Captain Marvel (2019)
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Carol Danvers discovers her past on Earth while caught in a war between alien races. A Phase Three release, it was the 21st MCU film to come out and sits at #4 of 81 in story order. We rate it Essential: the main saga depends on it. It runs 2h 3m and streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck |
|---|---|
| Starring | Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Jude Law, Annette Bening |
| Release date | March 8, 2019 |
| Runtime | 2h 3m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 79% critics · IMDb 6.7/10 |
| Box office | $1,131M worldwide |
| Phase | Phase Three |
| Saga | Infinity Saga |
| Story position | #4 of 81 in chronological order |
| Timeline setting | Set in 1995 |
| Post-credit scene | Yes |
Why it matters in the MCU
Origin of Captain Marvel; introduces the Skrulls and Nick Fury’s pager.
Post-credit scene
Yes, stay through the credits. The box below says what happens, but it gives away part of the ending.
Spoiler What happens after the credits of Captain Marvel: tap to reveal
A tag connecting to Avengers: Endgame.
Where it fits in your watch
Captain Marvel FAQ
Can you skip Captain Marvel?
No. It’s Essential: watch it before Endgame, since it explains who Carol is, why Fury paged her and who the Skrulls are.
When was Captain Marvel released?
Captain Marvel was released on March 8, 2019.
Where does Captain Marvel fit in the MCU timeline?
Captain Marvel is set in 1995 and sits at #4 of 81 in story order.
Does Captain Marvel have a post-credit scene?
Yes, there’s at least one extra scene after the credits. The spoiler box on this page describes it.
Where to watch Captain Marvel in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Captain Marvel outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Disney+ | Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Disney+ | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Disney+ | None needed |
| India | JioHotstar | None needed |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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