70 details you may have missed in 'Avengers: Endgame'

Kirsten AcunaApr 29, 2020, 01:50 IST

Did you notice the Avengers hands formed Tony's first arc reactor? While you're working through your emotions after watching "Avengers: Endgame," let's revisit some of the nostalgic moments and Easter eggs you may have missed.Marvel Studios, composite by Kirsten Acuna

Warning: There are major spoilers ahead for "Avengers: Endgame."
After multiple watches of "Endgame" and a watch party with the directors and screenwriters to celebrate the film's one year anniversary, Insider rounds up the best details you may have missed in the three-hour movie.
Among the Easter eggs are a nod to Tony Stark's arc reactor you may have overlooked and an appearance by Howard the Duck.

"Avengers: Endgame" is a satisfying conclusion to over a decade of the Marvel Universe. Moreso, it's a giant love letter to the fans. If you put in the time and watched all 21 Marvel Cinematic Universe movies leading up to "Endgame," you're rewarded with nods, direct callbacks, and subtle references to the comics and movies alike.

After multiple viewings, Insider rounded up some of the best references you may only catch if you've recently re-watched some of the MCU movies. For instance, did you notice the group's hand shot from the trailers is a nod to Tony's first arc reactor in 2008's "Iron Man"? There's also a blink-and-you'll-miss-it A-113 Easter egg.

I don't think we could possibly round up every single little reference and nod to the 21 films before it. But here are some of the best. We've added a few new tidbits after directors Anthony and Joe Russo and screenwriters Stephen McFeely and Christopher Markus joined Comicbook.com's quarantine watch party to commemorate the film's one-year anniversary.

Buckle up. You may get a bit emotional by the end.

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There are no post-credits scenes, but there is a small nod to "Iron Man" at the film's very end.

This is the moment we thought of during the very end of the "Avengers: Endgame" credits. "Iron Man"

The song which plays at the movie's end is "It's Been a Long, Long Time."

Peggy Carter and Steve Rogers. Marvel Studios

Take a careful look at Stark's original arc reactor again. The Avengers hands in this "Endgame" scene recreate the look of his arc. In turn, the Avengers make up Tony's heart.

This one made me emotional when it was pointed out to me. Marvel Studios

Take a careful look at Stark's original arc reactor again. The Avengers hands in this "Endgame" scene recreate the look of his arc. In turn, the Avengers make up Tony's heart.

Pepper floats Tony's original arc reactor onto a lake during his funeral.

This is one of the movie's saddest moments. Paramount Pictures

Tony's death was foreshadowed by Captain America and every single "Iron Man" movie.

If you've recently watched any of the "Iron Man" movies, the message was there all along. Marvel Studios

Happy Hogan asks Morgan what kind of food she wants to eat near the film's end. Her response? A cheeseburger.

Tony brings a cheeseburger with him to a press conference at the end of "Iron Man" and eats it in front of press. Paramount Pictures

A lone teen is seen standing at Tony's funeral. It's the same boy he met in "Iron Man 3."

Harley Keener is all grown up in "Iron Man 3." Marvel

Thor winds up with the Guardians of the Galaxy at the movie's end, but that shouldn't have been a total shock. There was a hint that would happen earlier in the movie.

Will Thor be a part of the "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3"? I'm down. Disney

The final scene between Tony Stark and Peter Parker was an absolute mirror to their final moments together in "Infinity War."

This time, their situations were reversed. Marvel Studios

Tony Stark also used the Infinity Gauntlet in the comics.

Tony also wears the gauntlet in the comics. Marvel Comics

When Peter's in trouble, Captain America tosses Thor's hammer his way while saying, "Hey Queens, heads up."

When they first met, Cap and Spider-Man were fighting one another. Marvel Studios

Spider-Man tells his suit to "activate instant kill."

This was one of the lighter moments during the final battle. Sony Pictures/Marvel

Drax is seen stabbing an enemy on the battlefield and it reminds us of a moment from the opening of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2."

Drax gleefully stabs away at Thanos' alien army in "Endgame." Disney/Marvel

The Iron Man suit we see Pepper Potts in is a direct reference to the comics and animated series.

