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Avengers: Endgame (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Avengers: Endgame (2019) movie poster

Avengers: Endgame is a 2019 action adventure film starring Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Chris Evans and Jeremy Renner. It is inspired by The Infinity Gauntlet by Jim Starlin and George Pérez. It runs 3 hours 1 minute and earned $2.8 billion worldwide on a $356 million budget. It won 8 awards from 19 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Critics gave it 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.4/10.

IMDb rating
8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
worldwide gross
$2.8B
awards won
8
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Avengers: Endgame (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
3h 1m (181 min)
Genres
Action , Adventure , Sci-Fi , Fantasy
Original language
English
Studio
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Budget
$356M
Inspired by
The Infinity Gauntlet by Jim Starlin and George Pérez
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Avengers: Endgame About?

The premise of Avengers: Endgame without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

With Tony Stark's oxygen dwindling, a desperate mission begins. The surviving Avengers – Thor, Black Widow, Captain America, and Bruce Banner – set out to gather their fallen allies. Their goal: to confront Thanos, the powerful demigod who decimated the planet and universe. The team faces a perilous quest and an apocalyptic showdown to undo Thanos's devastating actions and restore balance to the cosmos.

Avengers: Endgame Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • time travel
  • superhero
  • super villain
  • cosmic
  • marvel cinematic universe
  • sequel
  • superhero team
  • action hero
  • epic battle
  • final battle
  • ensemble cast
  • talking raccoon
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  • battle
  • blockbuster
  • hero
  • invasion
  • raccoon
  • fourth part
  • severed arm
  • alternate timeline
  • based on comic book
  • iron spider armor
  • younger version of character
  • sacrifice
  • talking animal
  • shared universe
  • ant man character
  • spider man character
  • black panther character
  • war machine character
  • the incredible hulk character
  • scarlet witch character
  • tony stark character
  • hawkeye character
  • group name in title
  • memorial
  • revenge
  • asgardian
  • alien attack
  • alternate dimension
  • destruction
  • drax the destroyer character
  • doctor strange character
  • fighting in the air
  • bow and arrow
  • red skull character
  • stan lee cameo
  • thor the marvel comics character
  • 5 years later
  • battle of new york
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Cast & crew

Avengers: Endgame Cast & Characters

Chris Hemsworth leads the cast as Thor, with Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, Captain America and Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton, Hawkeye.

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Ratings

Avengers: Endgame Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Avengers: Endgame 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 85/100, strongest in character & emotion (90) and weakest in story & flow (80).

85 /100

Avengers: Endgame Echo Score Breakdown

Avengers: Endgame delivers a sweeping conclusion that balances emotional payoffs, narrative precision, and spectacle. Reviews highlight its triumph of narrative engineering, seamlessly weaving callbacks from earlier installments into a coherent finale. Viewers praise the emotional stakes driven by character arcs and the cathartic release of the final battle scenes. Some note the extended runtime and occasional pacing lulls in the middle act, but these moments are outweighed by the film’s resonant closure. Overall, Endgame stands as a compelling culmination of the series.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, Endgame presents expansive production design and dynamic direction. The film’s climactic battle sequences showcase meticulous staging and camera work that amplify its scale. Critics note an elevated level of fan-service moments seamlessly integrated into set pieces. Overall, the technical execution reinforces the film’s epic scope and polish.

  • Character & Emotion 90

    When it comes to character and emotion, Endgame features powerful performances and strong ensemble chemistry. Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal is frequently cited for its emotional resonance, supported by compelling turns from Johansson and Evans. Some critics mention minor inconsistencies in character tone, particularly with the Hulk’s comedic shift. Overall, the film’s character arcs deliver meaningful weight and emotional closure.

  • Story & Flow 80

    In terms of story and flow, Endgame achieves a cohesive finale that ties together multiple narrative threads from the broader franchise. The three-hour runtime allows for thematic payoffs and callback moments, though a few viewers note pacing lulls in the extended middle act. Time-travel complexities and minor plot holes emerge, yet the sense of closure and narrative engineering prevail in the conclusion.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    When assessing sensory experience, Endgame offers immersive sound design and a stirring musical score that heighten the drama. Visual effects and cinematography deliver grand set pieces, from the final battlefield to intimate character moments. Audience reactions in packed theaters underscore the film’s kinetic energy and thematic beats. Overall, the audiovisual elements reinforce its epic presentation.

  • Rewatch Factor 85

    For rewatch factor, Endgame has substantial lasting appeal through its emotional highlights and fan-service callbacks. Viewers frequently return to relive key character moments and cathartic set pieces, appreciating new details on subsequent screenings. Some mention the film’s length as a slight barrier, yet the rewarding payoff and cohesive finale encourage repeat viewings. Overall, it maintains strong replay value.

Plot

Avengers: Endgame Plot Summary

What happens in Avengers: Endgame from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 2018, Clint Barton, who is under house arrest due to his involvement in the Avengers’ Civil War, spends time teaching his daughter Lila archery at their home while his wife Laura and their two sons prepare for a picnic. Suddenly, he witnesses the horrifying event as everyone around him vanishes into ash, leaving him in panic and entirely alone.

