Top 5 Marvel’s Multiverse Movies: RANKED

Explore the unimaginable vastness of the multiverse with these top 5 Marvel movies.

For years, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has been growing its multiverse, and it continues to grow and excite. New parallel universes have been introduced recently, such as the Spider-Verse, the Illuminati, and the Dark Dimension. The MCU has been able to introduce new characters, explore new concepts, and take risks that aren't likely in a single universe because of these multiverse-spanning stories.

We'll list the top 5 Marvel universe films in this blog post. So, whether you've been following the MCU for a while or are just starting, read on to learn about the MCU's top multiverse films.

Now without further ado, let's begin!

#5 Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania makes different uses of the multiverse. A time-travelling antagonist from a distant universe named Kang the Conqueror is introduced in the movie. Kang uses the Quantum Realm to traverse between realities in his quest to rule them all.

The idea of Variants, which are distinct versions of the same character from different universes, is explored in the movie. We encounter a Kang variant in Quantumania known as "He Who Remains." This good Kang has been maintaining harmony throughout the multiverse. However, a different Kang variant, who is more cunning and ambitious, kills him.

Overall, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania makes interesting and thought-provoking use of the multiverse. The movie addresses the multiverse's potential risks, but it also demonstrates how it might be beneficial.

#4 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' (2022)

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has some good points even though it's by no means one of the better MCU films. The title character travels to several universes, so it tries to have some fun with that premise, but it doesn't push things as far as it should, feeling oddly mild in certain places.

However, with its horror aspects, some inventive action sequences, and a degree of violence that's a little more intense than most MCU films, it does occasionally go a little beyond. 

It's not the worst or the finest MCU movie to incorporate the multiverse in some form, but it is noteworthy for having a multiverse-related premise, even if it didn't fully explore it.

#3 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' (2021)

Spider-Man: No Way Home, which came out a few months before Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, is widely recognised as the MCU's best multiverse-focused film to date. It features Peter Parker facing up against villains from alternate universes that fans of Spider-Man films who weren't a part of the MCU will be familiar with.

Although they weren't advertised, the universe-hopping finally results in Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield joining Tom Holland's Spider-Man world and aiding him in the film's climactic battle. 

Future MCU films handling the same topic will eventually be judged against this straightforward yet audience-pleasing crossover and generally effective use of the multiverse.

#2. 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' (2023)

Almost immediately, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse rose to the status of one of the greatest superhero film sequels ever. After Peter Parker's passing in the last movie, Miles Morales, who is now accustomed to playing the role of Spider-Man in his universe, is the focus of this one.

A new threat, and Miles' discovery of different Spider-People who will do anything to safeguard their respective worlds, causes complications.

It's a persistently fast-paced, expertly shot, and constantly inventive movie that successfully combines action, heart, and humour while also dealing with some very serious topics (by family movie standards). It ended on an especially abrupt cliffhanger, setting up Beyond the Spider-Verse for 2024.

#1. 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' (2018)

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse from 2018 is still the benchmark for how to successfully integrate the multiverse into a superhero film. It acts as Miles Morales' origin story and introduces him to the Spider-Verse by showing several Spider-people interacting with Miles and being involved in a war to defend all of their separate worlds.

It takes advantage of this idea to make commentary on (and occasionally mock) other Spider-Man films, as well as to mine the multiverse for drama and fascinating character development. It is a really creative film with stunning visuals that deftly appeals to both young and mature audiences.

Marvel and its relationship with the multiverse

Since it began some years ago, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been tremendously successful in its exploration of the multiverse. The MCU has been able to take risks, explore new ideas, and introduce new characters because of the multiverse, which wouldn't be possible in a single reality.

These five films are all good examples of how the multiverse may be included in a superhero movie. While Spider-Man: No Way Home is a crowd-pleasing crossover that will be remembered for years to come, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is the gold standard for how to successfully integrate the multiverse into a superhero picture.

The multiverse is also used in several other films on the list in intriguing ways, like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. These films demonstrate how there are numerous approaches to exploring the multiverse, which is a big and complex idea.

The MCU has demonstrated that it is able to use the multiverse in an engaging and thought-provoking manner. It will be interesting to watch how the MCU exploits the universe in the future as it grows.

There are a number of Marvel TV Shows that make use of the multiverse in addition to the ones mentioned in the blog post. These include Loki, What If...?, and as a memorable movie, Avengers: Endgame. These projects demonstrate that the multiverse is a significant component of the MCU and will remain so for some time to come.