Name As Many MCU Characters As Possible To Prove You're The Ultimate Fan
- by Christian Bone
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In April, Avengers: Infinity War finally arrives on our screens. It's the biggest Marvel movie ever made - actually, it's just one of the biggest movies, period - as it will act as the culmination of everything the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been building up to since it first hit cinema screens back in 2008's Iron Man.
Since then, the franchise has grown exponentially. Marvel Studios has quickly increased their output to an impressive three movies a year, meaning that Infinity War will be the 20th entry in the series. Good luck to those hardcore fans out there who are planning on watching a Marvel marathon before the next film lands.
With so many movies under its belt, the cast of the MCU is at a ridiculous size by this point, with at least two dozen superheroes running around, a murder of villains (that's gotta be the collective noun for that, right?) and numerous supporting characters that often steal the show.
In the following quiz, we are going to ask you to name 45 of the most prominent heroes, allies and villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. If you can get 100%, then we will be left to marvel at your incredible Hulk-sized brain.
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As played by Robert Downey Jr., Iron Man is pretty much the daddy of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the success of his solo movie, released in 2008, is pretty much the reason the franchise is still going from strength to strength ten years later. He’s also appeared in the most MCU films of anybody. But do you know Iron Man well enough to remember the genius billionaire playboy philanthropist’s real name? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Along with Iron Man, the other leading Avenger has to be Captain America, as portrayed by Chris Evans. Once a brave but weak kid from Brooklyn, an experimental serum turned him into America’s hero during World War Two. But when he was frozen in ice for 70 years, the super-soldier awoke in the 21st century and had to adjust to the complexities of the modern world. But who is the man beneath the red, white and blue shield? Pick Captain America’s civilian alter ego from the options below.
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Ok, so we all know this is Thor, right? Chris Hemsworth’s heir to the Asgardian throne has had one of the most significant character arcs across the franchise. He began as a battle-hungry, naive young prince and has matured into a noble warrior deserving of the title of king. But while you no doubt know this is Thor, can you give us his often used title, which describes which particular god in the Asgardian pantheon he is? Pick the right answer below.
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First introduced in Captain America: Civil War, Black Panther is an African-based superhero who is - gasp! - actually the king of the small nation of Wakanda. The latest in a long line, the current Black Panther is the sworn protector of his country, gifted with enhanced strength and agility via a mystical heart-shaped herb and decked out in a bullet- proof vibranium suit of armour. But what is the real name of this character played by Chadwick Boseman? Pick the right answer below.
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Unsurprisingly, considering how he is one of the most iconic Marvel heroes of all time, the Hulk has been hanging around the MCU since only its second film. Originally, he was played by Edward Norton in the character’s 2010 solo film before Mark Ruffalo took on the part of the beleaguered scientist who turns into a giant green rage monster from 2012’s The Avengers onwards. But what is the name of Hulk’s puny human alter ego? Pick the right answer below.
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Hawkeye is often the most overlooked member of the original generation of Avengers - which is a shame as he's arguably the coolest. His teammates use their superpowers or enhanced armour to go into battle, while the avenging archer fights aliens and evil robots with just his trusty bow and arrow. We love Hawkeye and hope you love him too. But what is his civilian name? We'll give you a clue: his surname is Barton. But what's his first name? Pick the right name below.
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Who is the greatest secret agent in the world? Pfft, no, it's not James Bond or Jason Bourne - it's Black Widow. Has 007 fought off extraterrestrial invasions while keeping his hair and make-up looking super-humanly perfect? No, no he hasn't. The only woman on the original line-up of the Avengers, Black Widow was trained as a Russian assassin before she turned good and defected to SHIELD and saved the world many times. But what is her real name? Pick the right answer below.
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Unless you've been living on the dark side of the moon for the last 50 years, you'll know that this is your friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man, pretty much Marvel's most iconic superhero creation. He finally joined the MCU back in 2016's Captain America: Civil War, where he was played by Tom Holland. He proved to be such a hit he got his own solo movie, Spider-Man: Homecoming, the following year. So tell us, if you're such the Spidey-fan, what is the webslinger's real name?
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Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch began her life in the MCU as a villain - along with her twin, this Sokovian individual was granted powers by HYDRA via experiments with the Mind Stone. She ultimately redeemed herself, though, and became an Avenger - later, joining Cap's rogue team in Civil War. She's probably one of the most powerful MCU heroes as she has vast psionic, telekinetic and even certain telepathic abilities. But what is Scarlet Witch's real name? Pick the right answer below.
