Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors (2018)
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Kamala Khan's Ms. Marvel recruits Squirrel Girl, America Chavez, and Inferno to stop Hala the Accuser's Kree invasion after an Inhuman rescue goes wrong. Released in 2018, it’s a Marvel film that isn’t part of the MCU timeline, so it’s optional and stands on its own. At 1h 20m, it streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Release date | September 30, 2018 |
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| Runtime | 1h 20m |
| Age rating | TV-Y7 |
| IMDb rating | 5.5/10 |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
The centerpiece of the Marvel Rising initiative, a deliberate push for younger, more diverse heroes (Ms. Marvel, Squirrel Girl, America Chavez) that predated their live-action debuts.
About Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors
Kamala Khan is a teenage Inhuman who can shapeshift, and with her friend Doreen Green, Squirrel Girl, she wants to prove that Inhumans can be heroes, not threats. Their investigations draw in S.H.I.E.L.D. agents Quake and Patriot along with America Chavez and Dante Pertuz, also called Inferno. Meanwhile, Hala the Accuser is recruiting Inhumans for the Kree through her agent Exile.
Marvel Animation produced the 80-minute TV movie, which premiered on Disney Channel and Disney XD at the same time on September 30, 2018. Mairghread Scott wrote it and Alfred Gimeno was supervising director. The voice cast includes Kathreen Khavari as Kamala, Milana Vayntrub as Squirrel Girl, Cierra Ramirez as America Chavez, Tyler Posey as Inferno and Kim Raver as Captain Marvel. Critics liked the diverse cast and its themes of acceptance and teamwork.
Good to know
- Chloe Bennet and Ming-Na Wen, Daisy Johnson and Melinda May on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., voice Quake and Hala.
- It was the first full-length film in the Marvel Rising franchise, after the Initiation shorts.
- Critics praised the screen debut of America Chavez, years before she joined the MCU in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
- The theme song, "Born Ready," is sung by Dove Cameron.
How to watch it
Watch the Marvel Rising: Initiation shorts first, since they set the scene, then this movie. It is outside the MCU and has its own continuity. It makes a fun companion to Ms. Marvel and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness if you want another take on Kamala and America. Younger viewers and fans of the newer teen heroes will get the most from it.
Where it fits in your watch
- All legacy Marvel films
Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors FAQ
Who voices Ms. Marvel in Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors?
Kathreen Khavari voices Kamala Khan.
Is Chloe Bennet in Marvel Rising?
Yes. She voices Quake, the same character she played on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Who is the villain in Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors?
Hala the Accuser, voiced by Ming-Na Wen, is recruiting Inhumans for the Kree with help from Exile.
Can you skip Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors?
Yes, skip it if you like. It’s a Marvel title, but not part of the MCU timeline.
When was Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors released?
Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors was released on September 30, 2018.
Is Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors part of the MCU?
No. Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors have a post-credit scene?
No, Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
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Where to watch Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Disney+ | None needed |
| Canada | Disney+ | None needed |
| Australia | Disney+ | None needed |
| India | JioHotstar | None needed |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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