I’m sure you already have your favorite Marvel character in mind, but have you ever wondered who has the most screen time?
While screen time alone might not tell the whole story, it often reflects the impact a character has.
So, stay tuned and let’s get started!
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Black Window – 174.8 minutes.
Black Widow first graced the MCU in “Iron Man 2” (2010), where she debuted as a skilled SHIELD spy at Stark Industries, taking on the villain Ivan Vanko.
Beyond her introduction, she’s a constant in all four Avengers movies—starting with “The Avengers” (2012) through to “Avengers: Endgame” (2019).
Additionally, she played pivotal roles in two of Captain America’s films: “The Winter Soldier” (2014) and “Civil War” (2016).
As a founding Avenger, her journey culminates in her own solo film, “Black Widow” (2021), enhancing her role as a key connector and enricher of the MCU timeline within the Infinity Saga.
Moon Knight – 175.3 Minutes
Debuting on Disney+ as a miniseries on March 30, 2022, Moon Knight quickly carved out his spot in the MCU with a total screen time of 175.3 minutes.
His inclusion over long-standing characters like Hawkeye or Hulk underscores the unique opportunities TV series have for deeper character development and narrative exploration.
Across 6 episodes, ranging from 42 to 51 minutes, Moon Knight dominated the screen, appearing in nearly all scenes.
This extensive exposure significantly boosts his rank, accurately reflecting his importance.
Although set in the post-Endgame timeline, Moon Knight’s story stands distinct, offering a fresh perspective within the MCU.
Doctor Strange – 176.9 Minutes
Steven Strange, despite making his MCU debut in “Doctor Strange” (2016), was first mentioned in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014).
With a screen time of 176.9 minutes, he has shaped pivotal moments in several films, including “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017), “Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame” (2018, 2019), “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021), and “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” (2022).
His crucial role in the Avengers’ battle against Thanos and in transitioning from the Infinity Saga to the Multiverse Saga highlights his ongoing importance.
Doctor Strange’s journey continues to evolve, promising further contributions in upcoming Marvel Studios projects.
Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch – 205.2 Minutes
Wanda Maximoff, also known as Scarlet Witch, first appeared in the MCU during the mid-credits scene of “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014), exploring her powers alongside her brother, Pietro.
Since then, she has significantly impacted the MCU timeline with her roles in “Avengers: Age of Ultron; Infinity War; & Endgame (2015, 2018, 2019), and “Captain America: Civil War” (2016).
Her evolution was marked notably in “WandaVision” (2021) where she fully became the Scarlet Witch.
This transition played a pivotal role in introducing the concept of the Multiverse in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” (2022).
This turnover marks the start of the Multiverse Saga and cementing her as a central figure in the franchise’s future.
Captain America (Steve Roger) – 242.1 Minutes
Captain America, or Steve Rogers, is an original Avenger and made a memorable debut in “Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011). As the one in MCU Big Three, he quickly became one of the franchise’s central figures.
His crucial appearances include “The Avengers” (2012), “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014), “Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015), “Captain America: Civil War” (2016), “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018), and “Avengers: Endgame” (2019).
Notably, his third solo film, often seen as a pseudo-Avengers movie, saw Robert Downey Jr. sharing much of the spotlight.
Captain America’s superhuman strength is legendary, but it’s his exceptional leadership that established him as a pivotal figure through all 3 phases of the MCU.
Despite his profound influence, the climactic scene of “Endgame” sees him choosing to retire, passing the Captain America mantle to Sam Wilson.
Captain America will return, but it will no longer be Steve Roger on the movie screen (except the flashback moment and cameo).
Spider-Man – 245.35 Minutes
“Underoos!” With that, Spider-Man, portrayed by Tom Holland, swings into action, narrowly surpassing Captain America’s screen time.
His MCU debut came in “Captain America: Civil War” (2016). Interestingly, a young Peter Parker is hinted to have been saved by Tony Stark in “Iron Man 2” (2010), but Spider-Man’s true MCU journey began with his web-slinging heroics in New York.
Beyond “Civil War,” Spider-Man played pivotal roles in the climactic Avengers films of Phase 3: “Infinity War” and “Endgame.”
He also starred in his own trilogy: “Homecoming” (2017), “Far From Home” (2019), and “No Way Home” (2021).
While both Captain America and Spider-Man have their trilogies, Spider-Man’s films focus more exclusively on him, whereas “Captain America: Civil War” shared its spotlight with Iron Man.
As mentioned earlier, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” was instrumental in introducing the Multiverse saga, launching Spider-Man on a new, unprecedented journey distinct from his earlier adventures.
Thor – 289.8 Minutes
Thor, the God of Thunder and son of Odin, is another prominent member of the Avengers’ Big Three.
Debuting in his solo film “Thor” (2011), he has been a central figure in eight Marvel films, significantly shaping the MCU narrative. His cinematic journey includes:
- “The Avengers” (2012)
- “Thor: The Dark World” (2013)
- “Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015)
- A cameo in “Doctor Strange” (2016)
- “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017)
- “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018)
- “Avengers: Endgame” (2019)
- “Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022)
Notably, Thor is the only Avenger with a quadrilogy under his belt, and there’s potential for his return in a fifth outing, underscoring his enduring appeal and pivotal role in the MCU.
Loki – 328.65 Minutes
Surprisingly, the next MCU figure is not about an Avenger, but an antagonist—or anti-hero, depending on your view: The God of Mischief and Odin’s son – Loki.
Since his introduction in “Thor” (2011), Loki has significantly influenced the MCU’s main timeline with appearances in “The Avengers” (2012), “Thor: The Dark World” (2013), “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017), and “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018).
An alternate version of Loki appears in “Avengers: Endgame” (2019) during the time-travel sequence to the 2012 New York Battle.
Seizing the moment, this “variant” Loki escapes with the Tesseract, leading to his capture by the Time Variance Authority (TVA).
This sets the stage for his continued adventures in the Disney+ miniseries “Loki” (2021, 2023), which explores his transformation from villain to a more complex character.
The series not only reveals the architect behind the TVA—He Who Remains—but also plays a pivotal role in the unfolding Multiverse saga, a plot so central that it may demand a rewatch as Phase 6 draws to a close.
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Iron-Man – 356.25 Minutes
And of course – for our privilege stage: Iron Man, or Tony Stark—a genius, billionaire, former playboy, and philanthropist.
Tony was the first Avenger introduced by Marvel Studios with “Iron Man” (2008). Since then, he has been pivotal in nearly every key moment of the MCU. His appearances include:
- The Iron Man Trilogy (2008, 2010, 2013)
- All 4 Avengers movies from Phase 1 to Phase 3 (2012, 2015, 2018, 2019)
- A major role in “Captain America: Civil War” (2016)
- A significant supporting role in “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017)
Tony Stark not only launched the dawn of the MCU but also brought closure to Phase 3.
Over these 3 phases, he evolved from a self-centered superhero to one who makes the ultimate sacrifice for the universe.
The phrase “I am Iron Man” resonates profoundly, from its first utterance in the climax of “Iron Man” (2008) to its impactful repetition in “Avengers: Endgame.”
Tony Stark, our Iron Man, rightfully earned the title of the MCU superhero with the most screen time.
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