Marvel's Daredevil

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 19, 2018
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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  1. ackuario2020
    Apr 15, 2015
    9
    Finally!. Thanks Netflix for bringing us so high quality content. This is what a marvel fan expects. It has a good plot, violence in a good measure, developed characters, credible fights. Arrow (right now, it used to be a good show), Flash, so on should learned how the things are done using Daredevil as example.
    To bottom line, stop reading and start watching one of the best TV shows    Finally!. Thanks Netflix for bringing us so high quality content. This is what a marvel fan expects. It has a good plot, violence in a good measure, developed characters, credible fights. Arrow (right now, it used to be a good show), Flash, so on should learned how the things are done using Daredevil as example.
    To bottom line, stop reading and start watching one of the best TV shows based on Marvel World.    … Expand
  2. le_Tully_es
    Apr 28, 2015
    9
    After watching the 1st season of DD i can confirm that this is the best show marvel have produced to date. The cast are brilliant and bring no cliched characters such as vincent d'onofrio who gives the character of Wilson Fisk so much more than a simple thug boss character, this is seen when the character of Wilson's love interest (Vanessa) is with him making him seem such a sympatheticAfter watching the 1st season of DD i can confirm that this is the best show marvel have produced to date. The cast are brilliant and bring no cliched characters such as vincent d'onofrio who gives the character of Wilson Fisk so much more than a simple thug boss character, this is seen when the character of Wilson's love interest (Vanessa) is with him making him seem such a sympathetic character but at the same time you know that if you messed with him he wouldn't thing twice about killing you. It's hard to single out a great performance as I've said everyone's role is important and the cast give there all to show this. The fight sequences are great especially in the end of episode 2 but sometimes appear to be be to dark in terms of lighting. The final third can be slower but none of the episodes feel like fillers.… Expand
  3. ascedentevil
    May 3, 2016
    9
    After being in need of a new serious TV show, I'd seen this and been told by a close friend that it was good, so I gave it a looks.
    Now heavily engrossed in the second season, this show delivers. it gives a mature spin on the man without fear and gradually ramps its way up into a dark, gritty and violent show, with a prolific Wilson fisk masterfully played by Vincent D'Onofrio and a    After being in need of a new serious TV show, I'd seen this and been told by a close friend that it was good, so I gave it a looks.
    Now heavily engrossed in the second season, this show delivers. it gives a mature spin on the man without fear and gradually ramps its way up into a dark, gritty and violent show, with a prolific Wilson fisk masterfully played by Vincent D'Onofrio and a badass punisher in the second season, the bad guys sometimes end up being more likeable than the good guys.
    A mature comic series, not for the fait hearted and very well written, definitely worth your time.    … Expand
  4. smeargle05
    May 14, 2015
    9
    This season so far has proved to be so much better than some of the other super hero shows on air and maybe it's because of the darker and grittier take on the show's concept. Its action scenes are wonderfully choreographed and I think they've done a great job developing the main characters.
  5. AGBandit
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    This Daredevil is what comic book fans and new fans to the character alike can both enjoy.

    Pros: The sci-fi elements. Takes place in the Marvel Universe. References to other Marvel events and Easter eggs. Funny humor. Great acting. Intense fight scenes and realistic grounded fight choreography. Cons: Some scenes way too dark (visually and literally). Bad shaky camera angles for fight    This Daredevil is what comic book fans and new fans to the character alike can both enjoy.

    Pros: The sci-fi elements. Takes place in the Marvel Universe. References to other Marvel events and Easter eggs. Funny humor. Great acting. Intense fight scenes and realistic grounded fight choreography.

    Cons: Some scenes way too dark (visually and literally). Bad shaky camera angles for fight scenes. Poor costume choice for head cowl as Daredevil's eyes must be covered.

