Ant-Man and the Wasp was Marvel Cinematic Universe’s 20th installment project. The movie was a critical and commercial success when it premiered back in 2018. Ant-Man and the Wasp were set after the events of Avengers: Civil War, where Scott Lang aka Ant-Man was trying to balance his responsibilities and make a living. Due to unemployment, Scott had to rely on desperate measures and steal, making him come across a peculiar suit of Ant-Man.
He eventually tries to juggle his duty as a hero and as a father. Scott meets the Wasp and sets out on a journey to bring back her mother and unlock a few secrets from her past. The characters have remained fan favorites as their journey is set to continue on Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantamania.
11 Ant-Man Suit Transformation
Fans will remember this moment vividly as it was the first time Scott Lang tried on the Ant-Man suit. His reaction to his shrinking and growing abilities was a great showcase of humor and creativity. The moment also sets up Ant-Man’s character and gives us glimpses of the possible powers and abilities that he can have.
This memorable moment sets the rest of the film into action and provides a foundation for the character of Ant-Man. The transformation scene showed fans the humor, creativity, imagination, and the possibility of the character itself.
10 Ant-Man's Suit Glitch
Ant-Man and the Wasp went to retrieve an old Ant-Man suit from Cassie’s trophy which was a gift to Scott. It read, “World’s Greatest Grandma” and had something stuck inside it by Scott himself. The characters went to Cassie’s school to retrieve it but Ant-Man’s new suit malfunctions, and he becomes the size of a kindergarten kid.
This moment is both hilarious and visually special as it showcases the ability of the suit to turn into any size in between as well. The scene shows fans a bonding moment between Scott and Hope as they retrieve the old suit from Cassie’s bag while Ant-Man stays the size of a kid rather than an ant.
9 The Introduction Of Wasp
The introduction of the Wasp was one of the biggest and most highly anticipated moments of the movie franchise. The first movie of Ant-Man teased the possible introduction of Wasp in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and her arrival in the sequel was highly appreciated by fans. The moment when Hope Van Dyke suits up as the Wasp is a big moment for fans, as it shows them the power and grace of the character.
The moment is memorable and holds significance because the character becomes a part of the few female superheroes with their own identity. Wasp’s introduction in the film added a whole new dimension to the MCU.
8 The "San-Francisco" Car Chase
The scene shows fans impressive special effects and brings in an action-packed sequence with the Ant-Man and the Wasp. The scene is a fast-paced car chase where Ant-Man and the Wasp try to escape from their pursuers.
This moment also highlights the humor that the characters bring to the MCU as they use their powers in innovative and humorous ways. The moment is also perfect for showcasing the teamwork and strength of Ant-Man and the Wasp when they attempt to overcome the obstacles on their way.
7 The Giant Man Transformation
This moment is major for showcasing the transformation of Ant-Man’s power and the growth that he’s had throughout his journey. Scott turns into a Giant Man because of a glitch, which is one of the biggest moments and highlights the character’s increased confidence and ease in being Ant-Man.
Moreover, the special effects and both Ant-Man’s humor are significant at this moment, as he works together with the Wasp to defeat the enemy and showcase their powers as a team and their ability to overcome challenges, making the scene memorable and dynamic.
6 The Civil War Battle
The moment was the first time, Ant-Man made his debut in the MCU. This battle took place in Avengers: Civil War and is one of the best moments of Ant-Man. He showcased his power to other characters and fought with the likes of Iron Man, Spider-Man, and more. His unique abilities made them win at the airport and showcased the strength of Ant-Man, where fans knew they could not underestimate the character.
Ant-Man’s presence with the OG Avengers makes the scene more humorous and thrilling as they fight against each other. The scene is a memorable moment in all of Ant-Man’s journey and his role in the battle showcased the impact Ant-Man can have in the MCU.
5 Exploring Quantum Realm
Fans cannot forget the Quantum Realm especially as Ant-Man and the Wasp’s upcoming movie, Quantamania is likely to have a similar environment as the one shown before. The special effects as well as the design of the realm are breathtaking and provide a welcome change of pace from other grounded elements of the MCU.
This moment showcases the inventive and imaginative sides of Ant-Man and the Wasp, as they want to explore the strange world, providing a much-needed sense of wonderment and excitement. The moment also showcases the growth and development of the characters exploring the unfamiliar world as they trust each other without second guessing. Unfortunately, this is when Thanos snapped the entire world out of existence and Scott was stuck in the realm.
4 The Restaurant Fight
This was a major moment for the Wasp as it showcased the amazing fighting skills of the character. It was fast-paced as well as intense and Ant-Man was watching over her behind the scenes as she takes on bad guys. The choreography of the fight, and Ant-Man’s humor all added to the overall appeal of the scene.
Until the very last moment, Ant-Man immediately jumped on to help Wasp when she met an unexpected foe on her way out. It shows how the characters have each other’s backs at the right moment and will not abandon each other irrespective of the circumstances.
3 The Toy-Train Fight
This sequence is extremely well-choreographed and has the best visual effects, as it packs on the action and thrill that Ant-Man brings to the MCU. The adrenaline-fueled sequence is majorly done in Ant-Man's shrinking ability as he fights an enemy with a similar ability. However, this takes place in Ant-Man’s daughter’s toy train set which makes it much more fun when the scene goes back and forth between the shrinking characters and the real-life sequence.
The scene also showcases how far Ant-Man would go to protect someone he loves as he shrinks himself even more, risking his existence and defeating the foe. This scene showed fans Ant-Man’s will to protect his loved ones, his bravery as well as his determination.
2 Final Battle With Ghost
Ant-Man and Wasp’s teamwork is on point as they try to fight the movie’s main antagonist, Ghost. This is a pivotal moment for fans as it could change the course of the movies coming ahead. The Wasp saved Ant-Man from his Giant-Man transformation right before this sequence starts.
The intense action and impressive visual effects make the scene a power-packed moment of Ant-Man and the Wasp. The characters' immense trust in each other’s plans and decisions shows their growth together as Ant-Man and the Wasp. This also shows fans that Ant-Man would risk his life for the Wasp as he dived in to save her.
1 Emotional Baggage
This scene was in the movie when Ant-Man and the Wasp were discussing Hope about her fears regarding her mother. She was expressing to Scott if her mom would be completely different than she remembers after all these years in the Quantum Realm. But Scott assured her and made sure she feels comfortable with the possibility of her mother coming back.
Ant-Man brings out his witty self and the conversation shows fans how comfortable the Wasp is talking about her personal fears with Ant-Man. This scene showcases that they not only have amazing teamwork but also room for each other to be vulnerable.
Fans are looking forward to the upcoming sequel of Ant-Man and the Wasp which will begin Phase 5 of the MCU. The trailer of the movie has already convinced fans that the comedic movie will not be as fun anymore as Kang the Conqueror has arrived. Some fans are also convinced that few characters will not make it to the next movie.