Milestone Years
- 5th Anniversary: April 26, 2024
- 10th Anniversary: April 26, 2029
- 15th Anniversary: April 26, 2034
- 20th Anniversary: April 26, 2039
Inspiration Behind the Movie
Avengers: Endgame was inspired by over a decade of Marvel storytelling, culminating in a grand conclusion to the Infinity Saga. The story was influenced by classic comic book arcs like The Infinity Gauntlet and Avengers: Disassembled. The Russo brothers also cited Back to the Future Part II as an inspiration for the film’s time-travel sequences.
You Might Not Know
- Highest-Grossing Film (Briefly) – Endgame became the highest-grossing movie of all time in 2019, surpassing Avatar, until Avatar reclaimed the title with a re-release.
- Iron Man’s Last Words – Robert Downey Jr.’s iconic “I am Iron Man” line was a last-minute addition during reshoots.
- Captain America’s Age Reveal – The writers and directors had conflicting answers about Steve Rogers’ final timeline placement, sparking fan debates.
- Fat Thor’s Inspiration – Chris Hemsworth pushed for Thor’s transformation, wanting to explore a different emotional side of the character.
- The All-Women Scene – The scene featuring all the major female heroes was a nod to A-Force, an all-female Avengers team in the comics.
Food Ideas
- Shawarma Platter – A callback to The Avengers (2012) post-credit scene.
- Infinity Stone Cupcakes – Six cupcakes, each decorated in a different Infinity Stone color.
- Mjolnir Chicken Drumsticks – Chicken drumsticks wrapped in foil to resemble Thor’s hammer.
- Hulk Smash Guacamole – A vibrant, green snack for a Hulk-inspired touch.
- Tony Stark’s Cheeseburgers – A tribute to Iron Man’s love for burgers, first shown in Iron Man (2008).
Release Date: April 26, 2019
Summary:
Following the devastating events of Infinity War, the surviving Avengers embark on a daring mission to undo Thanos’ destruction. Time travel, sacrifice, and epic battles unfold as Earth’s mightiest heroes fight to restore the universe. This emotional conclusion to the Infinity Saga delivers high-stakes action, nostalgia, and a farewell to beloved characters.
Genre(s) and MPAA Rating: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, PG-13
Key Cast Members:
- Robert Downey Jr.
- Chris Evans
- Scarlett Johansson
- Chris Hemsworth
- Mark Ruffalo
- Jeremy Renner
Ways to Celebrate
- Dress as Your Favorite Avenger – Sport cosplay or themed apparel.
- Infinity Gauntlet Prop Giveaway – Have a fun contest with a replica Gauntlet as the prize.
- Recreate the “Portals” Scene – Fans can act out their favorite parts of the climactic battle.
- Marvel Trivia Night – Test knowledge of MCU facts with friends.
- Post-Credits Scene Marathon – Watch every MCU post-credits scene leading up to Endgame.
Filming Locations
- Pinewood Atlanta Studios (Georgia, USA) – Major battle scenes were filmed here.
- Downtown Atlanta – Served as New York City in several sequences.
- St. Abbs, Scotland – The setting for New Asgard.
- Upstate New York (CGI & Studio) – The Avengers compound was digitally created based on real landscapes.