    Overall: This show had me hooked from the first episode until the last. There was never a dull moment and I was engaged and invested into each and every character. If not for the cons, this show would be a masterpiece. Even better than Agents of Shield and Agent Carter.    … Expand
  6. SrPepe
    Jul 5, 2018
    9
    Una serie impresionante, me encanto de principio a final y ver como progresa el diablo.
  7. Pedrap
    Apr 18, 2016
    9
    The first season is breathaking full of epic moments and charachter, everything works very well: dark, intense and well acted . After a disappointing movie, the Devil got his redemption.
    Wilson Fisk rules!
  8. timjunior5
    May 18, 2016
    9
    This show is definitely dark, graphic and very violent, but it excels in its sharp dialogue, intense hand-to-hand combat sequences, and interesting storyline. Matt Murdock is an excellently written character, and the suspenseful nature of the show is immediately appealing. I highly recommend this show for any comic-book fan, and anyone who just likes a good action/adventure story (as longThis show is definitely dark, graphic and very violent, but it excels in its sharp dialogue, intense hand-to-hand combat sequences, and interesting storyline. Matt Murdock is an excellently written character, and the suspenseful nature of the show is immediately appealing. I highly recommend this show for any comic-book fan, and anyone who just likes a good action/adventure story (as long as you can handle the very graphic violence)!… Expand
  9. alejandro970
    Oct 14, 2018
    9
    Excels the dissaponting screenplay of 2003. Narrates the genesis of man wihout fear according to actual age with a grim touch closer to Frank Miller; Vincent D`Onofrio grabs the attention as Wilson Fisk.
  10. JustP
    Mar 19, 2017
    9
    When it comes to superhero Shows, this is close to perfection. The acting, the writing, the fight scenes, the storytelling, the heroes and antagonists, All of them are the best we've seen in a superhero show.
  11. ForceX01
    Aug 4, 2017
    9
    the best tv series about a fictional character! Written very well, almost as if it were a movie longer than 13 hours, Vincent D'Onofrio as Kingpin is just perfect. As Charlie Cox in the role of the Red Devil. Highly recommended!
  12. AllanBarbosa
    Aug 29, 2017
    9
    After seeing more and more MCU movies - distributed by Disney, and the "cliche of superfriends", what is Marvel's (childlike) Agents of Shield, I didn't expect nothing for this show. However, "Marvel's Daredevil" surprised me a lot and it became my fourth best series. The explicit violence, the loyal advocacy, the darkness that is in Hell's Kitchen and the complex characters (main,After seeing more and more MCU movies - distributed by Disney, and the "cliche of superfriends", what is Marvel's (childlike) Agents of Shield, I didn't expect nothing for this show. However, "Marvel's Daredevil" surprised me a lot and it became my fourth best series. The explicit violence, the loyal advocacy, the darkness that is in Hell's Kitchen and the complex characters (main, secundaries and enemies) - turned this original Netflix series special, dark and INCREDIBLE. Daredevil 1st season is the sample that "superheroes" movies and series, can be UNFORGETTABLE!… Expand
  13. JLuis_001
    Sep 9, 2017
    9
    This series completely disappeared the failure of Ben Affleck's film, achieving the path of the character according to the comic books.

    I had my reservations when they chose Charlie Cox but he shown that the character belongs to him.

    Vincent D'Onofrio undoubtedly one the best villains Marvel has delivered to this day.
  14. CoreGamer1408
    Oct 4, 2018
    9
    The DareDevil show took off where Arrow drop the ball with season thee and four. The drama was tightly focused and the action realistically grounded. Good villain to hate on with a satisfying ending to the series. Awesome out of ten for a TV production.
  15. mellonhead
    Jan 7, 2018
    9
    An excellent debut season. The story is great and gets better and more compelling as the season goes on. The fighting scenes are raw and well done, the characters are great, and they get better. My only complaint is that the start is a bit slow, but that makes the rest of the season all the more intense and exciting.
    GRADE: A
  16. bw14916
    Feb 15, 2018
    9
    Daredevil season 1 was fantastic. Daredevil himself was portrayed well, but the villain stole the show. He saw himself as the hero, and he had more depth than any other MCU villain. While things slowed down in the second half, it had a very satisfying conclusion.
  17. MarvelJoe
    Mar 9, 2018
    9
    I wasn't interested at first but I gave it a try and it was brutally awesome. I like how they got the charathers right, the story is dark and disturbing, it just making you want more of the action and storytelling. This is by far the best Marvel TV Show ever!
  18. Adelthorne
    Oct 16, 2018
    9
    I really like that you are able to see some of the early DD life. And that how he gets his suit and so forth. I cant wait to see season 2.
  19. BM85
    Apr 9, 2020
    9
    Best Marvel Netflix tv show season of all, period. Surprising and unforgetable, from beginning to end.
  20. Disobedient_K9
    Sep 24, 2022
    9
    I'm not sure why there's so many negative reviews here. This is a solid show with strong performances, incredible fight sequences, and deep character drama.
  21. CarlElmore
    Jan 24, 2023
    9
    Best MCU related content with the best MCU villain hands down. Matt Murdock is probably the best MCU character as well.
  22. BlueGuyTalks
    May 9, 2023
    9
    When given an open-ended continuity, Marvel properties excel at picking and choosing the best moments offered by their source material. Daredevil Season 1 does exactly that through an impressive and refreshing journey of a blind man searching for justice inside and outside of the courtroom.