The R.E.S.C.U.E. suit has been seen in animated series. Kids may have known exactly who Pepper was dressed up as even though Rescue's name isn't said on screen. Disney/Marvel

Black Panther and Clint Barton have a moment that calls back to their first (and only) meeting in "Captain America: Civil War."

The scene between Black Panther and Clint when they meet for the first time. Marvel Studios

Once everyone arrives to the battlefield, Captain America finally says an iconic line from the comics, "Avengers Assemble."

Here's the cover of Avengers No. 16. Marvel Comics

According to the screenwriters, Captain America likely wasn't worthy of wielding Thor's hammer in the past.

There's a reason Cap is just wielding it now. Marvel Studios

In a nod to the comics, Captain America wields Thor's hammer, Mjolnir.

We finally learn that Captain America is (and probably always was) worthy. Marvel Studios/Marvel

If you're wondering how Rhodey acquired his new suit for the big battle, Ant-Man brought it to him off-screen.

You can see the armor Ant-Man's going to bring to Rhodey in the background. Marvel Studios

War Machine is seen wearing a slightly different suit near the movie's end.

It resembles the one seen above slightly. Courtesy LEGO

Hope van Dyne finally gives in and calls Captain America by his nickname, "Cap."

Scott Lang looked surprised when Hope referred to Captain America as Cap. Marvel

Howard the Duck appears in the giant final fight with all of the Marvel superheroes.

You probably didn't spot him the first time around, either. Seth Green voiced the character at the end of "Guardians of the Galaxy." Vince Bucci/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images, Marvel

After Thanos blasts the Avengers' HQ, Hawkeye finds himself in a moment straight out of "Aliens."

This is a moment from the scene in question. Marvel Studios

Rocket Raccoon recreated his iconic Groot pose once again with another character.

Rocket Raccoon gets paired up with Rhodey for his trademark hang-and-fire shot. Marvel

Tony, Captain America, and Thor strike a familiar pose when they step out to fight Thanos near the movie's end.

Tony, Cap, and Thor step out on the battlefield of the obliterated Avengers HQ. Marvel

Some of the shots in the movie simply mirror others from earlier in the MCU. This one of Captain America and Iron Man is from "Marvel's The Avengers."

Remember this scene the first time these two met? Marvel

Tony Stark goes back in time to visit and say goodbye to his father. It's something he's been wanting to do since 2008's "Iron Man."

Anytime you go back and watch "Iron Man," you'll be happy to know he was finally able to have that moment with him. Paramount Pictures/Marvel Studios

We finally know where Tony Stark got the name Jarvis from for his A.I. system.

Jarvis was Tony's AI before he made him sentient and brought Vision to life. screencap

A clock in the background of one scene featuring Captain America appears to read 4:26, the opening date of "Avengers: Endgame."

Yes, this is a sign I've watched this movie too many times. I'm staring at clocks in the background. Marvel

Red Skull mentions Hawkeye's mother, Edith, when they meet on Vormir.

Red Skull says Clint's mother's name instead of his father. Marvel Studios

Natasha and Clint reference Budapest once again.

The friends first discuss Budapest in 2012's "The Avengers." Marvel

Michael Douglas' wig in 1970 was supposed to evoke a specific feeling.

Here's how Michael Douglas looks de-aged and with a wig in "Endgame." Marvel Studios

The original Ant-Man helmet from the comics can be seen in the 1970s.

You can spot the helmet above on a table when Tony and Cap go back to 1970. Marvel

When Nebula reaches in to grab the power stone in 2014, she burns her robotic arm pretty badly. It's a nod to "Star Wars."

"Avengers: Endgame" bids farewell to one more arm. This one can easily be replaced. Marvel

If you thought "Endgame" used recycled footage from the start of "Guardians of the Galaxy" for this scene, that wasn't the case.

Chris Pratt did this dance over again and it was wonderful. Marvel Studios

When Thor and Rocket Raccoon visit the events of "Thor: The Dark World," the Asgardians refer to Rocket as "rabbit."

