How many times has Captain America appeared in the MCU? Every movie listed

Let's all agree: MCU is incomplete without Captain America!

'I can do this all day.' That single line has gone beyond being a saying. The fight may be tough; he might have been knocked down multiple times, but Steve Rogers never fails to make a comeback. This is what made him more than a superhero in the MCU. He was the moral centre, the steady star, and the heart of the cinematic universe founded on deities, geniuses, and monsters.

As a 'weak' Brooklyn boy eager to sign up for the army to that point of destination, where he leads the Avengers to fight Thanos, the legend made his legacy in Marvel. But how frequent did he feature on screen? And how about the meanings of each of his appearances to the story, to fans?

Totally, there have been 12 portrayals of Steve Rogers in the MCU. From major storylines to brief but powerful cameos, he had. Now, let's visit film by film.

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Captain America's appearance in MCU: Every movie listed

Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

Captain America: The First Avenger introduced Steve Rogers to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Initially, Steve is depicted as a skinny boy with a golden heart. He says his iconic phrase, 'I don't want to kill anyone. I don't like bullies.' It pretty much reveals a lot about him.

His entry into the army has been denied, but he does not give up. The film offers subtle hints of his bravery and faithfulness early in life, particularly towards Bucky. When Steve transforms into Captain America, he becomes a hero after commanding a rescue mission to save seized combatants. In the end, he sacrifices himself to stop Red Skull and drives a plane into the ice to save the lives of millions.

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The Avengers (2012)

The Avengers is the beginning of an arc towards a more complex plot. Have you ever noticed how Cap wakes up after, what, like 70 years on ice, and then he is just completely lost? The world’s floating by with smartphones and snark, and the poor guy can barely figure out how to use a toaster, let alone deal with Tony Stark’s constant sarcasm.

Cap feels that he does not belong there, but proves himself in no time. He is taught to cope with a set of misfits and egos. When it comes to time, and chaos takes over New York, he goes in. In the battlefield, he assumes the lead, organizes people, and demonstrates that being the leader does not mean to exercise strength, but it requires strength, clarity, and trust.

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Thor: The Dark World (2013)

This Chris Evans cameo in Thor: The Dark World technically isn't even a real Captain America appearance, but it's too funny to leave out. In one quick scene, Loki transforms into Cap to mess with Thor, and Evans nails it.

He plays Loki pretending to be Cap, walking alongside Thor and spouting over-the-top lines about truth and justice in that classic, noble Cap tone. It's cheesy on purpose, and hilarious. Thor, of course, isn't amused and quickly shuts it down, slamming Loki (in Cap form) against a wall.

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Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

Captain America: The Winter Soldier is the most political and intimate film regarding Steve Rogers. He is still in S.H.I.E.L.D.; however, HYDRA has already infiltrated it with the intention to rule it, and Steve understands it very quickly. He feels betrayed and upset, but rather than give up and walk away, he resorts to fighting back.

The factual emotional kick? The Winter Soldier is the best friend of Steve, Bucky, who has been brainwashed as an assassin. But Cap does not fight in order to win; he does not want to harm Bucky. He says, 'I am with you till the end of the line,' and he means it.

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Ant-Man (2015)

Captain America making an appearance in Ant-Man? It’s literally tucked away in a post-credits flashback, all teaser, no real substance. It’s just Cap and Sam hanging out, chatting about Bucky Barnes and figuring out what to do next. The scene itself is light, as much as it is about bigger things to come.

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Avengers: Age Of Ultron (2015)

Age of Ultron is not Cap's deepest story, but it keeps delivering wonderful moments with his power, his authority, and his soul. Although the film is more about Tony Stark's guilt and the creation of Ultron, Steve is the stable and righteous pillar of the team, now fully becoming the guide of the Avengers.

A moment where he scolds Tony mid-battle, a joke that sticks with him throughout the film. And then there's the party scene, where he nearly lifts Thor's hammer. It's a fun moment at the time, but becomes way more meaningful later in Endgame (2019). Cap also gets one of the movie's most thoughtful lines:

"Ultron thinks we're monsters. It's not just about beating him. It's about whether he's right."

That line captures who Cap is.

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Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Captain America: Civil War put Steve Rogers in the most awkward situations that he has ever been in. Morally, emotionally, and personally, the film turns the page. Cap has turned against governmental control, whereas Tony Stark tries to regulate through the Sokovia Accords.

Cap has to decide whether he can be the person he feels he should be, and guard Bucky, his best friend. This Cap version is very human. He is loyal, stubborn, and principled, even at the cost of ripping the Avengers apart.

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Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

Captain America popping up in Spider-Man: Homecoming is like pure comedy gold. He’s stuck in these cringey, super low-budget school PSA videos, right in the middle of Peter’s gym class. The whole thing just oozes dad energy. You can almost see the teachers rolling their eyes off camera.

The best part? The post-credits scene where Cap returns to give a lecture about how "patience isn't always rewarded" is a brilliant meta-joke aimed at MCU fans trained to sit through every credit roll.

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Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

In Infinity War, we see Captain America on the run and with no shield. Steve returns to Scotland, bearded, wearing black, and under the burden of the fractious Avengers. The result of the Civil War still hovers in the air. Nevertheless, Cap sticks to his team and does not want to sacrifice people. He leads in attacking Wakanda, and as much as he can, he tries to save Vision.

And the most memorable moment? It is when he holds back Thanos's gauntlet and restrains it due to his willpower. When we really see him lose the first time is in his last words; he utters, 'Oh God.' The moment is unforgettable.

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Captain Marvel (2019)

Cap popping up in Captain Marvel’s mid-credits scene? It’s quick, but honestly, it hits harder than most of his cameos. The vibe’s all post-Infinity War chaos, Cap, Black Widow, War Machine, and Bruce Banner are standing around, seriously stressing over Fury’s weird pager. And then, Captain Marvel herself suddenly appears. He’s here, kind of hanging out with the Avengers, not really stealing the spotlight.

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Avengers: Endgame (2019)

While Infinity War talks about loss, Endgame talks about liberation. And, for Captain America! Endgame is his powerful farewell, a story of loss, redemption, and finally choosing himself. In Endgame, Cap is older, quieter, and tired out, yet he is still in charge. He is in mourning, in counselling groups, and attempting to get over it. However, he gets dressed one last time when there is an opportunity to reverse the Snap.

After committing the time heist, he has a hysterical combat with his 2012 version, displaying how much he has altered. Then there is the awesome scene: Cap picks up Mjolnir. He's worthy. He commands the Avengers with his black and authoritative, yet silent, 'Avengers… assemble.'

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Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

In Captain America: Brave New World, Sam Wilson is the new Captain America. Hard politics and personal uncertainty could not prevent him from leading. He transforms Falcon into a symbol of hope and togetherness.

The movie has a climax in which Sam addresses the United Nations. According to him, it must not be about serum or shield, and being Captain America is all about standing at the point when everyone is gone. In this film, Chris Evans does not feature. He already declared that he is retiring from the position.

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Future films

Rumours are that Chris Evans will make an Avengers: Secret Wars appearance or multiverse cameo. In case it occurs, it will most probably memorialize the legacy more than reviving it.