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14 Years Ago Today in TV History: Marvel’s ‘The Avengers’ Premiered in Los Angeles & Changed Super Hero Movies

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April 11, 2026

[#item_full_content] On April 11, 2012—exactly 14 years ago today—Hollywood lit up like never before as Marvel Studios’ The Avengers held its glittering world premiere at the historic El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles. Directed by Joss Whedon and starring an all-star ensemble including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, and Jeremy 14 Years Ago Today in TV History: Marvel’s ‘The Avengers’ Premiered in Los Angeles & Changed Super Hero Movies Read More

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