Full summary

The whole story of Avengers: Endgame, scene by scene

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Box office

Avengers: Endgame Box Office & Budget

Avengers: Endgame grossed $2.8 billion worldwide on a $356 million budget, 7.9 times what it cost. $858.4 million came from the US and Canada and $1.94 billion (69%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.8B

7.9× its budget

US & Canada
$858.4M
International
$1.9B
Budget
$356M
US & Canada 31% Rest of the world 69%
Awards

Avengers: Endgame Awards & Nominations

Avengers: Endgame won 8 awards from 19 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Its biggest night was the Saturn Awards 2019, with 5 wins from 12 nominations.

8 wins19 nominations6 ceremonies

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Videos

Avengers: Endgame Trailers & Videos

9 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser, 4 clips and 2 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 9 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer 2
  • Teaser
  • Clip Clip
  • Clip “Hulk Out”
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Avengers: Endgame?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What event causes Clint Barton's family to disintegrate?
Cars

Cars in Avengers: Endgame

27 cars on screen, including the 1967 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 and the 1972 Ford Econoline.

All 27 cars
  • 1967 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 in Avengers: Endgame 1967 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Important role
  • 1972 Ford Econoline in Avengers: Endgame 1972 Ford Econoline Important role
  • 2018 Audi e-tron GT in Avengers: Endgame 2018 Audi e-tron GT Minor role
  • 2017 Audi e-tron Sportback in Avengers: Endgame 2017 Audi e-tron Sportback Minor role
Details

Avengers: Endgame Also Known As

64 alternative titles, including “Avengers: Endgame 3D” and “Marvel Studios' Avengers: Endgame”.

Also known as
  • Avengers: Endgame 3D
  • Marvel Studios' Avengers: Endgame
  • Vengadores 4: Endgame
  • 复仇者联盟4：终局之战
  • Vingadores Ultimato
  • Os Vingadores 4 - Ultimato
  • Avengers 4: Hồi Kết
  • 어벤져스 4
  • Hakmarrësit: Loja e Fundit
  • Ha'Nokmim: Sof Ha'Mis'hak
  • アベンジャーズ エンドゲーム
  • Keršytojai: Pabaiga
+52 more
  • अवेंजर्स: एंडगेम
  • اوینجرز : اینڈگیم
  • Мсціўцы: Фінал
  • Одмаздници: Крај на игрите
  • Qisasçılar: Final
  • Վրիժառուները: Վերջնախաղ
  • المنتقمون: نهاية اللعبة
  • انتقام‌جویان: پایان بازی
  • Кек алушылар: Финал
  • Ar alýanlar: soňy Oýun
  • एभेन्जर्स: इन्डगेम
  • অ্যাভেঞ্জার্স: এন্ডগেম
  • அவெஞ்சர்ஸ்: எண்ட்கேம்
  • అవెంజర్స్: ఎండ్ గేమ్, შურისმაძიებლები: ენდშპილი
  • Avengers 4
  • Avengers: Infinity War Part II
  • אנדגיים
  • The Avengers 4: Endgame
  • Vingadores: Endgame
  • Avengers : Endgame
  • Мстители: Финал
  • Εκδικητές: Η Τελευταία Πράξη
  • Vengadores: Endgame
  • הנוקמים: סוף המשחק
  • Avengers: Koniec gry
  • Месники: Завершення
  • 復仇者聯盟 4：終局之戰
  • Отмъстителите: Краят
  • Qasoskorlar: Intiho
  • Vingadores: Ultimato
  • 어벤져스: 엔드게임, შურისმაძიებლები: დასასრული
  • 復仇者聯盟：終局之戰
  • Bosszúállók: Végjáték
  • Keršytojai. Pabaiga
  • Osvetnici: Završnica
  • Avengers : Phase finale
  • அவென்ஜர்ஸ்: எண்ட்கேம்
  • ఎవెంజర్స్: ఎండ్ గేమ్
  • एवेंजर्स: एंडगेम
  • アベンジャーズ／エンドゲーム
  • Răzbunătorii: Sfârșitul jocului
  • อเวนเจอร์ส: เผด็จศึก
  • المنتقمون نهاية اللعبة
  • Осветници: Крај игре
  • انتقام جویان: پایان بازی
  • Maščevalci: Zaključek
  • Atriebēji: Noslēgums
  • Mendekatzaileak: Jokoaren amaiera
  • Venjadors: Endgame
  • അവെഞ്ചേഴ്സ്: എൻഡ്ഗെയിം
  • ಅವೆಂಜರ್ಸ್: ಎಂಡ್ಗೇಮ್
  • Tasujad: Lõppmäng

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FAQ

Avengers: Endgame FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Avengers: Endgame, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Avengers: Endgame?

Avengers: Endgame runs 3 hours 1 minute (181 minutes).

When was Avengers: Endgame released?

Avengers: Endgame was released on April 26, 2019.

Who is in the cast of Avengers: Endgame?

Avengers: Endgame stars Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, Captain America and Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton, Hawkeye, among 13 credited actors.

How much did Avengers: Endgame make at the box office?

Avengers: Endgame grossed $2.8 billion worldwide ($858.4 million domestic, $1.94 billion international) on a budget of $356 million.

How is Avengers: Endgame rated?

Avengers: Endgame has 8.4/10 on IMDb, 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78 on Metacritic and 82% on TMDB.

What awards did Avengers: Endgame win?

Avengers: Endgame won 8 awards from 19 nominations, including Best Action Movie at the Critics' Choice 2020.

Does Avengers: Endgame have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Avengers: Endgame has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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