    FULL REVIEW HERE: https://benruehl18.wixsite.com/the-blue-critic/post/daredevil-season-1-2015
  23. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    9
    This TV show is the best among Netflix's Marvel series. Excellent casting for the main character and secondary characters.
  24. Alihmed
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best series
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  25. martinex
    May 3, 2015
    8
    The best superhero dramas don't read like superhero dramas and Daredevil almost manages to pull it off with the exception of some brutal and spectacular fight scenes. In fact our hero doesn't even wear a costume for most of the episodes. The episodes are full of drama and pathos that you wouldn't expect from a story about a comic book character. Eventually it does devolve into WWE styleThe best superhero dramas don't read like superhero dramas and Daredevil almost manages to pull it off with the exception of some brutal and spectacular fight scenes. In fact our hero doesn't even wear a costume for most of the episodes. The episodes are full of drama and pathos that you wouldn't expect from a story about a comic book character. Eventually it does devolve into WWE style pulp but what a ride along the way.… Expand
  26. drlowdon
    Feb 13, 2017
    8
    Aside from Heroes first season I can’t say that superheroes have had all that good a time of it on TV. DC comic’s offerings (Arrow, The Flash etc.) are decent at times but I quickly lost interest and Agents of Shield, which I had fairly high hopes for after the success of Marvel’s movies, was simply way too safe and family friendly.

    Fortunately, Daredevil is different, and easily    Aside from Heroes first season I can’t say that superheroes have had all that good a time of it on TV. DC comic’s offerings (Arrow, The Flash etc.) are decent at times but I quickly lost interest and Agents of Shield, which I had fairly high hopes for after the success of Marvel’s movies, was simply way too safe and family friendly.

    Fortunately, Daredevil is different, and easily betters any other effort in the genre thus far. A large part of it success is down by the creators obvious affection for the source material and, not bound by the constraints of network TV, it is able to be tell a suitably dark and gritty tale. Daredevil also importantly takes the time to develop all the main and supporting characters, something which is particularly important in the case of Fisk (The Kingpin). Part of the credit for the effectiveness of this character has to be given to the superb performance of Vincent D’Onofrio but, by giving him his own motivations, he becomes more than just another ‘bad guy’ and this really adds to the impact of the events that take place.

    The only slight negative in this first season was the usual problem of the bad guys not just killing the good guys when they get the chance (Austin Powers mocked this nearly 20 years ago and yet we still see it all the time on TV and in movies!) but I’m certainly very much looking forward to season two.    … Expand
  27. nth11
    Dec 28, 2016
    8
    I found it sort of hard to get into the flow of this tv series at first, but by episode 4 i was hooked. Definitely well written, directed and acted out by all involved. The fight scenes are pretty satisfying. There were definitely a few unexpected events of coarse to keep you craving for more. Very solid, the whole story and all.
  28. Kenmei
    Apr 23, 2015
    8
    A much better interpretation of Daredevil than the movie starring Batfleck many years ago, this Netflix original series has so many wonderful moments it more than makes up for the later few episodes and a surprisingly weak portrayal of the Kingpin, Wilson Fisk.
    There are numerous great parts to the show, most notably the wonderfully done fight scenes. You can see the influences the    A much better interpretation of Daredevil than the movie starring Batfleck many years ago, this Netflix original series has so many wonderful moments it more than makes up for the later few episodes and a surprisingly weak portrayal of the Kingpin, Wilson Fisk.
    There are numerous great parts to the show, most notably the wonderfully done fight scenes. You can see the influences the directors had in alot of the scenes, including a wonderful tribute to Oldboy in an early episode. That, combined with a great performance by most of the actors in the story, really gives the world alot of the edge that a city like NYC would have after the first Avengers movie. Most things are so good, it's a wonder why some of their ideas, especially for fight scenes, haven't been used before.
    However, the main issue is what they did with Wilson Fisk. The Kingpin in the comics is much different from the man in this show. Fisk is an emotional wreck throughout the entire show, a complete shell of what he actually is in the comics, and it hurts his impact on the show. He comes off as too soft and then is forced to use violence to get his way, almost like a small child not getting what he wants. His role in this show was completely two-faced. It would have been much better to show more of his hardcore side and making him a tragic victim to his past and his way of thinking. However, he comes off more as a willing sidekick to some unknown entity who would have been better off being the main villain, constantly being played by his supposed underlings throughout the entire series. He very rarely got the upper hand, even in dealing with them. And when he did, it was usually because he lost his temper and did something rash. Plus the fact that that the last few episodes took a decidedly soap opera turn before the final episode was a huge turn off for me. I could have done without that for sure.
    This show is probably the best superhero show to come around in a long time. It's so much fun with everything that it does that it will definitely captivate you, even if you don't really know who Daredevil is. However, they really need to work on their villains for next season. I want to see a villain who is alot more menacing than their portrayal Fisk here. With a competent villain, the quality of this show would be truly epic in scale. Instead, it's only on the "good" level for me.    … Expand
  29. Tss5078
    Jan 5, 2017
    8
    With time comes experience, and with that experience, Marvel has taken a bunch of barely watchable movies about superheroes, and turned themselves into a global empire. When Marvel first started making movies, they never dreamed they'd be getting the stars, exposure, or the nearly half a billion dollar box office receipts for every film they release. Perhaps the most overlooked element inWith time comes experience, and with that experience, Marvel has taken a bunch of barely watchable movies about superheroes, and turned themselves into a global empire. When Marvel first started making movies, they never dreamed they'd be getting the stars, exposure, or the nearly half a billion dollar box office receipts for every film they release. Perhaps the most overlooked element in Marvel's wave of success is the writers and directors, which is really what has led to the big stars, better films, and ultimately the TV series.

