Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher (2014)
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S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Natasha Romanoff reluctantly teams with vigilante Frank Castle to stop the terrorist group Leviathan auctioning stolen super-soldier technology. This 2014 Marvel film sits outside the MCU timeline, so you can watch it on its own without any homework. It runs 1h 23m and is free to watch with ads on YouTube and Tubi in the US.
| Release date | March 25, 2014 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 1h 23m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 5.8/10 |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
A rare Marvel Anime co-production with Madhouse, the only animated outing to pair Black Widow with the Punisher, and a stylistic outlier in Marvel animation.
Where it fits in your watch
- All legacy Marvel films
Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher FAQ
Can you skip Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher?
Yes. It isn’t part of the MCU timeline.
When was Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher released?
Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher was released on March 25, 2014.
Is Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher part of the MCU?
No. Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher have a post-credit scene?
No, Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
|---|---|
| Free with ads | YouTube, Tubi (more free Marvel) |
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Watching it outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Not included | Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Not included | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Not included | Rent: Fetch TV, Apple TV, Amazon |
| India | Not included | Rent: Amazon |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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