'Most spectacular' superhero film is now ready to watch for free

A movie hailed as the "best superhero film" ever has landed on a free streaming platform, seven years on from its cinematic launch.

Avengers: Infinity War, following the success of The Avengers and Avengers: Age of Ultron, made a splash as the third instalment in the unforgettable MCU series.

The 2018 blockbuster brought together fan favourites like Robert Downey Jr. 's Iron Man, Chris Evans' Captain America, Chris Hemsworth's Thor, and Scarlett Johansson's Natasha Romanoff, much to the delight of Marvel enthusiasts.

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In this thrilling chapter, the formidable Thanos, portrayed by Josh Brolin, presses on with his relentless pursuit of the infinity stones, while the Avengers unite to thwart his plans for "chaos and destruction".

Marvel fans are now in for a treat as they can stream the legendary flick at no cost.

For the first time, Avengers: Infinity War is available on BBC iPlayer, having dropped onto the service today, Saturday, July 26.

With iPlayer being a complimentary service, all that's required is an email address to dive into its vast library.

Upon its initial release, the MCU sensation swiftly smashed records, becoming the quickest movie to surpass the $1 billion and $1.5 billion milestones in worldwide box office earnings and clinching the title of 2018's highest-grossing film.

Judging by the enduring enthusiasm from fans, it's clear why Infinity War remains a cherished addition to the Marvel canon.

A social media user was effusive in their praise, stating: "When all superheroes come together, you get a superb movie. Infinity War is no less than a miracle. It not only impresses you, but also leaves you spellbound."

They continued to extol the film's virtues: "Cinematically, it's the most amazing and spectacular film ever made."

Another fan concurred with the sentiment: "I think it may be one of the single best movies I have ever seen!", while a third offered high praise: "IW is not just the best MCU movie but also one of the greatest superhero movies of all time.

"The writing brilliantly intertwined humor, action, and emotional depth, making sure every character had their moment to shine."

A fellow fan stated: "Avengers: Infinity War is a ground-breaking, unique movie within the genre."

Avengers: Infinity War is available for viewing on BBC iPlayer.