    Marvel attempted to introduce Daredevil in 2003, in what amounted to one of the worst superhero movies I've ever seen. The plot was nonexistent, they rushed the characters backstory, and the acting was a joke. They learned from theses mistakes however, and reinvented the character in the Netflix series by the same name.

    Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) was blinded in an accident when he was a child, but despite losing his sight, he gained other abilities. His other senses became super strong and he was trained to use them to help defend himself. As a youth, despite his training, Murdock decided to fight injustice in the courts and became a lawyer, eventually starting a firm with him best friend, Foggy Nelson (Elden Henson). Being a lawyer didn't always get Murdock the justice he sought, so he started using his training, and going out at night to fight crime as the devil of Hell's Kitchen, eventually dubbed by the press as Daredevil.

    On the surface, people will look at this series and see another superhero show, but when you sit down to watch it, you will realize that the writing makes all the difference. This is one of those shows where the superhero element is an after thought, because everything else is so realistic and believable, that aside from the fight scenes, you forget that you're watching a Marvel superhero show. The criminals developed for this show, Wilson Fisk (Vincent D'Onofrio) and The Punisher (Jon Benthal) are as good, if not better, than any villain ever seen in any of the Marvel franchises. Beyond that the show has a lot of legal and courtroom elements to it, a medical angel, family and romance issues, I don't say this often, but this show actually does have a little bit of something thrown in there for absolutely everyone!

    Even if you're not into superheroes, even if you can't stand them, there will be at least one element to the Daredevil series that you will enjoy, I guarantee it. As for the fans, I know it's been a while, but no need to fret, Daredevil have been renewed for a third season, and lead actor Charlie Cox has signed on for the eventual collaboration series, that will include all four Netflix-Marvel characters.    … Expand
  30. BloodyRandy
    Apr 21, 2015
    8
    There's a fighting scene in the second episode that is quite amazing above and beyond any TV series I've ever seen (or even in the movies for that matter). The show is incredible and has some great characters but then there are some not so great actors and characters. I really like who they casted as Daredevil and I really like his partner at the firm. He's a good side humor character.There's a fighting scene in the second episode that is quite amazing above and beyond any TV series I've ever seen (or even in the movies for that matter). The show is incredible and has some great characters but then there are some not so great actors and characters. I really like who they casted as Daredevil and I really like his partner at the firm. He's a good side humor character. The only issues I have with the show is later on in the season there's too much crying and drama which doesn't match up with reality. The girl Paige is more annoying than she is useful. I thought she would be eliminated in the episode she was introduced but she ended up being a regular character and I don't think she's any good. There are inconsistencies with characters in some episodes. Where Foggy was quite funny and laid back, then next episode he's ready to quit on his friends on a whim and very unforgiving and cruel. So the writers should make a game plan next season to keep characters consistent with who they are without swinging their emotions several different directions. There is a news reporter throughout the whole season that is completely useless as well as a Spanish mother that didn't make any sense in the story. So aside from some unlikable characters and awkward mood swings the series is a huge hit. I hope they introduce some more well known villains and keep Daredevil on his toes to fight again at least a few more seasons. Please don't ruin the potential of this show.… Expand
  31. Rox22
    Feb 21, 2016
    8
    Not bad. This show more or less is the reason I started watching Netflix.

