7 most disliked MCU movies, ranked from bad to worst

As much as it pains me to admit it, not all MCU movies are a hit. Here are 7 specific MCU movies that missed the mark entirely.
Marvel's Captain America: Civil War..Iron Man/Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.)..Photo Credit: Film Frame..© Marvel 2016
Marvel's Captain America: Civil War..Iron Man/Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.)..Photo Credit: Film Frame..© Marvel 2016 /
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Ah, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a smorgasbord of superhero splendor. It's like the ultimate comic book buffet, serving up dish after dish of mind-blowing moments, heart-pounding battles, and characters so charming they could sell ice to a snowman.

From the incredible Avengers: Endgame to the fun and intergalactic shenanigans of Guardians of the Galaxy, the MCU has something for everyone. It's got moments that make you cheer loudly, sob violently, or hold your breath for a bit. If I sound like a Marvel fangirl, you are not far off from the truth. To me and many others, the MCU isn't just a series of shows and movies - it's a universe where every comic book lover's dreams come to life.

But hold your Hulk-smashes, because it ain't all rainbows and Infinity Stones out there. Just like any epic saga, the MCU has had its share of less-than-stellar moments. Let's be real: not every MCU movie is a gem.

Some are more like that weird, colorful rock you find lying around and think is cool until you realize it's just a piece of old gum with glitter on it. Some feel like you went to a fireworks show but ended up watching a bunch of damp sparklers sputter out. And don't get me started on some of the villains. A few of them have about as much depth and intrigue as a cardboard cutout in a stiff breeze. They're more "meh" than menacing, leaving you wondering if the real villain was actually the MCU for promising something it didn't deliver.

But even our beloved heroes have had their facepalm moments. Remember when Star-Lord kinda, sorta, maybe helped Thanos in Infinity War? That was like watching someone fumble the ball at the one-yard line in the Super Bowl - they were so damn close! I don't think I'll ever get over that, and that moment changed my perspective on Quill forever.

But, despite hiccups, we keep coming back for more because let's face it: the MCU is like that quirky friend who sometimes drives you nuts but always keeps life interesting. When it comes to the master of superhero sagas (sorry, DC), the MCU has woven some threads that are a little frayed, but overall, it's a tapestry we can't help but love.

Prepare for my usual awful food references as we take a look at seven of these little hiccups, these happy little accidents, and talk about why they're so gear-grinding.