You may have missed this if you were too busy laughing. Marvel

Captain America's behind became a running joke throughout the film, paying homage to an internet meme.

That is America's behind. Marvel

When Captain America runs into himself his double says, "I can do this all day."

Captain America fights himself for control of Loki's scepter. Marvel

Captain America references his controversial comic past in a hilarious moment.

The above image of Cap became a very popular meme, and the Russos took full advantage of it. Marvel

When Captain America steps in the elevator, it's a subtle nod to of one of the best scenes from "Captain America: The Winter Soldier."

This doesn't even happen in "Marvel's The Avengers," and we're OK with this. Marvel Studios

A-113 makes a brief appearance in the movie before the Avengers travel back in time.

You're likely going to miss this during your first watch of the film. It's a bit more difficult to make out on the home release. Marvel

The Hulk can be seen eating the Ben and Jerry's ice cream named after him, Hulk-A-Hulk-A-Burning-Fudge.

The flavor is supposed to be really good. When can we try it in our reality? Marvel

Scott Lang and the Avengers call their plan to save the world a "time heist," a call back to the first "Ant-Man."

Scott suggests calling the plan the "Time Heist." Marvel

Hawkeye's alter-ego, Ronin, is a direct nod to the comics.

Ronin in "Endgame" and the comics. Marvel Studios

New Asgard is in Tonsberg, Norway. Why that location? Odin called it home.

Odin told Thor and Loki to remember that place in Norway before he left them. Marvel Studios

Korg's shirt looks like an exact replica of one "Thor: Ragnarok" director Taika Waititi wore before.

"Avengers: Endgame" co-director, Joe Russo, was with Waititi at SDCC 2017 and knew about the shirt. Marvel Studios, Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney

When Bruce visits Thor, he tells him someone helped him when he was in a tough spot. Thor jokingly asks if it was Natasha.

Black Widow and Bruce Banner in "Avengers: Age of Ultron." Marvel

There are multiple cameos in this scene with Smart Hulk.

These three kids are related to the Russos. Marvel Studios

"Endgame" introduces us to a version of Professor Hulk.

Bruce is a whole new man in "Endgame." Marvel Studios

Jeong is one of two "Community" actors to appear in "Avengers: Endgame." The other is Yvette Nicole Brown.

Yvette Nicole Brown is seen with Captain America and Iron Man. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Ken Jeong's security guard is reading a book called "Terminal Breach."

Ken Jeong plays a security guard who let's Ant-Man out of a storage unit. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP

The storage unit Scott Lang was holed up in for five years was labeled 616.

Paul Rudd stars as Ant-Man/Scott Lang. Disney/Marvel

Tony and Pepper Potts' daughter's name, Morgan, is a subtle comic nod.

Morgan is named after a comic character, seen above. Marvel Studios, Marvel

All of the Avengers appear to exhibit some signs of stages of grief.

Everyone has handled the events of "Infinity War" in a different way. Marvel/Disney

Jim Starlin, the creator of Thanos, also has an "Endgame" cameo.

Did you notice Starlin's speaking role in "Endgame"? Here he is at the "Endgame" premiere. Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images

Co-director Joe Russo shows up in a cameo.

"Avengers: Endgame" co-directors Anthony (left) and Joe Russo (right) at the world premiere of "Avengers: Endgame" in Los Angeles, California. Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney

Here's an easy one. After Thor kills Thanos, Rocket Raccoon asks him what he just did. Thor simply says he went for the head before peacing out.

Thanos mocks Thor and it haunts him. Marvel

When Rocket Raccoon asks the Avengers who hasn't been in space yet, you can very briefly hear Captain Marvel chuckle.

Keep an eye on Captain Marvel during this scene. Marvel Studios

Carol says she'll bring Tony a Xorrian elixir when she comes back from killing Thanos.

Carol Danvers thinks she's going to take on Thanos by herself. Marvel Studios

Tony gives Carol Danvers his stamp of approval early in the movie.

Tony Stark says Captain Marvel is the future of the group. Marvel Studios

There was a hint at Thor's oncoming depression early in the film that you may have missed.

