About thirteen years ago, if someone said that there would one day be an Eternals movie, they probably would have been laughed at. And not just because most people had no idea who the Eternals are. Now not only is this movie actually happening but it's also got a cast that reads like a who's who of the industry.

Eternals is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase 4 and has been directed by multiple Academy Award-winner Chloe Zhao and stars Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Kit Harington, Salma Hayek, and Angelina Jolie in key roles. It also features the first love scene and the first LGBTQ relationship in the MCU. Seriously, pinch me, I still can't believe I'm not dreaming this up.

The movie is about an immortal race of beings known as the Eternals who have lived on Earth for 7,000 years. Created by all-powerful space gods called the Celestials, the Eternals defend humanity from their villainous counterparts, the Deviants. It's good vs evil on a scale like you've never seen before on the silver screen (or any other screen for that matter).

Now to be fair, Eternals hasn't exactly had the best reviews but it's still something that Marvel fans have been hoping to see for a very long time. So we've put together this quick guide that answers every question you might have about where to watch the movie, when it's coming to streaming, and more.

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Is Eternals Streaming Online?

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Why, yes, Eternals is available for streaming right now on Disney+. Here's the link to the movie's landing page on the streaming service.

When it first premiered, Eternals was given an exclusive 45-day theatrical window before being added to the service on January 12, 2022. Marvel took a similar approach with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which is the last MCU film to be released before Eternals. However, Shang-Chi's Disney+ premiere was on November 12 despite releasing in US theatres on September 3. That's a 70-day gap but it was mostly so that the movie could be added to the service as part of their Disney+ Day celebrations.

And in case you're wondering if it would be worthwhile to stream such an epic movie at home, Disney+ now lets you watch the film using the IMAX Enhanced option, which is designed to give you a more immersive viewing experience.

Does Eternals Require Disney+ Premier Access?

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No, now that Eternals has been released on Disney+, you can watch the movie on the service with your existing subscription. The Premier Access feature is primarily meant for movies that release simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+, which was the case with Black Widow. But since Shang-Chi and Eternals have had their exclusive theatrical windows, this doesn't really apply to them. In case you don't have Disney+ already, subscriptions to the service cost $7.99 per month in the US.

Is Eternals on Digital, VOD, or Blu-ray?

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Eternals was added to all major digital platforms on January 12, 2022, the same day it was released on Disney+. And if you're hoping to get the movie in physical formats, Eternals will be arriving in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on February 15. Director Chloe Zhao has revealed that the movie's Blu-ray release will include four deleted scenes so that's definitely something to look forward to. There's also going to be a gag reel included in the physical media releases.

Is Eternals in Movie Theaters?

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Eternals is still playing in a handful of theaters in the US but it has been a while since its release so you might not be able to catch it at your local theater. The movie had its theatrical release on November 5, 2021. Before that, its world premiere was held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on October 18, 2021. Eternals was also screened at the Rome Film Festival on October 24.

The film's release had been delayed by almost a year from its initial release date due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was originally supposed to come out on November 6, 2020. Pandemic delays caused the movie to be pushed first to February 12, 2021, and then to its final date.

If you are going to a theater to watch the movie, do continue to take all the necessary precautions. Due to the continued rise of COVID cases in the US, theaters may require you to wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Check your state's most recent safety guidelines for a worry-free moviegoing experience. And in case heading out to watch the film isn't an option for you, you can always choose to stream it at home. Stay safe and have fun, true believers!

What Marvel Movies Do You Need to Watch Before Eternals?

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If you've asked yourself this question already, we can't blame you. As a rule, everything is connected in the MCU and it's perfectly understandable if you're worried you might miss something without having seen all the previous movies. That said, you don't have to do that with this one.

That's not to say that Eternals doesn't tie in with other MCU releases. However, Chloe Zhao has created a rather unique story with this movie and it stands quite well on its own. Now, if you do want to watch a few previous MCU films ahead of Eternals, here's what you need to check out:

Guardians of the Galaxy: The first Guardians of the Galaxy movie was also the first time we got a mention of the Celestials. For those who don't know, the Celestials are the oldest beings in the universe, responsible for creating practically all life in the MCU. Their experiments are what created the Eternals and the Deviants in the first place. In Guardians of the Galaxy, we get a pretty useful crash course on what the Celestials are and we also see Knowhere, the severed head of a Celestial that serves as a mining colony and a hub for the seedier elements of the galaxy.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: Now this one features the first full appearance of a Celestial, albeit one that's drastically different from the ones in Eternals. Kurt Russell plays an important role in the movie as Ego, the father of Peter Quill/Star-Lord (Chris Pratt). Ego is a Celestial, though he isn't as fully developed as the other members of his species. But despite that, he's a vastly powerful being and his feats should give you a pretty good idea of what the Celestials are capable of.

Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame: Okay, to be honest, this two-part story doesn't actually have a lot to do with Eternals. However, the disappearance and return of half the universe's population does directly lead to the events of Eternals. Plus, all of Phase 4 pretty much spins out of Avengers: Endgame so it's an important milestone for the whole franchise. And even if that wasn't the case, the films are still a great watch for MCU fans and have some amazing moments that get better each time you revisit them.

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