Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme (2007)
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A brilliant but arrogant surgeon turned mystic, Stephen Strange trains under the Ancient One to stop the demon Dormammu invading Earth through a circle of rogue sorcerers. This 2007 Marvel film was made outside Marvel Studios’ main MCU line-up, so it’s optional for the watch order and works fine on its own. It runs 1h 16m.
| Release date | August 14, 2007 |
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| Runtime | 1h 16m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 6.7/10 |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Introduced Doctor Strange to a generation of viewers nearly a decade before Benedict Cumberbatch took the role, and its take on the Ancient One predates the MCU's controversial recasting.
Where it fits in your watch
- All legacy Marvel films
Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme FAQ
Can you skip Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU timeline, so nothing in the MCU depends on it.
When was Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme released?
Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme was released on August 14, 2007.
Is Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme part of the MCU?
No. Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme have a post-credit scene?
No, Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
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Where to watch Doctor Strange: The Sorcerer Supreme outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Not included | Rent: Amazon |
| Canada | Not included | Not available |
| India | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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