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Paul Bettany has been part of the MCU from the beginning - but it wasn't until 2015's Avengers: Age of Ultron when he appeared in the flesh. Essentially an evolved form of Iron Man's artificial intelligence, Bettany's second character is an extremely powerful android who can fly, phase, shoot laser beams from his head and can seriously rock a shirt and sweater combo. But what is his name, which was based off something Thor said? Pick the right answer below.
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James "Rhodey" Rhodes is Iron Man's best friend. A heroic US Air Force pilot, he was a natural choice to possess his own version of Iron Man's armour and join his friend in the superhero business. Though he was played by Terence Howard in 2008's movie, Don Cheadle has taken over the role ever since, taking the character to new heights - joining the Avengers - and tragic lows - losing the use of his legs in Civil War. But what is Rhodey's hero name?
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First appearing in 2014's Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Falcon possesses a set of experimental mechanized wings from the military that become his superhero gimmick when he helps Cap fight off HYDRA. Since his debut, Falcon has become a member of the Avengers, fought in the superhero civil war and has also guested in Ant-Man. But can you tell us the real name of this flying do-gooder played by Anthony Mackie? Pick the right answer from the four options below.
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Ant-Man first appeared in his solo movie released in 2015. As played by Paul Rudd, the character actually inherits the special suit that allows him to shrink to the size of an insect from a genius scientist - who he tries to rob! With this guy's help, though, our hero turns his life around and becomes a superhero, later joining Captain America' side in the Civil War conflict. But what is Ant-Man's civilian name? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Most of the superheroes in the MCU get their powers from sci-fi reasons, but Doctor Strange is different. After losing the use of his hands in a car accident, this arrogant neurosurgeon trained himself to be a Master of the Mystic Arts instead. With the Ancient One deceased, Benedict Cumberbatch's magic man is now Earth's premier defense against supernatural threats. After his debut in 2016, Doctor Strange appeared in the following year's Thor: Ragnarok. But can you tell us his first name?
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Bucky Barnes has had quite the ride over his time in the MCU so far. He was once Captain America's best bud and appeared to die in World War 2. However, it was later revealed that he had been brainwashed by HYDRA, who had turned him into their personal assassin. Once Cap found him again, though, he began to heal and become a good guy again. But what was the name he went by when he worked as HYDRA's hitman?
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Peter Quill is the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy. He's half-human and half-Celestial - ancient beings with God-like power. As played by Chris Pratt, the character is cocky, charming and a bit like an overgrown kid. He also has killer taste in music. So far he and his pals have saved the galaxy twice - and they're about to do it again in Avengers: Infinity War. But what is the legendary cosmic outlaw's superhero name? Pick the right answer below.
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Peter Quill's love interest in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise is this green-skinned former assassin. Raised by the meanest villain in the galaxy, Zoe Saldana's character naturally has some issues - she's not quick to make friends and rarely opens up. However, she finds herself a family with the Guardians and develops "some unspoken thing" with Peter. Her knowledge of the big bad of the film should prove useful in Avengers: Infinity War. But what is the character's name?
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Former wrestler Dave Bautista plays this extraterrestrial muscle man in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. Though his blunt nature and total lack of subtlety is played for laughs, this character actually has a very tragic backstory. His wife and daughter were killed by Kree terrorist Ronan, causing him to go on a quest to get revenge on Ronan and his big bad boss. He might just complete his mission in Avengers: Infinity War. But what is this character's name?
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No, this guy is not a raccoon. Well, OK, he is, but just don't say that to his face. In the past, this ordinary Earth rodent was abducted and experimented on, granting him human-like intelligence. Not knowing what he really is has resulted in this character growing anti-social and short-tempered, as a way to hide his vulnerabilities. He is voiced by Bradley Cooper, with Sean Gunn providing the motion capture performance. But what is the name of this trash panda?
"I Am..."?
This fan favourite character is essentially a big talking tree. Well, we say talking. Actually, he can only say three words: I, am and another one that you are going to have to guess. In the first film, this guy is the archetypal gentle giant, even sacrificing himself to save his friends. In the sequel, the character is reborn as a baby, who the others have to save from danger. In Avengers: Infinity War, he will be a teenager. Now, finish his catchphrase.
