Legion

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Season 1
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Feb 8, 2017
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 578 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 495 out of 578
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 578
  3. Negative: 48 out of 578
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  1. sonder
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Legion hits the ball out of the park. It's delightfully confusing, with reveals stripped off two layers of the onion at a time, only to have one more layer added back on. The cinematography is excellent, the acting is great, and the characters are engaging. A hell of a lot is packed into a single episode, making it worth another watch. For its genre, Legion is as good as it gets. I'mLegion hits the ball out of the park. It's delightfully confusing, with reveals stripped off two layers of the onion at a time, only to have one more layer added back on. The cinematography is excellent, the acting is great, and the characters are engaging. A hell of a lot is packed into a single episode, making it worth another watch. For its genre, Legion is as good as it gets. I'm not a Marvel fanboy, and I've been a bit bored with their recent releases, other than Guardians of the Galaxy. The decision to produce Legion was a great call, and based on the first episode, the series is in good hands. I can't wait for more!… Expand
  2. Ironjohn
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Better than any of the X-Men movies. Again, Noah Hawley starts from the assumption that his audience can keep up with his storytelling and it pays off for us.
  3. EludiumQ36
    Feb 10, 2017
    3
    This is a real person's review. All those 10s are incestuously review-promoting network shills. "Legion" starts as a study in mental illness and like time travel tropes, it's very confusing. This doesn't make for good tv or even basic storytelling. Because it's steeped in mental illness - paranoid schitz - the plot/storyline is VERY confusing. You're never sure what's reality and what'sThis is a real person's review. All those 10s are incestuously review-promoting network shills. "Legion" starts as a study in mental illness and like time travel tropes, it's very confusing. This doesn't make for good tv or even basic storytelling. Because it's steeped in mental illness - paranoid schitz - the plot/storyline is VERY confusing. You're never sure what's reality and what's fantasy, again, not good tv. You cannot be someone's favorite show when you confuse them at every turn. On the plus side, the visuals are stunning at times, but that's supposed to be "icing on the cake" but when the cake is made of mud then even the icing loses its appeal. And it doesn't help at all that the premiere episode was the length of a feature film at 90-mins! "Hey, everyone, let's get mind-twisted for almost 2 hrs!" The closing scene was straight out of "Sucker Punch" so while I found that familiar it just confirmed how bat sxit crazy "Legion" really is. Look, I'm a mainstream tv viewer, and if "Legion" doesn't make more sense by E02 then it'll sadly be a one and done series.… Expand
  4. scstraus
    May 16, 2018
    10
    The best show currently on television. Better than Game of Thrones. Better than Westworld. Mind blowing, visually stunning, and always new. I can't wait for every new episode.
  5. DavidHaller
    Aug 26, 2017
    10
    BEST SHOW ON TV RIGHT NOW! I loved everything about it. BEST thing Marvel has ever helped create. Please just keep making it more awesome next season.

    What I loved:

