Avengers: Infinity War

Avengers: Infinity War

Year: 2018

Runtime: 149 min

Language: English

Director: Anthony RussoJoe Russo

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When Earth's mightiest heroes converge to face an existential threat, a formidable foe emerges from the cosmos: Thanos, a malevolent force driven by a twisted desire to wield the Infinity Stones' omnipotent power. With reality hanging in the balance, the Avengers' very purpose is put to the ultimate test – can they save existence from the brink of destruction?

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Timeline – Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
Trace every key event in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Thanos Attacks Asgardian Ship

Thanos and his followers intercept a ship containing the last survivors from Asgard’s destruction. In a ruthless display of might, Thanos obliterates the vessel and slaughters all its passengers, capturing Thor and overpowering Hulk in the process.

Asgardian ship
2

Loki's Demise

Amidst the chaos, Loki attempts to confront Thanos but is personally murdered by him. This act further establishes Thanos's brutal nature and his quest for power, as he acquires the Space Stone from the Tesseract.

Asgardian ship
3

Heimdall's Sacrifice

Before his death, Heimdall uses the Bifrost to send Hulk to Earth, trying to warn the remaining heroes about Thanos’s imminent invasion. His sacrifice underscores the stakes for Earth and its defenders.

Asgardian ship
4

Bruce Banner Warns Earth

Upon landing in New York, Hulk transforms back into Bruce Banner and urgently warns Doctor Strange and Wong about Thanos’s plans to exterminate half of all life in the universe. This revelation begins the gathering of heroes to combat the threat.

Sanctum Sanctorum, New York City
5

The Search for the Infinity Stones

Banner and Wong inform Strange about Thanos's quest for the Infinity Stones. As they strategize, it is revealed that Thanos already possesses the Power and Space Stones, igniting the urgency to locate the remaining stones.

6

Strange's Fight with Maw

Ebony Maw and Cull Obsidian arrive at the Sanctum to reclaim the Time Stone from Strange. After a fierce battle, Stark and Parker manage to fend off Maw, but the Time Stone remains under Strange's protection.

Sanctum Sanctorum, New York City
7

Mission to Wakanda

In a daring move, Rogers, Natasha, and Sam rush to assist Wanda and Vision against Midnight and Glaive's ambush. They retreat to the Avengers Compound to devise a plan to safely extract the Mind Stone from Vision, navigating the danger posed by Thanos’s forces.

Avengers Compound
8

Guardians of the Galaxy Rescue Thor

Responding to the distress signal from the Asgardian ship, the Guardians of the Galaxy rescue Thor. In this reunion, Thor learns Gamora's connection to Thanos and the stakes escalate as they contemplate how to thwart his plans.

Space
9

Gamora's Revelation

Gamora shares her painful history with Thanos and her desire to stop him from obtaining the Reality Stone. This revelation deepens the emotional stakes and prompts a split in their strategy as Thor opts to forge a new weapon, Stormbreaker.

Space
10

Cosmic Confrontation at Knowhere

At Knowhere, Quill and the Guardians confront Thanos, who possesses the Reality Stone. Gamora's past and her complex relationship with her father come to the forefront as Thanos captures her, believing that he is providing a better future for the universe.

Knowhere
11

The Sacrifice for the Soul Stone

During their quest for the Soul Stone, Thanos learns from the Red Skull that he must sacrifice someone he loves. In a heart-wrenching moment, Thanos sacrifices Gamora, cementing his tragic commitment to his ruthless mission.

Vormir
12

The Battle on Titan

On Titan, Stark, Parker, and Strange unite with the Guardians to face Thanos. A clash ensues with unexpected turns as Quill's anger over Gamora's fate leads to catastrophic consequences for the heroes.

Titan
13

Wakanda's Last Stand

As the Avengers and Wakandan forces prepare for Thanos's impending attack, they fight to protect Vision and the Mind Stone. The combined efforts eventually lead to intense confrontations, showcasing the sacrifices and struggles of each hero.

Wakanda
14

The Snap

Thanos collects the last Infinity Stone and executes his plan with a snap of his fingers. This devastating act results in half of all life in the universe turning to dust, leaving the remaining heroes to grapple with profound loss.

Various
15

Aftermath and Reflection

In the quiet aftermath of Thanos’s victory, he finds a moment of peace while watching a tranquil sunrise. Meanwhile, the surviving heroes are left to mourn their losses and regroup for what lies ahead in the fight against him.

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 17:28

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