loss of their king, T’Challa. The film is expected to be an emotional and powerful experience for fans of the character and the actor.
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The Marvels
The Marvels is set to be released in February 2023 and will feature the return of Brie Larson as Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel), as well as the introductions of Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel) and Monica Rambeau (previously seen in WandaVision). The film is expected to be a celebration of female superheroes in the MCU and will feature exciting action and heartfelt moments.
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Ant-Man and The Wasp
Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania is set to be released in July 2023 and will see the return of Paul Rudd as Scott Lang (Ant-Man) and Evangeline Lilly as Hope van Dyne (the Wasp). The film will also feature the introduction of Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror, a major villain in the comics. The film is expected to be a mind-bending adventure through the Quantum Realm and beyond.
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Blade
Blade is a new Marvel movie that has been announced, but no release date has been set yet. The film will feature Mahershala Ali as the titular character, a vampire hunter. The film is expected to be a darker and grittier entry in the MCU and will introduce audiences to a new corner of the Marvel Universe.
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is also a new Marvel movie that has been announced, but no release date has been set yet. The film will see the return of the Guardians of the Galaxy as they continue their adventures through space. The film is expected to be a wild and hilarious ride, as is typical of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise.
In conclusion, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is continuing to expand and evolve, with new movies and TV shows being released regularly. While fans eagerly await the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home and the upcoming slate of Marvel movies, there is plenty of content to enjoy in the meantime. With a mix of classic characters and new faces, the future of the MCU looks bright and exciting.
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