    1. Casting
    2.Story
    3.Keeps you sucked in from the first episode.
    4. Good from the first to the last episode.
    5. CGI for a TV show looked great
  6. MadChiller85
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    This show has blown me away. My wife and I sat down and watched the first episode and were immediately sucked in. It's delightfully confusing, you never know from episode to episode what to expect and it constantly leaves you wanting more, always speculating about what will happen next.
  7. MaxSantana
    Apr 2, 2017
    9
    Is legion the best superhero tv show of all time?
    Arguably, yes. That's because the amazing directorial work, the astonishing camera work and the compelling performances, Legion follows the story of David Haller (Dan Stevens) who was diagnosed as schizophrenic. Through the episodes he is discovering his truth (powers) along with some friends who want to help him.
    We had eight episodes,    Is legion the best superhero tv show of all time?
    Arguably, yes. That's because the amazing directorial work, the astonishing camera work and the compelling performances, Legion follows the story of David Haller (Dan Stevens) who was diagnosed as schizophrenic. Through the episodes he is discovering his truth (powers) along with some friends who want to help him.
    We had eight episodes, but not all the episodes were as compelling as they should've been. The show had some lowlights, sometimes the episodes didn't feel connected at all. And some misuse of some characters. But definitively there were more highlights than lowlights. ''The Shadow King" was presented as our main villain for the season, the design of the villain was smart until the writers decided to wrap him up for a second season. I don't mean that the villain was bad, instead, it was really scary and had some balls compared to many of the villains we see even in movies. The tv show felt as if it was a horror show with some elements of drama, superheroes, comedy and even musical. All thanks to the great writing and directing of the show, great characters that you actually cared for them. Everyone did an amazing performance, but shout out to Aubrey Plaza who completely stole the show , her performance as Lenny Busker was award-worthy, she really gave life to the character she was in. My favorite highlight in the season was Episode 7, the best episode of the season surely. The episode was directed by Dennie Gordon and god he really did an outstanding job, from a really noisy ambient to a silent film just in one chapter, combined with a powerful edition that really engaged us to it. But returning to the lowlights, what a waste of the final episode they had. Cleverly they left the villain for one more season (at least) but at what cost? Also we had section 3, kind of a villain too, that at the end didn't work for more than filling up loose ends. Sometimes you could feel how the show was nearly starting to drag until something visually got us back to the storyline. They could've done only six episodes and that would've been better. At the end Legion is a technical masterpiece with breathtaking performances, references to other characters in the X-Men universe, great direction and writing but with some minor issues that probably will be the reason why is not perfect. Definitively worth seeing. 8.6 to this first season looking forward for the improvements at season two.    … Expand
  8. KSeightyeight
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    Outstanding. After the conclusion of season one it's hard to fault this series is any way. Ground breaking for a TV show, revolutionary for it's genre. Noah Hawley's writing brings all the quirk and obscurity we've come to love from Fargo and allows it to blossom in a medium (a bizarre comic book character in the X-Men universe) that couldn't be more perfect. Hopefully the second seasonOutstanding. After the conclusion of season one it's hard to fault this series is any way. Ground breaking for a TV show, revolutionary for it's genre. Noah Hawley's writing brings all the quirk and obscurity we've come to love from Fargo and allows it to blossom in a medium (a bizarre comic book character in the X-Men universe) that couldn't be more perfect. Hopefully the second season can live up to the first!… Expand
  9. thedaywalker
    Mar 27, 2017
    9
    This is one of the best new TV Shows of the year, it's more than just a superhero show... the scenes are so well crafted and beautifully done, the performances are great, going to give Dan Stevens and Aubrey Plaza a shoutout here, because they are simply amazing every episode. Hopefully we can get a connection with the movies and the show might just be perfect
  10. hasspa
    Mar 27, 2017
    10
    This show is absolutely insane. I'm glad it's more than just a standard run of the mill superhero show. The music, performances, editing, and shots they get make this show a trip to watch. Watch when sober because it'll scare the crap out of you at times.
  11. RowanBlack
    Mar 30, 2017
    9
    Another great example of how different the superhero genre can be when directors and dare I say artists are allowed to explore a character. Much the same as comic books had to grow into more complex and compelling stories, the evolution has now happened on film. Forget what you think you know about comics when watching this and just enjoy the ride.

    If you are a fan of the character    Another great example of how different the superhero genre can be when directors and dare I say artists are allowed to explore a character. Much the same as comic books had to grow into more complex and compelling stories, the evolution has now happened on film. Forget what you think you know about comics when watching this and just enjoy the ride.

    If you are a fan of the character expect some things to be different than comic lore but what matters is the character is fundamentally the same.

    This show is heavy on style and perhaps more horror than action.