Did you spot the bread in this scene early on. Marvel Studios

The planet where Thanos retires is labeled 0259-S.

Natasha notices the planet is where Thanos recently used the Infinity Stones again. Thanos is seen on "The Garden," above, at the end of "Infinity War." Marvel

Tony refers to Doctor Strange as the "Bleecker Street Magician."

That's a nickname Doctor Strange probably would have preferred over "the wizard." Marvel Studios

When Tony returns to Earth, he references a bit of dialogue directly from "Avengers: Age of Ultron" while putting Cap on blast.

Did you catch this quick dialogue reference? Marvel Studios

There's a reason Captain Marvel is able to find Tony Stark so easily in space. It's all done off screen.

If you didn't see "Captain Marvel," this may have seemed like a convenient plot device. Marvel

Tony says they've been in space for 21 days before correcting himself and saying 22.

Tony Stark directly addresses that "Avengers: Endgame" is the 22nd movie in the franchise. Marvel Studios

When Tony sends Pepper a message through his Iron Man suit, he tells her not to share it on social media.

The start of the film calls back to 2008's "Iron Man." Marvel Studios, Paramount Pictures

At the start of the film, Nebula and Tony are playing a game. When she wins, he asks if she had fun. For a moment, she doesn't seem to understand.

Tony probably doesn't realize how much that simple action means to her. Marvel

Clint refers to his daughter as Hawkeye.

Clint gives his daughter advice on how to properly stand while holding a bow and arrow. Marvel

The film opens on a shot of Hawkeye wearing an ankle monitor.

The camera focused on Clint Barton's ankle monitor briefly, so you likely saw it on screen. He was put on house arrest because of his actions in "Civil War," seen above. Marvel Studios

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70 details you may have missed in 'Avengers: Endgame'

There are no post-credits scenes, but there is a small nod to "Iron Man" at the film's very end.

The song which plays at the movie's end is "It's Been a Long, Long Time."

Take a careful look at Stark's original arc reactor again. The Avengers hands in this "Endgame" scene recreate the look of his arc. In turn, the Avengers make up Tony's heart.

Pepper floats Tony's original arc reactor onto a lake during his funeral.

Tony's death was foreshadowed by Captain America and every single "Iron Man" movie.

Happy Hogan asks Morgan what kind of food she wants to eat near the film's end. Her response? A cheeseburger.

A lone teen is seen standing at Tony's funeral. It's the same boy he met in "Iron Man 3."

Thor winds up with the Guardians of the Galaxy at the movie's end, but that shouldn't have been a total shock. There was a hint that would happen earlier in the movie.

The final scene between Tony Stark and Peter Parker was an absolute mirror to their final moments together in "Infinity War."

Tony Stark also used the Infinity Gauntlet in the comics.

When Peter's in trouble, Captain America tosses Thor's hammer his way while saying, "Hey Queens, heads up."

Spider-Man tells his suit to "activate instant kill."

Drax is seen stabbing an enemy on the battlefield and it reminds us of a moment from the opening of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2."

The Iron Man suit we see Pepper Potts in is a direct reference to the comics and animated series.

Black Panther and Clint Barton have a moment that calls back to their first (and only) meeting in "Captain America: Civil War."

Once everyone arrives to the battlefield, Captain America finally says an iconic line from the comics, "Avengers Assemble."

According to the screenwriters, Captain America likely wasn't worthy of wielding Thor's hammer in the past.

In a nod to the comics, Captain America wields Thor's hammer, Mjolnir.

If you're wondering how Rhodey acquired his new suit for the big battle, Ant-Man brought it to him off-screen.

War Machine is seen wearing a slightly different suit near the movie's end.

Hope van Dyne finally gives in and calls Captain America by his nickname, "Cap."

Howard the Duck appears in the giant final fight with all of the Marvel superheroes.

After Thanos blasts the Avengers' HQ, Hawkeye finds himself in a moment straight out of "Aliens."

Rocket Raccoon recreated his iconic Groot pose once again with another character.