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Debuting in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, this character is introduced as the assistant to Peter's all-powerful father. He needs her empathetic powers to help him sleep. As she has been cut off from the rest of the universe, the character is a total stranger to social interaction. Which makes her a good foil for Dave Bautista's character. As played by Pom Klementieff, she will return with the rest of the Guardians in Avengers: Infinity War. Pick her name below.
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Samuel L. Jackson's MCU character might not be a bonafide superhero but he is the reason that the Avengers formed in the first place - so that makes him a hero in our book. The eyepatched boss of SHIELD first appeared in the post-credits scene of 2008's Iron Man, as he told Robert Downey Jr about his idea for a superhero team. But what is the name of this character who is so important to the MCU? Pick the right answer below.
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This loveable SHIELD agent played by Clark Gregg was the glue that held Phase One of the MCU together. However, he tragically died in The Avengers when Loki murdered him. If you only watch the moves, that's the end of his story. On TV, though, the character was resurrected and heads his own team on Agents of SHIELD. One day, we'd like to see him meet the Avengers again. Just in case they still think he's dead. Tell us, what is this character called?
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Let's leave the heroes alone for a moment and turn to one of the most popular villains in the MCU. Tom Hiddleston's God of Mischief is Thor's adoptive brother who first tried to take over Asgard and then allied himself with a bigger evil and invaded Earth. Since then, he has appeared to redeem himself - or has he? So can you tell us the name of this MCU character we love to hate? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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From one Asgardian to another. This guy is the gatekeeper of the Bifrost, the pathway that links the planet to the other Nine Realms (which happens to look like Rainbow Road from Mario Kart). He's practically omniscient as he is said to see and hear everything that happens in those realms. But will he survive the events of Avengers: Infinity War? We'll have to see. Tell us the name of Idris Elba's Asgardian from the options laid out for you below.
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Gwyneth Paltrow is another star who has been around since the very beginning of the MCU. Initially, she was the loyal personal assistant to Iron Man who had to put up with clearing up his terrible behaviour. However, the pair fell in love over the first couple of movies and by the third the character had become CEO of his company. Last time we saw her, she and Iron Man might have become engaged. But what is her name? Pick the right answer below.
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Hayley Atwell's MCU character is no mere love interest. During World War 2, she was a tough-as-nails secret agent and Captain America was only human for falling for her. Tragically, he was frozen in ice and presumed dead before they could properly begin their relationship. The character later appeared as an old woman before passing away in Civil War. Though her adventures were continued in her own TV series. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Jon Favreau's biggest contribution to the MCU is directing the first two Iron Man movies, meaning we have him to thank for kicking off the franchise. However, he's an actor too and couldn't resist casting himself as Iron Man's bodyguard. Despite his name suggesting a jovial sort of guy, Favreau's character often seems stressed and grouchy. He was last seen babysitting the wallcrawler in Spider-Man: Homecoming. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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On the surface, this blue-skinned alien is a dangerous criminal, as he is one of the Captains of the Ravagers, a legion of space pirates. However, Guardians of the Galaxy viewers know that, ultimately, he has a heart of gold. He might not have treated Peter Quill right all his life but, really, he is his "daddy." Michael Rooker has played the character in two movies to date. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Back in the first two Thor films, Natalie Portman played the apparent love of the Asgardian's life. Her character was a celebrated physicist who fell head over heels for the musclebound god. Due to Portman proving unavailable - or simply growing bored of the franchise - she was left out of Thor: Ragnarok, however. It was simply stated that she and Thor had broken up. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Emily VanCamp's character hasn't been particularly well-served in the MCU so far but she is an interesting one. In The Winter Soldier, she appeared to be Cap's neighbour but was really a SHIELD agent. In Civil War, another twist was added to her character - she was the niece of Hayley Atwell's character. Which apparently meant Cap must be attracted to her, too, as they shared a kiss. Can you tell us her official designation at SHIELD? Pick the right answer below.
