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Top Ten Tuesday: The 10 Best Marvel Movies

Mark Johnson by Mark Johnson
February 11, 2025
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Top Ten Tuesday: The 10 Best Marvel Movies
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Happy Tuesday, dear readers! Each week, we’ll rank the top 10 films in a specific category. While we aim to tie these lists to big releases, that won’t always be the case. Our goal? For you to enjoy, share your own lists, and join in on a lively, friendly debate. This is an interactive space to build community here at The Contending.

No fancy intros, no long essays – just a category and a list. Sound good?

With Captain America: Brave New World in theaters this weekend, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is entering a new chapter – one where Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) picks up the shield of Captain America following the departure of Steve Rogers (Chris Evans). Starring alongside Mackie are Giancarlo Esposito, Danny Ramirez, Carl Lumbly, Tim Blake Nelson, Shira Haas, and Harrison Ford as President Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross.

As the MCU continues to expand, now is the perfect time to revisit the films that have defined the franchise. From game-changing origin stories to unforgettable team-ups, we’re ranking the top ten Marvel movies that have left a lasting impact.

Let’s dive in!

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10. Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

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9. Black Panther (2018)

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8. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

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7. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)

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6. Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

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5. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

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4. The Avengers (2012)

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3. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)

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2. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

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1. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

What do you agree/disagree with? What is the best Marvel movie of all time?

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Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson has been a prominent voice in film coverage and the Oscar race since 2009. He launched his career with his own website, Award Contenders, before joining forces with Clayton Davis at Awards Circuit from 2011 to 2020. After continuing his insightful work at Awards Daily from 2020 to 2024, Mark now contributes to both The Contending and AwardsWatch. A member of the Critics Choice Association, Mark regularly attends major film festivals, including Telluride, Nantucket, and Middleburg, offering in-depth analysis and predictions throughout awards season.

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  1. For UnjustOther says:
    4 months ago

    Even with Brave New World on the horizon, I'd put Iron Man (2008) instead of the Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) inside the list.

    That said, the picks are perfect. I'm especially in favor of number 1.
    Still can't believe a MCU movie could be that fatalistically dark and emotionally moving.

    • Mark Johnson says:
      4 months ago

      I have the first Iron Man just outside my top 10, with Spider-Man: Homecoming and Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

  2. glimmer says:
    3 months ago

    marvel is the root of all evil. 😉

    just no…

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