    If anything, this show reminded me allot of the first season of Arrow: dark and gritty. Season 1 acts as a good introduction to the character. Giving those of us with little knowledge of Daredevil some insight into his character and his struggles becoming a superhero. Hats off to Vincent D'Onofrio. Fantastic    Not bad. This show more or less is the reason I started watching Netflix.

    If anything, this show reminded me allot of the first season of Arrow: dark and gritty. Season 1 acts as a good introduction to the character. Giving those of us with little knowledge of Daredevil some insight into his character and his struggles becoming a superhero.

    Hats off to Vincent D'Onofrio. Fantastic performance and really brought his character to life.

    If I have a gripe, it would be that there is perhaps too much buildup. The story did drag at times. A bit more action and superhero stuff would have been nice. Also would be nice if they would expand on DD's rogues gallery in season 2 onwards. Season one was very lacking in this regard.

    Overall:
    A great show and I hope to sea allot more in the years to come.

    Side note:
    I know it's a Netflix exclusive, but an eventual Blu ray release would also be good (not everyone has stable internet connectivity.)    … Expand
  32. TheApplegnome
    Jun 16, 2015
    8
    This isn't just a superhero show, it's an awesome show!

    Daredevil totally surpassed my expectations. The major great aspect is the cinematography, it's so smooth and refreshing! The plot is very solid, and the characters are amazing. This isn't just a superhero show; it's much more than that, it's a unique crime/thriller show that got much focus on the characters. We don't just see the    This isn't just a superhero show, it's an awesome show!

    Daredevil totally surpassed my expectations. The major great aspect is the cinematography, it's so smooth and refreshing! The plot is very solid, and the characters are amazing. This isn't just a superhero show; it's much more than that, it's a unique crime/thriller show that got much focus on the characters. We don't just see the background of our heroes, we also get to see what drives the "baddies" in Mathews' town. As I said; the plot is very solid and I really love it. The show is very deep and very well made. Just the directing and the action-sequences are incredible. But I miss a more intense version of show. The overall episode isn't that action-packed as I want it to be like, I want more.

    The show started pretty well and the first half is really good. But there's too much talking rather than action. Yes drama is a genre of this show and I love the characters, the plot and so on but it's a bit too boring for my taste. The tempo is slow and I didn't enjoy it that much. But it all changed after the fifth episode. The plot became more entertaining and it really escalated. The characters developed and the show totally began to grasp my interest. The ending was really good; full of action and an awesome plot!

    This is a really great TV-show, even though there's not that much action as I wanted to see. My overall rating for each episode is ~ 7.3/10, but since I really find this show amazing because of the solid plot and its characters am I giving Daredevil Season 1 a score of 8/10.    … Expand
  33. marcmyworks
    Nov 13, 2018
    8
    Vincent D'Onofrio's return as the Kingpin really makes this season but I will say this. I am getting a bit sick of each season of a Marvel show building up a villain's origin to then have them return in full form for the following season. They did this with Kingpin, then Elektra, and now Bullseye. Overall very well done, but the last episode could have had more action, drama and twists.
  34. Tom360
    May 28, 2015
    8
    Daredevil might be the best new show this season! Netflix is killing it. Production values are better than Gotham, with a grittier tone, more believable characters and knockout action. Pretty brutal violence at times, which surprised me, but I wasnt detracted. It worked within the context of the show, and helped characterize Daredevil.

    As an origin story it works well, using flashbacks    Daredevil might be the best new show this season! Netflix is killing it. Production values are better than Gotham, with a grittier tone, more believable characters and knockout action. Pretty brutal violence at times, which surprised me, but I wasnt detracted. It worked within the context of the show, and helped characterize Daredevil.

    As an origin story it works well, using flashbacks effectively without a jarring tonal shift. Very dark for a Marvel property, and it's definitely a side we haven't seen before but it works well! The show would just feel toothless on a primetime network like ABC. Daredevil is the new superhero TV show to beat!