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Oscar-winning actor Anthony Hopkins lent his skills to the Marvel universe when he joined the Thor franchise as the titular god's wise father. In the first film, he sent his son to Earth in a bid to help him learn what it truly means to be a king. By the third film, Thor is ready to take over from his father and become the ruler Asgard needs. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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This character is one of the most famous in Spider-Man mythology but the MCU decided to deliver a very different version of the character. As played by Marisa Tomei, Peter's aunt became much younger than prior portrayals. As such, their relationship was a little different and she became a sort of "cool mom" rather than an elderly grandmother figure. At the end of Spider-Man: Homecoming, she even found out his secret identity. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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One of the breakout characters of Black Panther was Letitia Wright's role. Not only is she a princess of Wakanda and Black Panther's sister, she's also a technological genius - she might be even smarter than Iron Man! As well as designing her brother's suit, she is responsible for much of the cutting-edge tech found in Wakanda. Who knows what she'll come up with in Avengers: Infinity War? But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Another awesome character introduced into the MCU in Black Panther is this warrior woman played by The Walking Dead's Danai Gurira. She's the general of the Dora Milaje, the Wakandan king's personal guard. It's arguable that she is an even better fighter than Black Panther. We look forward to seeing what she adds to the fight in Avengers: Infinity War and future Black Panther movies. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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In the comics, this superhero is actually a major part of the Marvel universe, having served on both the Avengers and the X-Men. Due to the rival X-Men movie franchise also adapting the character, though, the MCU only featured him in one movie before he was shockingly killed off. He's Scarlet Witch's brother and had been granted speed powers by the Mind Stone. He gave his life saving Hawkeye and a young child. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Evangeline Lilly joined the MCU in 2015's Ant-Man as Hope Van Dyne. She was the daughter of the original Ant-Man and so felt that she should be his successor. Her dad didn't want to put her in danger but he eventually came around, designing her a super-suit in a post-credits scene. In an upcoming sequel to this film, Lily will finally get to play the superhero. But can you name this MCU character's alter ego? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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OK, here's one you need to be up to date with the upcoming movies in the MCU to get. Next year, Brie Larson will star in the franchise's first female-led movie as Carol Danvers, a US Air Force pilot gifted with super-powers after having her DNA mixed with alien genes. She's sure to be a major player in the future of the series. But do you know what her superhero name is? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Doctor Who star Karen Gillan is totally unrecognisable in her MCU role. As the adoptive sister of Zoe Saldana's character, Gillan plays the even more twisted other daughter of Josh Brolin's big bad. She is an out and out villain at first but allies herself with the Guardians of the Galaxy in the second film. She will likely side with Earth's Mightiest Heroes again in Avengers: Infinity War. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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In Doctor Strange, Benedict Cumberbatch's character was aided by another more experienced Master of the Mystic Arts in the fight against Kaecilius. A taciturn man, with an unlikely taste for Beyonce songs, this sorcerer was played by Benedict (yes, another one) Wong. In that film, he showed knowledge of the Infinity Stones so his expertise may prove very handy in Avengers: Infinity War. But can you name this MCU character? Try and pick the right answer from the options below.
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Iron Man's father is unusual in that the character has been played multiple times by two different actors. Most of the time, he is played by John Slattery (Iron Man 2, Ant-Man, Captain America: Civil War), but a younger version was also portrayed by Dominic Cooper (Captain America: The First Avenger, Agent Carter). As a young man, the character was a playboy much like his son but he grew into quite a stern businessman. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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This character, played by Stellan Skarsgard, is a regular of both the Thor franchise and the Avengers films. Thanks to his expertise in the field of physics, he is frequently wheeled out to explain away some crazy thing happening to the MCU. Memorably, he was brainwashed by Loki in The Avengers and then turned crazy - like running around naked crazy - in Thor: The Dark World. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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She's the right-hand woman to Samuel L. Jackson's head of SHIELD. Cobie Smulders' character is a high-ranking secret agent and has appeared in both Avengers movies and The Winter Soldier to date - as well as a recurring role on the Agents of SHIELD TV show. We don't know too much about her but it's clear that she's highly-capable, courageous and cool in the face of danger. Can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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Here is a slightly newer addition to the MCU. First introduced in Captain America: Civil War, Martin Freeman's character is a top agent for the CIA who was involved with the Sokovia Accords. He returned for a bigger role in Black Panther where he travelled to Wakanda and helped bring down the villainous Killmonger. We expect to see much more of the character moving forward. But can you name this MCU character? Pick the right answer from the options below.
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And here we have the biggest, baddest villain in the whole of the MCU. This alien tyrant has been hanging around the franchise since The Avengers, biding his time and waiting for the right moment to go on the offensive to claim all six Infinity Stones, which will grant him unlimited power. In Avengers: Infinity War, his time has finally come. But can you name this ultimate MCU villain played by Josh Brolin? Pick the right answer from the options below.