- Mar 13, 2024
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Hey there! Ever since I watched Iron Man in 2008 — thanks to my cousin who adored Robert Downey Jr. — I've been completely hooked on the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Right from the start, I became a die-hard fan, catching every Marvel movie at the theater during its opening week and eagerly sitting through credits to the end, anticipating those extra scenes. Marvel really conditioned us, didn't they? I felt the heartbreak of Avengers: Infinity War and celebrated the victory of Avengers: Endgame. Still, post-Endgame, it felt like Marvel was struggling to find a new direction. Thankfully, Disney's Marvel shows on Disney+ showcased some of the best stories yet.
It kicked off with WandaVision, a quirky yet brilliant concept, exploring Wanda Maximoff's journey with grief post-Endgame, illustrating how it altered her reality and persona. The TV format provided deeper character exploration that movies couldn't offer.
The episodic homage to classic TV sitcoms in WandaVision was genius. Yet, it was frustrating to see this character development ignored in Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness. TV: 1, Movies: 0.
Then came Loki, which allowed the complex Trickster God more screen time to shine, another point for TV. Following that, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier brought us a buddy-cop dynamic we didn't realize we needed, setting up Sam Wilson as the new Captain America.
With shows like Hawkeye, Moon Knight, She-Hulk, and Ms. Marvel, Marvel TV tailored deeper, richer tales than the films. Specials like Werewolf By Night and What If…? also expanded the universe in fresh ways.
Admittedly, Secret Invasion felt like a rare misstep, despite its star-studded cast. However, the overall track record of Marvel shows remains strong.
Upcoming series such as Echo and the much-anticipated Daredevil: Born Again look set to delve into darker narratives. Then there’s Agatha All Along, which thrives as a series that probably wouldn't work as a standalone film.
With additional shows like Wonder Man and Vision Quest on the horizon, I'm eager for more Marvel TV. These series let characters evolve meaningfully compared to films where character development sometimes gets sidelined by action. The rich storytelling offers a different, yet compelling way to experience the Marvel universe.
What about you? Do you prefer Marvel movies or the deeper dive of Marvel TV shows? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Right from the start, I became a die-hard fan, catching every Marvel movie at the theater during its opening week and eagerly sitting through credits to the end, anticipating those extra scenes. Marvel really conditioned us, didn't they? I felt the heartbreak of Avengers: Infinity War and celebrated the victory of Avengers: Endgame. Still, post-Endgame, it felt like Marvel was struggling to find a new direction. Thankfully, Disney's Marvel shows on Disney+ showcased some of the best stories yet.
It kicked off with WandaVision, a quirky yet brilliant concept, exploring Wanda Maximoff's journey with grief post-Endgame, illustrating how it altered her reality and persona. The TV format provided deeper character exploration that movies couldn't offer.
The episodic homage to classic TV sitcoms in WandaVision was genius. Yet, it was frustrating to see this character development ignored in Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness. TV: 1, Movies: 0.
Then came Loki, which allowed the complex Trickster God more screen time to shine, another point for TV. Following that, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier brought us a buddy-cop dynamic we didn't realize we needed, setting up Sam Wilson as the new Captain America.
With shows like Hawkeye, Moon Knight, She-Hulk, and Ms. Marvel, Marvel TV tailored deeper, richer tales than the films. Specials like Werewolf By Night and What If…? also expanded the universe in fresh ways.
Admittedly, Secret Invasion felt like a rare misstep, despite its star-studded cast. However, the overall track record of Marvel shows remains strong.
Upcoming series such as Echo and the much-anticipated Daredevil: Born Again look set to delve into darker narratives. Then there’s Agatha All Along, which thrives as a series that probably wouldn't work as a standalone film.
With additional shows like Wonder Man and Vision Quest on the horizon, I'm eager for more Marvel TV. These series let characters evolve meaningfully compared to films where character development sometimes gets sidelined by action. The rich storytelling offers a different, yet compelling way to experience the Marvel universe.
What about you? Do you prefer Marvel movies or the deeper dive of Marvel TV shows? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