    If you are looking for the Avengers or x-men blockbuster this is not the show for you, but if you are looking for a good story, heavily stylish, and a show you can't check your email during, this is it!    … Expand
  12. JorgeLestre
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Noah Hawley creates a visually insane looking world that is almost too good to be true. The plot is so twisted that it actually makes a breakthrough to the usual superhero formula. I'm hooked!
  13. Chellesbelles
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    I was really looking forward to this show. After watching the first episode I have to say, for the most part, I wasn't disappointed. The cinematography is stunning, the acting was pretty good as well, but the writing felt a little too confusing at times, but hopefully that will get better as the story unfolds. It really gave you the feeling of confusion, panic, and danger, that theI was really looking forward to this show. After watching the first episode I have to say, for the most part, I wasn't disappointed. The cinematography is stunning, the acting was pretty good as well, but the writing felt a little too confusing at times, but hopefully that will get better as the story unfolds. It really gave you the feeling of confusion, panic, and danger, that the characters were going through. I'm excited to see if the show can keep up with the pilot and not lose steam by trying to drag out the story like so many other shows try to do these days. I give it a solid 9.… Expand
  14. mrmonster
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Absolutely perfect! There is no other way to describe this show. The pilot episode feels like a ninety minute acid trip, and it is amazing. Any superhero fan will love it.
  15. RvwFromUpHere
    Feb 11, 2017
    9
    Who: Dan Stevens, April Ludgate, and NOT Wolverine
    What: The best tv pilot since Daredevil
    Where: I wanna say...it's all in his head...maybe...?
    When (Can I watch again): Immediately
    Why: This is a unique superhero installment that stands on its own in a world that gets more and more saturated with superheroes every day.
  16. BGSTYLEZ
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    So satisfying to watch! Quality in perfection and overall excellent cinematography, EXCEPTIONAL cinematography! The story telling is one of its kind and with great actors like Dan Stevens you will be satisfied!
  17. Sabotower
    Feb 16, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This may be the most insane TV show to date. It has psychedelic imagery, a terrifying villain, and a layered story. I am generally not a fan of horror, but this show simply oozes polish, with every frame most likely having a secondary meaning or the Shadow King. The performances in this show are amazing. Dan Stevens nails the "constantly confused" David, as well as his slowly gaining control over his powers. Aubrey Plaza is amazing as Lenny and the Shadow King, completely insane and over-the-top.… Expand
  18. katezoe
    Feb 11, 2017
    9
    WOW! First episode a home-run. I loved the story line...insanity vs government conspiracy. Acting was great. The art direction, set design and costumes are great and reminded me of "A Clockwork Orange." So far totally hooked and wish we could binge.
  19. mc042
    Apr 23, 2017
    4
    I was genuinely interested in this show at the beginning, but after watching 4 episodes, it became very hard to continue, as it was so boring and repetitive. It seems that confusion is the only real point of this series. Nothing really happened in the first half of the season, so I just gave up on watching. I don't even care what happens in the second half.
  20. chidime
    Feb 24, 2017
    9
    Great show so far. Only thing I would say they need to start doing to get a 9 or 10 from me is to start focusing on the narrative and less on the theatrics. So far, it's not a major problem (hence why it gets an 8), but if it keeps up, it might just end up dragging the show down. There is potential for a great story here, it just needs to be given the attention it needs to thrive. WeGreat show so far. Only thing I would say they need to start doing to get a 9 or 10 from me is to start focusing on the narrative and less on the theatrics. So far, it's not a major problem (hence why it gets an 8), but if it keeps up, it might just end up dragging the show down. There is potential for a great story here, it just needs to be given the attention it needs to thrive. We probably only have 10 or so episodes so a quicker pace with focus on the narrative will be much appreciated.… Expand
  21. Movieman27
    Mar 5, 2017
    9
    I have grown to love and appreciate this show the more I watch it the better it gets I love the action the suspence even the slight humor of it i like aubri plassms part she's awesome and hilarious the show is super fun and exciting though only for mature audiences due to mild nudity brief sexuality strong violence and language but you gotta watch it if your looking for an awesome time
  22. jamess
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    If you took a Marvel property, added touches of Inception, and mixed it with Requiem For A Dream, you'd have Legion, the wildest, most imaginative television program I've ever seen. There are sequences and story telling techniques that major motion pictures wouldn't have the balls to attempt. You may feel lost (just like the main character) time and again, and repeat viewings seemIf you took a Marvel property, added touches of Inception, and mixed it with Requiem For A Dream, you'd have Legion, the wildest, most imaginative television program I've ever seen. There are sequences and story telling techniques that major motion pictures wouldn't have the balls to attempt. You may feel lost (just like the main character) time and again, and repeat viewings seem mandatory, but the visuals are so outstanding, the acting so spot on, it's a pleasure, not a chore. Give Noah Hawley (on a roll Ryan Murphy would be jealous of) and FX credit for airing a challenging, artful series that is stunning in it's execution. I'm docking it one star, because it can be frustrating taken an episode at a time, but as a whole...brilliant. BTW if your only knowledge of Audrey Plaza is from Parks and Rec....you're in for a surprise.… Expand
  23. mark_sf
    Mar 30, 2017
    10
    Stylistically, this show is a league of it's own. Just watch the first episode and you'll see what I mean. And it doesn't let up. The surrealism, the unique special effects, and creativity of of producers alone make this show well worth watching. The plot is confusing, but as you'll notice I'm writing this review near the end of the season, so I can assure you that that is not aStylistically, this show is a league of it's own. Just watch the first episode and you'll see what I mean. And it doesn't let up. The surrealism, the unique special effects, and creativity of of producers alone make this show well worth watching. The plot is confusing, but as you'll notice I'm writing this review near the end of the season, so I can assure you that that is not a bug. The plot is actually not that complicated, but the circumstances around it make for some serious "WOW!" moments.… Expand