Tony, Captain America, and Thor strike a familiar pose when they step out to fight Thanos near the movie's end.

Some of the shots in the movie simply mirror others from earlier in the MCU. This one of Captain America and Iron Man is from "Marvel's The Avengers."

Tony Stark goes back in time to visit and say goodbye to his father. It's something he's been wanting to do since 2008's "Iron Man."

We finally know where Tony Stark got the name Jarvis from for his A.I. system.

A clock in the background of one scene featuring Captain America appears to read 4:26, the opening date of "Avengers: Endgame."

Red Skull mentions Hawkeye's mother, Edith, when they meet on Vormir.

Natasha and Clint reference Budapest once again.

Michael Douglas' wig in 1970 was supposed to evoke a specific feeling.

The original Ant-Man helmet from the comics can be seen in the 1970s.

When Nebula reaches in to grab the power stone in 2014, she burns her robotic arm pretty badly. It's a nod to "Star Wars."

If you thought "Endgame" used recycled footage from the start of "Guardians of the Galaxy" for this scene, that wasn't the case.

When Thor and Rocket Raccoon visit the events of "Thor: The Dark World," the Asgardians refer to Rocket as "rabbit."

Captain America's behind became a running joke throughout the film, paying homage to an internet meme.

When Captain America runs into himself his double says, "I can do this all day."

Captain America references his controversial comic past in a hilarious moment.

When Captain America steps in the elevator, it's a subtle nod to of one of the best scenes from "Captain America: The Winter Soldier."

A-113 makes a brief appearance in the movie before the Avengers travel back in time.

The Hulk can be seen eating the Ben and Jerry's ice cream named after him, Hulk-A-Hulk-A-Burning-Fudge.

Scott Lang and the Avengers call their plan to save the world a "time heist," a call back to the first "Ant-Man."

Hawkeye's alter-ego, Ronin, is a direct nod to the comics.

New Asgard is in Tonsberg, Norway. Why that location? Odin called it home.

Korg's shirt looks like an exact replica of one "Thor: Ragnarok" director Taika Waititi wore before.

When Bruce visits Thor, he tells him someone helped him when he was in a tough spot. Thor jokingly asks if it was Natasha.

There are multiple cameos in this scene with Smart Hulk.

"Endgame" introduces us to a version of Professor Hulk.

Jeong is one of two "Community" actors to appear in "Avengers: Endgame." The other is Yvette Nicole Brown.

Ken Jeong's security guard is reading a book called "Terminal Breach."

The storage unit Scott Lang was holed up in for five years was labeled 616.

Tony and Pepper Potts' daughter's name, Morgan, is a subtle comic nod.

All of the Avengers appear to exhibit some signs of stages of grief.

Jim Starlin, the creator of Thanos, also has an "Endgame" cameo.

Co-director Joe Russo shows up in a cameo.

Here's an easy one. After Thor kills Thanos, Rocket Raccoon asks him what he just did. Thor simply says he went for the head before peacing out.

When Rocket Raccoon asks the Avengers who hasn't been in space yet, you can very briefly hear Captain Marvel chuckle.

Carol says she'll bring Tony a Xorrian elixir when she comes back from killing Thanos.

Tony gives Carol Danvers his stamp of approval early in the movie.

There was a hint at Thor's oncoming depression early in the film that you may have missed.

The planet where Thanos retires is labeled 0259-S.

Tony refers to Doctor Strange as the "Bleecker Street Magician."

When Tony returns to Earth, he references a bit of dialogue directly from "Avengers: Age of Ultron" while putting Cap on blast.

There's a reason Captain Marvel is able to find Tony Stark so easily in space. It's all done off screen.

Tony says they've been in space for 21 days before correcting himself and saying 22.

When Tony sends Pepper a message through his Iron Man suit, he tells her not to share it on social media.

At the start of the film, Nebula and Tony are playing a game. When she wins, he asks if she had fun. For a moment, she doesn't seem to understand.

Clint refers to his daughter as Hawkeye.

The film opens on a shot of Hawkeye wearing an ankle monitor.