Marvel and Disney+ have issued a daunting watch list for fans ahead of Avengers: Doomsday, requiring a staggering 42 hours to get through. The playlist, complete with origin stories, team-ups, and multiversal information, is designed to prepare viewers for the latest MCU release. Among the selections, fans will find two X-Men entries, presumably due to the return of Patrick Stewart, James Marsden, Ian McKellen, and Alan Cumming. The official podcast, however, sticks to the Infinity Saga, offering weekly recaps. While the homework list may seem like a lot, it’s a strategic way for Disney+ to convert hype into streaming content views, ensuring its monthly cost is justified.

Avengers: Doomsday hits cinemas on December 18, and with 38 movies and 25 series to catch up on, the task is no small feat. From Captain America: The First Avenger to Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the playlist spans the entire MCU. The inclusion of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings suggests a comprehensive approach.

Devoted fans, however, might notice that The Marvels is notably absent, while two X-Men entries predate the MCU entirely. The official list, while thorough, might be a bit of a stretch for casual viewers, but for dedicated fans, it’s a chance to revisit the entire MCU saga.

With every title available on Disney+, the streaming service is betting big on the hype to draw in subscribers. Whether it’s a homework assignment or a marathon of superhero antics, the countdown is on.