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The Marvels (2023)

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Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, and Monica Rambeau swap places across space in a cosmic adventure. It was the 33rd MCU film released, part of Phase Five, and it’s #64 of 81 in story order. It’s Recommended rather than essential, so it’s worth your time even if the main story doesn’t hinge on it. It runs 1h 45m and streams on Disney+ in the US.

Rotten Tomatoes62%
IMDb5.5/10
Runtime1h 45m
Age ratingPG-13
Box office$206M
Directed byNia DaCosta
StarringBrie Larson, Teyonah Parris, Iman Vellani, Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton
Release dateNovember 10, 2023
Runtime1h 45m
Age ratingPG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13
Rotten Tomatoes62% critics · IMDb 5.5/10
Box office$206M worldwide
PhasePhase Five
SagaMultiverse Saga
Story position#64 of 81 in chronological order
Timeline settingPresent day (2026)
Post-credit sceneYes

Why it matters in the MCU

Teams Carol Danvers with Monica Rambeau and Kamala Khan, and its mid-credits scene opens a door to the X-Men.

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 The Marvels: tap to reveal

One mid-credit scene lands Monica Rambeau in another universe, with a familiar X-Men face. The scene hinting at a new young team plays just before the credits.

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Where it fits in your watch

The Marvels FAQ

Can you skip The Marvels?

You can. The main story doesn’t hinge on it, but it adds a lot to the characters and setup.

When was The Marvels released?

The Marvels was released on November 10, 2023.

Where does The Marvels fit in the MCU timeline?

The Marvels is set in the present day (2026) and sits at #64 of 81 in story order.

Does The Marvels have a post-credit scene?

Yes, there’s at least one extra scene after the credits. The spoiler box on this page describes it.

What to watch before The Marvels

The Marvels builds on these earlier titles, listed in release order:

  1. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
  2. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
  3. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
  4. Captain Marvel (2019)
  5. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
  6. Ms. Marvel: Season 1 (2022)

Where to watch The Marvels in the US

Streaming (subscription)Disney+
Rent or buyAmazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home

Where to watch The Marvels outside the US

CountryStreamOther options
CanadaDisney+Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo
AustraliaDisney+None needed
IndiaVi Movies & TVNone needed

Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026

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