The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) launched in 2008 with Iron Man, and since then, Marvel Studios has released an expansive lineup of connected movies and TV shows. Each one is organized into one of six phases (more on that later) and one of two storylines: The Infinity Saga and The Multiverse Saga. With so much… Marvel Movies in Order: Should You Watch Them in Release or Chronological Order?

Box office results reveal which films truly connect with moviegoers worldwide. The highest-grossing movies have become touchstones for studios and fans, influencing filmmaking and the way stories are enjoyed on the big screen. At the top of the list is Avatar (2009), which earned roughly $2.92 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo, and has… 20 Highest Grossing Movies of All Time: Finding The Audience’s Favorites