38/15
Exploring key moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and turning them upside down, taking audiences into uncharted territory. Chadwick Boseman’s final Marvel project before his death. The Watcher: [Opening narration of each episode] Time. Space. Reality. It’s more than a linear path. It’s a prism of infinite possibilities, where a single choice can branch into infinite realities, creating alternate worlds to the ones you know. I am the Watcher. I am your guide through these vast new realities. Follow me and ponder the question… “What if?” After the Marvel logo appears, it changes to an animated form in the show’s art style. Edited in Marvel Studios: Legends: Guardians of the Multiverse (2023). A very simple episode of rushing things to fit those pieces into the puzzle correctly. And my facial expressions were also pretty clear when I watched this episode because there was no emotion or even a logical narrative, I understand it’s an animated show aimed at kids maybe, but only those kids who are familiar with the entire MCU by now, so maybe they can enjoy it. Let’s see how the rest of the episodes go, but I’m definitely not too excited about them after this one. Edit: The second episode gave the real feel of the MCU, it was creative and thoughtful, with great WHAT IF moments. I really enjoyed seeing T’Challa back on screen. However, the third episode was decisive and made me edit this review. It was so thrilling and emotional to watch, I could have watched an entire movie in this episode. It re-explored the characters we know on a level that leaves you wanting more. I hope to get to a 10 star by the end of the season. Edit II: Here’s another star from me for “Alien”; A thought-provoking episode that was by far the best of the bunch in terms of writing, voice acting, animation, and plot. Special mention to Benedict Cumberbatch for voicing like a boss. Tell Marvel for making this one. However, coming into its fifth episode, the episode was definitely entertaining, it was funny and engaging with quality animation, but it again showed too much without giving viewers enough time to soak it all in. Another 9/10 overall for the series at least until the next two episodes. You have to beat episode 4 to get a 10 from me. Refresh your watchlist with the latest list of movies and streaming TV shows coming to Disney+, featuring old favorites and top newcomers.
