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MCU | The Complete LTN Resource List

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is a cinematic phenomenon, captivating audiences with its interconnected stories and characters that transcend mere superhero narratives. Beyond the dazzling spectacle, the MCU delves into profound life lessons and allegories, offering a rich tapestry of themes that resonate universally. Here is a collection of articles and media that celebrate the series of films and shows.

Captain America: The Steve Rogers MCU Watch Order

Radio Matt shares how to follow the Captain America/Steve Rogers story through the MCU timeline, when you don't want to commit to the whole saga.

Hulk: The Bruce Banner MCU Watch Order

Radio Matt shares how to follow the Hulk/Bruce Banner story through the MCU timeline, when you don't want to commit to the whole saga.

Iron Man: The Tony Stark MCU Watch Order

Radio Matt shares how to follow the Iron Man/Tony Stark story through the MCU timeline, when you don't want to commit to the whole saga.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe: LTN’s Definitive and Comprehensive Watch Order

With a storyline so massive, it has separate "sagas", the Marvel Cinematic Universe can be confusing to navigate. In our painstakingly researched viewing guide, we provide the perfect watch order, every optional series or short, and watch guides for each movie or series. A more complete MCU viewing guide, you'd be hard-pressed to find.

Black Widow: Redeeming the Past

Love Thy Nerd is dedicated to thoughtful engagement with Phase 4 MCU content. You can find our reflections on the MCU series at these links: WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and Loki. Please note that all articles contain spoilers for their respective content. Spoilers for Marvel’s Black Widow appear in this article. Black […]

Loki Reflections from LTN Writers

Each week, as new episodes of Loki drop, LTN Writers reflect on the new MCU series. Check in to see what we think about the Sacred Timeline.

Wrestling With Ourselves in Loki Ep 5

Each week, as new episodes of Loki release on Disney+, LTN writers will reflect on each episode. You can find what we think about the Sacred Timeline here. Spoiler warning for Loki Episode 5. In a time-wrecked ruin, Loki confronts himself…and himself…and himself…and himself…and herself. Cascading through funhouse mirrors of alternate selves and variant lives, he faces his […]

The Power of Love in Loki Ep 4

Each week, as new episodes of Loki release on Disney+, LTN writers will reflect on each episode. You can find what we think about the Sacred Timeline here. Spoiler warning for Loki Episode 4. Loki explores the themes of deceit, self-reflection, redemption, and, most surprisingly, but wholly welcome and joyfully, love. However, the themes that become abundantly clear […]

Defining Love in Loki Ep 3

Loki and his Variant Sylvie have different views of love. Writer Amy Cokenour reflects on her own view of love varies from the others.