Films based on Marvel comics have gained immense popularity today. And if ten years ago they were mostly watched by fans of graphic novels, now almost everyone knows about a series of fantastic action films. In our article, we will look at the sequence of Marvel films released after 2000 and dedicated mainly to superheroes from the Avengers squad.
Note that in addition to feature films, the company makes a huge number of cartoons about its heroes. A few years ago, the audience was presented with series based on comics - “Agents Shch.I.T.” and Daredevil.
The sequence of the films "Marvel"
We will make a reservation right away that we will only write about feature films. So let's get started.
The Hulk
In 2003, a film about the Hulk was released. He tells the story of the transformation of the genius scientist Boryus Banner into a huge invulnerable monster. Scriptwriters moved away from the original version of the origin of the Hulk under the influence of gamma rays. In the film, the culprit of the transformation of the scientist is his father, who set experiments on himself.
Despite the excellent acting (the role of the Hulk went to Eric Bana), good soundtracks and a well-thought-out script, the film is still considered a failure. Critics did not appreciate the departure from the original version of the appearance of the Hulk, considered special effects weak, and the gloomy tone of the whole narrative - unacceptable to this character.
"Iron Man"
We continue to set out the sequence of Marvel films. Next in line is the 2008 film describing the story of billionaire and brilliant scientist Tony Stark. The hero is captured, where he has to create a protective suit for escape. Returning home, the scientist continues to work on his idea and becomes a new superhero named Iron Man.
The picture was a huge success. Largely thanks to Robert Downey Jr., who managed to create a charismatic and charming hero, immediately liked by the audience. Iron Man received several awards, including two Oscars, and the MTV Award for Best Actor.
"The incredible Hulk"
The film was also released in 2008 and became a restart of the Hulk series, and not a continuation of the 2003 picture. Zach Penn was invited to the main role, who coped well with her, but refused to star in sequels due to disagreements with the director. This time the script was as close as possible to the comics, which is why the film only won.
The picture was a great success largely thanks to the PR campaign, which took place throughout America.
"Iron Man 2"
The 2010 film was a continuation of the previous picture of Iron Man. Therefore, in order not to disrupt the sequence of watching Marvel films, it is recommended to watch it after the 2008 film. This time, Stark will face legal proceedings with the government that learned about the identity of Iron Man, the battle with Ivan Vanko, the son of a man who worked with Tony’s father, and the struggle for his own life - the reactor in the hero’s body is gradually poisoning his body.
The film received average ratings and did not have such grandiose success as its predecessor.
Thor
This is the first picture of the Asgardian god of thunder and lightning Thor. For his arrogance and arrogance, the father, Odin, deprives his son of strength and expels him to the ground. Taking advantage of the lack of an older brother, Loki decides to seize power in Asgard.
The film was released in 2011, and the main role was played by Chris Hemsworth. The picture received average ratings. Critics liked Hemsworth's game, thoughtful costumes and scenery, but many noted the small entertainment and cliché of the script. Despite this, the film was a huge success at the box office.
"The first Avenger"
The sequence of Marvel films should not be violated, if only because a fragmented viewing of paintings will violate the holistic perception of events and deprive part of the pleasure.
The film about the first American superhero was released in 2011. At the heart of the script is the story of how Steve Rogers, an idealistic, but weak and painful young man who is not drafted into the army (there is a war with Nazi Germany), agrees to an experiment to create ideal soldiers. In the course of the experiment, he gains incredible strength and becomes practically invulnerable, but the serum formula for the conversion is lost, and Rogers is the one of a kind super-soldier.
The film received many positive reviews, including critics who liked the game of Chris Evans, who played the main role.
The Avengers
Given the sequence of Marvel films about the Avengers, it is impossible to ignore the first film that brought together all the superheroes from previous paintings.
The Avengers, released in 2012, met the most daring expectations of fans. The film was a huge success and broke at the box office of such mastodons as films about Harry Potter and Batman. The scriptwriters really managed the impossible - to unite so many charismatic and peculiar heroes without erasing their individuality and originality. To date, this film is considered the most successful creation of Marvel in the field of large cinema.
"Iron Man 3"
The continuation of the story of Tony Stark, released in 2013, was praised by critics. However, many fans considered him the worst of the three paintings about Iron Man.
The hero will face a new threat in the face of a terrorist organization under the command of Mandarin, lose his home and almost lose his life. He will have to hide, rebuild his destroyed suit and track down a new enemy.
Thor 2: The Kingdom of Darkness
The continuation of the story of the god of thunder Thor, released in 2013. This time the hero will have to face the eternal enemies of Asgard - the Dark Elves, who want to get the mysterious artifact of Ether and destroy all nine worlds.
The correct sequence of Marvel films involves viewing this picture after becoming acquainted with the first part of the story of the Torah and The Avengers.
"Captain America: The Winter Soldier"
This time, the film will unfold not during the Second World War, but in our time. Caught in modern reality, Steve Rogers retained his idealistic views on the world, which constantly confronts him with the head of the SHIELD, Nick Fury. But instead of eternal disputes, the hero has to save the new commander and prevent the collapse of the espionage organization.
The film was released in 2014 and received even more enthusiastic reviews than the first story about Captain America. The picture was awarded a large number of nominations and brought good box office.
Guardians of the Galaxy
The sequence of the release of the films "Marvel" in our presentation is approaching its final. And next in turn is a film about space defenders who have never been on the Avengers team, but very often collaborated with them in comics.
The genre of the picture is different from all previous ones, as it was originally declared as a fantastic comedy thriller. In the remaining films of the series, although humor was present, it was not so open. The film was released in 2014 and was a huge success with viewers and critics, and was also nominated for a number of awards, including the Oscar.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
The chronological sequence of the Marvel films brings us to the second film about the Avengers team, released in 2015. After the destruction of the SHIELD, superheroes destroy the Hydra. The threat to the world has been eliminated, but not everything is so smooth. While the heroes are celebrating a victory, the artificial intelligence created by Tony Stark is awakening.
The film was received positively by viewers and critics. After the release of the picture, the Marvel franchise outstripped the entire series of films about Harry Potter and James Bond by box office.
The continuation of the film will be divided into 2 parts and will be released in 2018 and 2019.
"Ant Man"
Ant-Man is another character that the Marvel Universe spawned. The sequence of films in this picture is drawing to a close. Today it is the last film "Marvel", released on the screens.
At the center of the story is the story of Scott Lang, a talented engineer who was released from prison at the start of the film. It is for him to try on a shrinking suit designed by the scientist Hank Pym, and to prevent the production of such devices on an industrial scale.
According to the comics, Ant-Man is also part of the Avengers team. Whether this character will be included in the sequel to Avengers is still unknown.