    ADD ON: In the latter part of season 1 I found myself thinking, "man, there is a lot of crying in this show." Seriously, it's like every 15 minutes near the end of the season. Just sayin.    … Expand
  35. Meth-dude
    Apr 18, 2015
    8
    With it's good cast and it's good story,subtile humour and noir atmosphere Daredevil is an interesting and very well done show.I'm expecting season 2 to be even better.
  36. diogomendes
    Jul 15, 2015
    8
    So much better than the movie. I haven't watched all episodes (currently watching 11th episode) but man, wow, what a great show! Episode 9 was the best of all them. Vincent D'Onofrio is marvelous as Wilson Fisk/Kingpin and Charlie Cox thrills as the title's character. The action is phenomenal (as well as the tension) but the element that takes this exciting super-hero tale to the nextSo much better than the movie. I haven't watched all episodes (currently watching 11th episode) but man, wow, what a great show! Episode 9 was the best of all them. Vincent D'Onofrio is marvelous as Wilson Fisk/Kingpin and Charlie Cox thrills as the title's character. The action is phenomenal (as well as the tension) but the element that takes this exciting super-hero tale to the next landmark is the brilliantly written characterization and the meticulous tone. Really excited for the final episodes.… Expand
  37. virginiaproud
    Apr 20, 2015
    8
    For me, by far the most enjoyable of the comic to TV transitions. I'm not a comics fan so I'm not coming in with an affection or knowledge of the world or characters. Based purely on the interpretation for TV, I was impressed. The dialogue and action always seems a bit far fetched bordering on YA in these types of series.(Arrow/Flash etc) but they do a much better job here. Not to say it'sFor me, by far the most enjoyable of the comic to TV transitions. I'm not a comics fan so I'm not coming in with an affection or knowledge of the world or characters. Based purely on the interpretation for TV, I was impressed. The dialogue and action always seems a bit far fetched bordering on YA in these types of series.(Arrow/Flash etc) but they do a much better job here. Not to say it's perfect, but it's serviceable and didn't make me cringe (my benchmark).
    The thing that really worked for me with Daredevil was the world creation and the acting. Charlie Cox's portrayal is fantastic, I believed every second. I've little time for the mandatory goofy sidekick, but Foggy grew on me and their show down after the 'it's you!' revelation is brilliant, both actors really had me buying into the emotional stakes in what could have been a very heavy handed scene.
    The flashbacks were well executed (mostly). Nothing extraneous, just the things we need to know, when we needed to know them. A far cry from Arrows flashbacks with Amell in that ridiculous wig.
    Deborah Ann Woll's secretary worked less well. She tries really hard to distance her character from True Blood's Jessica and after a few episodes I did stop wanting her to bare her fangs. But the Karen character is that awful combination of too naive to be true, improbably sure footed in her 'investigation' and like a sledgehammer on the issue of 'right'. I really hate this trope because in any reality except Marvel's, someone so idealistic yet naive would be dead. And without nuance such a character is pretty boring.
    But all told, I really enjoyed it, I loved the very small glimpses of the bigger world behind and the mysteries to come, but with the focus square on laying the foundations of the current reality. I can't wait to see where this goes.    … Expand
  38. JohnKristofer
    May 23, 2015
    8
    The show is surprisingly great! It is much better than the horrible 2003 Daredevil.Watch all the episodes and man I love it.It is dark and fun.the show is much better comparing it to Agents Of Shield.It is a great representation of the character.
  39. TributeMan
    Mar 21, 2016
    8
    Marvel dla dorosłych daje radę! Nigdy wcześniej nie interesował mnie Daredevil. Kiczowaty film tylko pogrążył tego bohatera. Na szczęście powstał ten serial, który jest… Świetny!
  40. LinttaFlamingo
    Dec 6, 2017
    8
    The main guy Daredevil himself is fantastic and portrayed really well in this very dark and sometimes almost ridiculous show. The antagonist Wilson Fisk is also really great and almost all the characters are given backstories at some point and you can really get digested into this universe. There're a lot of flashbacks with a derpy kid Daredevil that sucked but aside from those the show was fun.
  41. JulianIncen
    May 5, 2019
    8
    In my opinion this is the best series that Marvel and Netflix created. It never falls into clichés and also manages a good pace for the audience.
  42. H2PO5
    May 1, 2015
    8
    I liked it a lot, but there are a lot of things to upgrade to season 2, like Kingpin, he should be more brute, more violent not a fat douche bag in love for Kal-El's mother. The red suit, took a long time to show up, and when it did it wasn't what I was expecting, it's more like an armor than a stealth suit.
  43. Rossitsilon
    May 30, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. And here it comes, is it a plane? Is it a bird? Hell No! Is the Fricking Daredevil coming to save the Marvel´s Tv Universe. Great show, and it´s not full of typical generic jokes like the MCU. Mozel Tov to the writers!… Expand
  44. FilmQueen
    Oct 10, 2015
    8
    This series is a fine adaptation of Daredevil, unlike the 2003 movie. There are good action scenes and cool characters played by a bunch of skilful actors.
  45. StanRezaee
    Nov 7, 2015
    8
    No this is nothing like the crappy Ben Affleck movie (which was not even his fault, the director sucked at his job), but a gritty origin story that gives Marvel the long over due Christopher Nolan treatment. Marvel's Daredevil is the superhero show we have always wanted but Network never had the guts to make. A must watch for Marvel fans.
  46. 7ursi
    Nov 13, 2015
    8
    The man without fear and with a great resistance...
    The plot is sliding like the blood between the streets of hell's kitchen.
    I've finished it just now and I was really satisfied.
    Good director, interpretation, plot... everything!
    We just have to wait for the second season!!!
  47. Xan_Ryil
    Aug 29, 2018
    8
    Daredevil will be the first live action adaptation of marvel's universe which actually is dark. Although it borrows heavy influence from Christopher Nolan's work on Batman films but still it raises above significantly from other recent marvel work for both tv and movies which are totally commercial and senseless (Except for Captain America, which is better then the rest). Marvel has madeDaredevil will be the first live action adaptation of marvel's universe which actually is dark. Although it borrows heavy influence from Christopher Nolan's work on Batman films but still it raises above significantly from other recent marvel work for both tv and movies which are totally commercial and senseless (Except for Captain America, which is better then the rest). Marvel has made movies mostly about costume action and adventure but daredevil has more drama and intense action which makes it different then its predecessors. Performances by Charlie Cox, Deborah Ann Woll and Rosario Dawson are worth watching too.… Expand
  48. Tony1984
    Dec 23, 2016
    8
    Vincent D'Onfrio steals the show as Wilson Fisk. His screen presence is outstanding. Daredevil himself is good and nails the nerd element perfectly. The supporting cast works well in Matt's slipstream.

