‘Avengers Endgame’: 5 Marvel Cinematic Universe movies you must watch first

Marvel Studios is set to release the latest movie in its 21-film Cinematic Universe franchise on April 26. "Avengers Endgame" is arguably the biggest movie of the year, so in case you haven't seen the other action films, or you want a refresher before the newest film drops, here are the top 5 you must see:

1. “Marvel’s The Avengers” (2012)

More movie tickets sold in 2012 happy news for Hollywood Chris Hemsworth as Thor, left, and and Chris Evans as Captain America helped “The Avengers,” become a massive Hollywood hit. (Zade Rosenthal)

2. “Captain America: Civil War” (2016)

Which summer movies were box office winners and losers? “Captain America: Civil War” ruled the global summer box office. Contributed by Walt Disney Pictures

3. “Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2” (2017)

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ blasts off with $145M debut Dave Bautista and Zoe Saldana star in “Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2,” which rocketed to an estimated $145 million debut in North America this weekend. Contributed by Chuck Zlotnick, Marvel Studios

4. “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018)

‘Avengers’ continues to win the box-office war “Avengers: Infinity War” is now the fastest movie to cross $1 billion globally, accomplishing that feat in 11 days. Contributed by Marvel Studios

5. “Captain Marvel” (2019)

Second ’Captain Marvel’ trailer released Brie Larson stars as "Captain Marvel." (Marvel Studios)