  24. zan56
    Mar 28, 2017
    8
    This show is so captivating and has you hooked after the first two episodes. It is very hard to describe to people what this is about without ruining the surprise but in the beginning it reminded me of the movie Memento and then it just kept getting better and better from there. The only reason I stopped short of giving them a 10/10 is because of the production. They looked like theirThis show is so captivating and has you hooked after the first two episodes. It is very hard to describe to people what this is about without ruining the surprise but in the beginning it reminded me of the movie Memento and then it just kept getting better and better from there. The only reason I stopped short of giving them a 10/10 is because of the production. They looked like their budget cheaped out or their special effects team kind of fell through in certain scenes in the show. The show will appeal more to the Sci-fi community then to people looking for a drama so be forewarned. .… Expand
  25. agastopia
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    So far it's pretty amazing. I hesitate to give it a perfect score because though great, I do think that it's sometimes a little too pretentious for it's own good. But aside from that little nitpick, the quality has been amazing.
  26. flamini1314
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    Legion is the single most remarkable, mind-blowing, mind-expanding, psychedelic head trip I've seen on tv in I don't even know how long. It quickly moved right up to my top three favorite shows. The excellent cast and their performances breath such life to a storyline built on endless surprises with multiple 'realities' that results in you never quite knowing what will happen next, evenLegion is the single most remarkable, mind-blowing, mind-expanding, psychedelic head trip I've seen on tv in I don't even know how long. It quickly moved right up to my top three favorite shows. The excellent cast and their performances breath such life to a storyline built on endless surprises with multiple 'realities' that results in you never quite knowing what will happen next, even when you feel secure that you have a grasp on what's actually happening, which you most likely don't. Sublime writing together with a great cast and stellar special effects makes for a show that no doubt goes over the head of many a viewer. I suspect a good number of the mixed and negative reviews are from people who want it to stop being what it is and settle down into a more generic 'super-hero' show (Daredevil, JJ, Agents of Shield) so they can follow along. Hey kids, puts down your phones, throw out your sugar-filled crap soda and try to follow along.… Expand
  27. KennyF
    May 30, 2017
    10
    Possibly my favorite show of 2017. Thank you FX for taking a risk and creating such a creative take on super hero TV. The look, music and performances are all top notch, just as Noah Hawley has done with Fargo. I don't always know what's going on but in Noah's hands that's part of the fun. Highly recommended viewing.
  28. luke100
    Jan 11, 2018
    9
    The visuals are just stunning. The characters have a complexity to them that is hard to find not only in superhero genre, but in TV generally speaking. The events and their presentation leads to multiple mind-bends during this fairly short season. One of the most engaging modern TV series.
  29. Naiv
    Feb 12, 2017
    5
    This is based upon the Pilot only, I trust a Pilot to tell me how a show will be and how it will continue, well I was confused throughout the episode, i did not know what was real or in the guys head, not through parts but through the whole thing, it didnt let up, and just when i thorught it was getting to a point, it threw in a dance number and more nonsense, and the last part felt like aThis is based upon the Pilot only, I trust a Pilot to tell me how a show will be and how it will continue, well I was confused throughout the episode, i did not know what was real or in the guys head, not through parts but through the whole thing, it didnt let up, and just when i thorught it was getting to a point, it threw in a dance number and more nonsense, and the last part felt like a you tube video of someone who has learned to add speciel effects, also I couldnt figure out what time they where in, its 70's style everythign yet its furturistic tech, and the treatment of mentally ill people was not, the show left me feeling very confused, is this how its gonna be, not knowing whats real, or are they gonna get to the point, and not over styleise pointless actions with slow mo and retro music, oh how clever, i mean anyone can confuse and stylise things, but move your story along in a way that i can follow and dosnt confuse me the whole time, i felt tricked, the shows actors and sets looked lovely, shame it started with a will to make me feel dumb.… Expand
  30. mynameismayoWTF
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Just finished watching yesterday and I am still in a state of shock as to how awesome this was. It was better than any of the x-men movies. Noah Hawley is captivating, your eyes are riveted to the screen as you watch an incredible story unfold.
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Universal acclaim - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Vicki Hyman
    Feb 9, 2017
    100
    [Legion is] produced like a cerebral art house version of a superhero series, thrumming with precision and emotion where the genre usually calls for shock and awe, and assembled with an entrancing period aesthetic (it seems to be set in the early 1970s, but that could just be a side-effect of David's fragile mental state) and stunning, occasionally horrifying visual effects.
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  2. Slate
    Reviewed by: Sam Adams
    Feb 8, 2017
    60
    It’s handsomely shot, and smartly acted, and ingeniously constructed enough to suggest there’s something mind-blowing lurking at its center. But as Hawley pushes from jazzed-up origin story to psychodrama, it starts to feel like a show with a Rubik’s cube where its heart should be.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Meredith Blake
    Feb 8, 2017
    70
    A disorienting labyrinth of a show that's as seductive and visually arresting as it is frustrating.
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