    But Fisk is the man here, puts meat and bones on a fantasy tale and somehow makes it believable and thoughtful. Lastly its much more violent and more willing to kill off characters than    Vincent D'Onfrio steals the show as Wilson Fisk. His screen presence is outstanding. Daredevil himself is good and nails the nerd element perfectly. The supporting cast works well in Matt's slipstream.

    But Fisk is the man here, puts meat and bones on a fantasy tale and somehow makes it believable and thoughtful.
    Lastly its much more violent and more willing to kill off characters than I expected. So far so good.    … Expand
  49. EpicLadySponge
    Mar 21, 2016
    8
    Finally something that's actually better than the movie. This Daredevil take the things that caused the Daredevil movie to be at a mixed state and throws them away.
  50. Crack_The_Skye
    Apr 12, 2016
    8
    Needs to have more reference to the other players of the MCU, we hear little to nothing about the goings on of the Avengers or any superhero for that matter. Now I can understand why this may be the case, but even sly references once in a while, would be nice. It also feels like compared to the other Superheros in the MCU, Daredevil is very lacking, being close to death on numerousNeeds to have more reference to the other players of the MCU, we hear little to nothing about the goings on of the Avengers or any superhero for that matter. Now I can understand why this may be the case, but even sly references once in a while, would be nice. It also feels like compared to the other Superheros in the MCU, Daredevil is very lacking, being close to death on numerous occasions. Makes the viewer feel like this is just Matt Murdock in a Daredevil costume. What I mean by this is, Peter Parker is a wimpy nerdy photographer, until he puts on his suit, and then he's a badass. Matt Murdock seems to be a lot more vulnerable in suit than when he's laying down the law, as an attorney. Just my two cents but I'd like to see him be a bit more a a superhero.… Expand
  51. GreedyPete69000
    Aug 29, 2017
    8
    Fun! Cool new thing! Good punchies, fun characters, Vincent D'Onofrio is great! Fights were really brutal and believable. Compare to Iron Fist, Iron Fist fights boring! Good Daredevil
  52. agentbinky
    Oct 12, 2018
    8
    D'Onofrio's performance is either stilted or scenery-chewing, but still a great show.
  53. Onlyclassicvg1
    Sep 21, 2022
    8
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  54. JazGalaxy
    May 3, 2015
    7
    Daredevil is very good. But it's far from great. It makes a fantastic first impression with how much it gets right, but I found myself skipping giant chunks of the later-middle episodes out of boredom. Daredevil feels like an incredibly lonely show. Freuquently 2 characters are simply talking to one another for long stretches of time. It's also one of the darkest shows I've ever seen.Daredevil is very good. But it's far from great. It makes a fantastic first impression with how much it gets right, but I found myself skipping giant chunks of the later-middle episodes out of boredom. Daredevil feels like an incredibly lonely show. Freuquently 2 characters are simply talking to one another for long stretches of time. It's also one of the darkest shows I've ever seen. Characters are oftentimes depicted in almost pitch blackness and lit from only tiny spotlights coming from offstage. This is stylistic, but it runs into problems when it comes to the texture of the show. 60% of the cast talks only in clipped.hushed.measured.tones.with.the.same.stacatto.delivery. It goes on for way too long and most of it could have, and should have, been cut. Characters have way too much time for poetic monologues and personal anecdotes that do nothing for the storyline except bore the viewer. Ironically, it's possible that this bothers me more than it should due to the "binge" nature of the way I viewed the show, but isn't that the point of netflix? If the second season does not improve on the pacing and texture of the show, then the score will go down considerably, for me.… Expand
