The Incredible Hulk (2008) — Directed by Louis Leterrier (Officially part of the MCU, with Edward Norton as Bruce Banner) 🔑 Key Points: Continuity Reset: Reboot of the Hulk story — this version fits into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Story Setup: Bruce Banner is hiding in Brazil, trying to cure himself while being hunted by the U.S. military. The Serum Connection: General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross wants to use Banner’s condition to create super soldiers. The Villain: Soldier Emil Blonsky injects himself with a similar serum, becoming Abomination, a monstrous version of Hulk. Climax: Hulk defeats Abomination in a massive city battle. Ending Scene: Bruce retreats to Canada, learning to control his transformations. Post-Credit Scene: Tony Stark (Iron Man) appears, teasing the idea of forming The Avengers. 🧭 3. The Avengers (2012) — Directed by Joss Whedon (Mark Ruffalo replaces Edward Norton as Bruce Banner) 🔑 Key Points: Recruitment: Nick Fury recruits Banner for his scientific expertise. Transformation: Hulk loses control aboard the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier. Battle of New York: Hulk fights alongside Iron Man, Thor, and others against Loki’s Chitauri army. “I’m always angry” moment: Iconic scene where Banner reveals he can now control when he transforms. Team Dynamic: Hulk becomes a core Avenger. ⚔️ 4. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) 🔑 Key Points: Science Partners: Bruce and Tony create Ultron, an AI that becomes a global threat. Romantic Subplot: Developing feelings for Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow). Control Issues: Despite progress, Hulk still causes destruction under stress. Final Decision: Hulk disappears after the Sokovia battle, isolating himself to protect others. 🌌 5. Thor: Ragnarok (2017) 🔑 Key Points: Planet Sakaar: Hulk has been stuck as Hulk (not Banner) for two years, becoming a gladiator champion. Personality Growth: Hulk now speaks more and shows an independent personality. Team-Up: Thor helps Hulk and Valkyrie escape to stop Hela on Asgard. Ending: Hulk returns to help defeat Hela, then escapes with the Asgardian survivors. 💔 6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018) 🔑 Key Points: Defeat by Thanos: Hulk loses to Thanos early in the movie and refuses to reappear afterward. Banner’s Role: Bruce fights using the Hulkbuster armor instead. Theme: Internal conflict — Hulk’s fear and pride prevent him from emerging. 🧠 7. Avengers: Endgame (2019) 🔑 Key Points: Smart Hulk: Bruce merges his intelligence with Hulk’s strength, creating Professor Hulk (or “Smart Hulk”). Time Travel: Helps design the Quantum Time Machine to reverse Thanos’s snap. Gauntlet Snap: Smart Hulk uses the Infinity Stones to restore everyone — severely injuring his arm. Closure: Becomes a calm, respected scientist-hero blending both personas. 👩🦱 8. She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022) (Disney+ Series) 🔑 Key Points: Mentor Role: Bruce helps his cousin Jennifer Walters (She-Hulk) learn to manage her Hulk powers. Banner’s Arc: He’s fully comfortable as Smart Hulk and later goes to space (possibly setting up World War Hulk storyline). 🌍 Overall Hulk Timeline Themes 2003: Trauma and family 2008: Mutation and military pursuit 2012–2019: Control, acceptance, and teamwork 2022–Future: Passing on the legacy Would you like me to make a short summ