The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been pumping out movies for over a decade now, and it has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, with the movies breaking box office records and the characters becoming pop culture icons. Marvel has now reached the point where Hollywood's biggest names are wanting to get involved, with the likes of Christian Bale now ing the cast for projects.
However, these movies have also helped make careers as well, with actors such as Tom Holland and Chris Evans being rocketed to newfound levels of fame because of their involvement. While the Avengers stars are loved on-screen, fans have taken that off it as well, wanting to follow their favorite heroes on social media too. While certain actors like Paul Rudd and Scarlett Johansson aren't on social media, many of them are available to follow.
Updated on July 3rd, 2021 by Matthew Wilkinson: With Disney+ now pushing more MCU content than ever, thanks to its television shows such as Loki and WandaVision, the excitement surrounding the characters has only grown to new heights.
Whether it's pictures of Chris Hemsworth working out or Jeremy Renner training with his bow and arrow, the personal s of the MCU stars really do open the door to their lives, which helps MCU fans connect with them even more than before, hence why they've gained such tremendous followings.
Anthony Mackie (2.3 Million Followers)
Anthony Mackie plays The Falcon within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having been a key part of the Avengers since he was brought in. He is a character that has grown in popularity over time, having more of an influence, especially since being handed Captain America's shield.
Anthony is actually very new to Instagram, having only created his in August 2020, which makes the fact he has already gained two million followers impressive. He shares images of himself on-set, as well as what he is doing in his personal life, making his an entertaining one for all types of fans to follow.
Brie Larson (6.7 Million Followers)
Brie Larson is one of the newest actors within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, playing the part of Captain Marvel. It's a role that quickly made a big impact within the franchise, with the hero being one of the most powerful characters within the MCU, and she has become a firm fan favorite.
On Instagram, Brie posts regular content with a real range of images and videos that audiences can appreciate. She often shares her workouts online, talking with different celebrities who give tips and ideas to others, promoting her YouTube channel at the same time.
Karen Gillan (7.3 Million Followers)
While there are moments when Karen Gillan's character, Nebula, can be a villain, ultimately she comes good and helps the rest of the Avengers with her knowledge of Thanos. While this might not be the first character that fans think about, Karen Gillan is a very funny person.
Her Instagram feed is a fantastic source of entertainment, with funny videos, behind-the-scenes pictures, and very regular updates for her fans. Therefore, it's no real surprise that she's managed to build up a lot of fans.
Samuel L. Jackson (7.3 Million Followers)
Samuel L. Jackson has been involved with the Avengers from the beginning, portraying Nick Fury who was responsible for putting the original group together. He is a strong leader and someone who brings the best out of the likes of Iron Man and Captain America.
His Instagram is filled with brilliant selfies in a range of different shirts. He always puts together some fantastic captions to go along with them as well, helping to make all of his posts entertaining.
Zoe Saldana (7.5 Million Followers)
Zoe Saldana ed the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy, portraying Gamora. She brings in a great deal of confidence and combat skill to the group, as well as having a romantic story with Star-Lord and a deeply emotional connection to Thanos.
On Instagram, Zoe shares a lot of content with fun behind-the-scenes details about the role of Gamora. Meanwhile, she also puts a lot of content in regards to ion projects that she has been involved with or political ideas she believes in, using her platform for positivity.
Sebastian Stan (7.8 Million Followers)
Sebastian Stan has been a big part of the MCU for several years now, being used as a villain at times, and a great hero in others as the Winter Soldier. His character is complex and emotional, with his friendship with Captain America being one of the greatest relationships within the franchise.
Since the Disney+ series The Falcon And The Winter Soldier, Sebastian Stan's popularity has only risen, which is why he's gained over seven million followers. His Instagram feed is also perfect for fans of the MCU too, as he shares a lot of images from his times on-set.
Chadwick Boseman (11 Million Followers)
The loss of Chadwick Boseman is one that rocked the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but he left behind an incredible legacy of work, both in and out of the MCU. His role as Black Panther is one of many roles he will be ed for, and it's one that he helped make iconic.
The fact that he has 11 million followers on Instagram showcases the love that the world has for Chadwick and his work as both an actor and a human. He often shared artwork from fans and posted about ionate causes he clearly cared about, looking to use his reach for the greater good.
Chris Evans (11.7 Million Followers)
Considering the fact that Chris Evans plays one of the biggest parts in the MCU as Captain America, it is quite surprising he doesn't have more followers than he does. However, he did only create his in 2020, which makes his a lot newer than most of his co-stars.
His Instagram feed is a great one, with Chris Evans dedicating a large majority of his posts to his pet dog, which is content that everybody can enjoy. He doesn't post quite as frequently as some of the other actors, but it's still a great feed that feels wholesome.
Jeremy Renner (15.7 Million Followers)
Whether people know him best for his work in the Jeremy Renner is a popular actor. The fact he has over 15 million followers on Instagram showcases that.
His Instagram is a fun to follow which really does cover all bases. There's workout footage, some great family moments, as well as on-set pictures and hilarious videos of him training and practicing with his bow and arrow. Plus, with Hawkeye set to have his own Disney+ show in the near future, Jeremy's popularity is only set to increase.
Mark Ruffalo (19.9 Million Followers)
Mark Ruffalo is one of the most talented and successful actors in the MCU, and he has turned out to be the perfect casting for the role of Hulk. His Instagram features a lot of funny images, proving that he doesn't take himself too seriously, whether it's photoshoots in the bath, or of him joking around with his fellow Avengers.
However, he is also someone who uses his for the greater good. Mark Ruffalo often shares projects he believes in and it's always great to see an actor do that, as they have the chance to influence a lot of people to get involved in something that can benefit good causes.
