The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is an expansive media franchise built around superhero films from Marvel Studios. It established a shared universe,...
The MCU is an interconnected media franchise primarily consisting of superhero films and TV series produced by Marvel Studios, based on characters from Marvel Comics.
As of early 2024, the MCU is structured into multiple 'Phases.' It has completed The Infinity Saga (Phases 1-3) and is currently in The Multiverse Saga, with Phase 5 underway.
The first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe was 'Iron Man,' released in 2008, starring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark.
Yes, many Marvel TV shows are directly connected and contribute to the overarching MCU narrative, especially those produced by Marvel Studios for Disney+.
Thanos, a powerful cosmic warlord, served as the primary antagonist throughout the MCU's first three phases, known as The Infinity Saga, culminating in 'Avengers: Endgame.'