MCU movies ranked from shortest to longest
By Cody Schultz
Discover the order of MCU movies, ranked from shortest to longest. Get insights into the Marvel movie lengths and their impact on storytelling.
When Iron Man was released in 2008 and introduced the world to Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, the genius billionaire playboy philanthropist turned superhero, no one was able to predict the success that would follow or the world that Marvel would build via the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Over the years that followed, the MCU has grown to encompass 31 films, with more in production. These films have introduced iconic characters such as Captain America, Thor, Black Widow, and Spider-Man, and have featured some of the biggest actors in Hollywood.
The MCU has been a huge success both commercially and critically, with many of its films grossing over $1 billion at the box office and receiving positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It has also created a shared universe that has allowed for crossover events and team-ups, culminating in the epic Avengers films.
Despite the varying runtimes, each Marvel movie is essential in the larger story arc of the MCU, making it important for fans to watch them all in order to fully understand and appreciate the intricate plotlines and character developments.
Marvel movies ranked from shortest to longest
- The Incredible Hulk – 1 hour 52 minutes
- Thor: The Dark World – 1 hour 52 minutes
- Doctor Strange – 1 hour 55 minutes
- Thor – 1 hour 55 minutes
- Ant-Man – 1 hour 57 minutes
- Ant-Man and The Wasp – 1 hour 58 minutes
- Thor: Love and Thunder -1 hour 59 minutes
- Guardians of the Galaxy – 2 hours 2 minutes
- Captain America: The First Avenger – 2 hours 4 minutes
- Captain Marvel – 2 hours 4 minutes
- Iron Man 2 – 2 hours 4 minutes
- Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania – 2 hours and 5 minutes
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – 2 hours 6 minutes
- Iron Man – 2 hours 6 minutes
- Spider-Man: Far From Home – 2 hours 9 minutes
- Iron Man 3 – 2 hours 10 minutes
- Thor: Ragnarok – 2 hours 10 minutes
- Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings – 2 hours 12 minutes
- Spider-Man: Homecoming – 2 hours 13 minutes
- Black Panther – 2 hours 14 minutes
- Black Widow – 2 hours 14 minutes
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier – 2 hours 16 minutes
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 – 2 hours 17 minutes
- Avengers: Age of Ultron – 2 hours 21 minutes
- The Avengers – 2 hours 23 minutes
- Captain America: Civil War – 2 hours 27 minutes
- Spider-Man: No Way Home – 2 hours 28 minutes
- Avengers: Infinity War – 2 hours 29 minutes
- Eternals – 2 hours 36 minutes
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – 2 hours 41 minutes
- Avengers: Endgame – 3 hours 1 minute
The average length for Marvel movies comes in around 2 hours and 12 minutes, though there are a number of films that come in under that number as well as a handful that have a runtime that’s over the average.
How long would it take you to watch every Marvel movie?
Including the most recent Marvel Studios release, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, the MCU movies have a total runtime of 68 hours and 20 minutes. In order words, it would take you nearly three days to watch all of the movies if you were to watch them from start to finish!
What is the shortest MCU movie?
Both The Incredible Hulk and Thor: The Dark World are tied for the title of the shortest Marvel movies, each clocking in at 1 hour and 52 minutes. Despite their brevity, these films pack a punch with their action-packed scenes and memorable character moments. The Incredible Hulk stars Edward Norton as Bruce Banner and follows his transformation into the green, rage-filled Hulk. Thor: The Dark World sees Chris Hemsworth’s Thor teaming up with his mischievous brother Loki to defeat the Dark Elf Malekith.
What is the longest MCU movie?
The longest MCU movie to date is Avengers: Endgame, clocking in at 3 hours and 1 minute. Released in 2019, the film serves as a culmination of the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe up until that point, bringing together nearly every major character in a battle against the villainous Thanos. Endgame is a rollercoaster of emotions, with epic action sequences and heartfelt moments that pay off years of character development. The film’s length allows for plenty of fan service and Easter eggs, making it a must-see for any MCU enthusiast.
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