Movies like Captain Marvel
If Captain Marvel's mix of superhero, alien and female protagonist stayed with you, start here. Each film below was picked from what Captain Marvel's fans love most, with the reason it belongs on this list.
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The Avengers
2012 · Directed by Joss Whedon · 143 min8.1
Why you'll like itWith Clark Gregg · Shares: superhero, alien invasion, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also science fiction and action · From the same decade (2010s)
When an unexpected enemy emerges and threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from…
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Iron Man 2
2010 · Directed by Jon Favreau · 124 min6.9
Why you'll like itWith Samuel L. Jackson and Clark Gregg · Shares: superhero, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also adventure and action · From the same decade (2010s)
With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military.
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Eternals
2021 · Directed by Chloé Zhao · 156 min6.7
Why you'll like itWith Gemma Chan · Shares: superhero, alien, super power · Also science fiction and action
The Eternals are a team of ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years. When an unexpected tragedy forces them out of the shadows, they are forced to reunite against mankind’s most…
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Avengers: Infinity War
2018 · Directed by Joe Russo · 149 min8.2
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, super power, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also adventure and action · From the same decade (2010s)
As the Avengers and their allies have continued to protect the world from threats too large for any one hero to handle, a new danger has emerged from the cosmic shadows: Thanos.
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Avengers: Endgame
2019 · Directed by Joe Russo · 181 min8.2
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, alien invasion, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also adventure and science fiction · From the same decade (2010s)
After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo…
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Guardians of the Galaxy
2014 · Directed by James Gunn · 121 min7.9
Why you'll like itWith Lee Pace and Djimon Hounsou · Shares: marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also action and science fiction · From the same decade (2010s)
Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.
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Iron Man
2008 · Directed by Jon Favreau · 126 min7.7
Why you'll like itWith Clark Gregg · Shares: superhero, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also action and science fiction
After being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.
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Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons
2022 · Directed by Matt Peters · 80 min7.6
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, alien invasion, super power · Also action and science fiction
After discovering he has powers, 11-year-old Jonathan Kent and assassin-turned-Boy-Wonder Damian Wayne must join forces to rescue their fathers (Superman & Batman) and save the planet from the malevolent alien force…
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
2017 · Directed by James Gunn · 137 min7.6
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, alien, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also science fiction and adventure · From the same decade (2010s)
The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage.
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Thunderbolts*
2025 · Directed by Jake Schreier · 127 min7.3
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, super power, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also action and science fiction
After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, seven disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts.
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Avengers: Age of Ultron
2015 · Directed by Joss Whedon · 141 min7.3
Why you'll like itWith Samuel L. Jackson · Shares: superhero, marvel cinematic universe (mcu) · Also action and adventure · From the same decade (2010s)
When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance.
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Superman: Man of Tomorrow
2020 · Directed by Chris Palmer · 87 min7.0
Why you'll like itShares: superhero, alien, super power · Also action and science fiction
It’s the dawn of a new age of heroes, and Metropolis has just met its first. But as Daily Planet intern Clark Kent – working alongside reporter Lois Lane – secretly wields his alien powers of flight, super-strength and…