32 Marvel Memes for Fans Who Are Still Holding Out Hope for the Next Generation

John Summers • Contributor

Jan 19, 2025 12:00 AM EST

I blew it. I had the perfect opportunity to introduce my kids to the glorious world of the MCU, and I rushed it. In my head, it was going to be this magical bonding experience—a fresh MCU marathon, starting with Iron Man and building up to all the epic moments that made us fall in love with these characters.

I sat them down, pressed play, and told myself I wouldn't overwhelm them with my encyclopedic knowledge of Easter eggs or trivia. I'd let them enjoy the movie on their own terms. But the moment I saw their lukewarm reactions, I knew something was wrong. They sat through it like champs, but when it ended, they just looked at me and said, "It was okay. Can we watch Bluey now?" Ouch. That one hurt.

But it's not Iron Man's fault, or theirs. They're just not ready yet. I'll wait a few years and try again when they're older, and hopefully, they'll see the magic I do. In the meantime, these 32 Marvel memes are here to celebrate all the joy, action, and chaos of the MCU—for fans like me who are still waiting for the next generation to get on board.