Eternals (2021)
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Ancient cosmic beings reunite to stop the emergence of a Celestial that would destroy Earth. A Phase Four release, it was the 26th MCU film to come out and sits at #47 of 81 in story order. You can skip it and still follow along, but we recommend it for the characters and setup. It runs 2h 36m and streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Chloé Zhao |
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| Starring | Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Angelina Jolie, Salma Hayek, Kumail Nanjiani |
| Release date | November 5, 2021 |
| Runtime | 2h 36m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 47% critics · IMDb 6.2/10 |
| Box office | $402M worldwide |
| Phase | Phase Four |
| Saga | Multiverse Saga |
| Story position | #47 of 81 in chronological order |
| Timeline setting | Spans 7,000 years; main story in present day (2024) |
| Post-credit scene | Yes |
Why it matters in the MCU
Introduces the Eternals and the Celestials, expanding the MCU’s cosmic history; its credits scenes introduce Eros and tease Blade.
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 Eternals: tap to reveal
Two scenes: a mid-credit scene introduces a new cosmic character, and an end-credit scene teases Dane Whitman’s next chapter.
Where it fits in your watch
Eternals FAQ
Can you skip Eternals?
Technically, yes. The main story doesn’t depend on it, though it does a lot for the characters and setup.
When was Eternals released?
Eternals was released on November 5, 2021.
Where does Eternals fit in the MCU timeline?
Eternals spans 7,000 years, with the main story set in the present day (2024), and sits at #47 of 81 in story order.
Does Eternals have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Keep watching through the credits for at least one more scene; the spoiler box on this page says what happens.
Where to watch Eternals in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
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| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Eternals 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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