Although Loki is a series rather than a movie, it is essential for understanding Marvel’s multiverse.

This introduces Shang-Chi and expands the mythology surrounding the mysterious Ten Rings. The film also connects the character to the wider MCU, making it useful.

Black Panther introduces the world of Wakanda and key characters including Shuri, M’Baku and the Dora Milaje.

Spider-Man: No Way Home is one of the MCU’s biggest multiverse stories. It brings together different Spider-Man versions and villains from across previous Spider-Man movies, making it an important watch.

Doctor Strange and America Chavez travel through different realities and encounter alternate versions of familiar characters.

Captain America: Brave New World follows Sam Wilson as he carries forward the Captain America legacy after Steve Rogers.

Thunderbolts brings together a group of morally complicated characters who operate outside the traditional superhero model.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family and establishes their place in the MCU. With the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom expected to be important to Avengers: Doomsday.