  55. Rex_richards
    Apr 20, 2015
    7
    Def more grown up and less cheesy than most similar tv shows, but the fight scenes are bordering on a bit silly, hundreds of manly punches to the chin type stuff, like an old western. Most real fights I've seen are all over in about 5 seconds. I'm getting a bit bored with all the flashbacks, but maybe that's just me.
    It's kind of like a more dark and gritty version of the flash or    Def more grown up and less cheesy than most similar tv shows, but the fight scenes are bordering on a bit silly, hundreds of manly punches to the chin type stuff, like an old western. Most real fights I've seen are all over in about 5 seconds. I'm getting a bit bored with all the flashbacks, but maybe that's just me.
    It's kind of like a more dark and gritty version of the flash or arrow, but still kind of ploddy and facile.    … Expand
  56. JamesCannon
    Apr 23, 2015
    7
    im now 11 episodes in and Im changing it down to 7, that may change after the finale, as I am desperately waiting for him to don the red costume. I feel like some episodes are a bit over written, where you we get nothing but loads of flashbacks and dialogue a plenty. Now I am not wishing for a violent scene in every episode, but some of these episode could be edited with a little moreim now 11 episodes in and Im changing it down to 7, that may change after the finale, as I am desperately waiting for him to don the red costume. I feel like some episodes are a bit over written, where you we get nothing but loads of flashbacks and dialogue a plenty. Now I am not wishing for a violent scene in every episode, but some of these episode could be edited with a little more urgency maybe. To put it frankly, the pace becomes sluggish at times and I get annoyed after I hear the third or fourth parable teaching in which someone has to give us a silquoy. If there is strength in the writing it is in Kingpin, who is seen as a philanthropist and his character really shines above all the rest, even becoming more interesting than daredevil at times. I look forward to finally seeing Daredevil in full regalia and his ongoing conflict with Kingpin.… Expand
  57. fusion_13
    May 4, 2015
    7
    I enjoyed watching Daredevil.....while it lasted 13 episodes isn't enough to make the story seem 'grand'. The story and overall presentation is very well done the action scenes are also top notch, acting was really good, it had some funny and interesting characters. I really liked the flashbacks and how they tie in with present day very well, reminds me of a certain other comic bookI enjoyed watching Daredevil.....while it lasted 13 episodes isn't enough to make the story seem 'grand'. The story and overall presentation is very well done the action scenes are also top notch, acting was really good, it had some funny and interesting characters. I really liked the flashbacks and how they tie in with present day very well, reminds me of a certain other comic book show........ But i honestly don't see the reason why people are saying THIS is the best comic book TV show. It really lost it's steam towards the end of the season, Daredevil tries to be too much like Bale's batman, just listen to his voice while he interrogates people. It left a lot of unanswered questions like, what happened to Matt's trainer (that other blind guy)? What happened to Vanessa? What happened to that Chinese lady?(can't remember her name) What happened to Claire? It was just ridiculous how they killed off Fisk's assistant. Also the finale just felt like lazy writing, they won because some dodgy cop who was getting paid by fisk just happened to know the names of all the other people who worked for fisk??

    I'm not saying it hated Daredevil, i very much enjoyed it, but it had it's flaws.    … Expand
  58. marc5477
    May 31, 2016
    7
    EDIT: 5/31/16

    I finished season 2 and I really enjoyed it except for 1 thing... Daredevil was the side show. This season was stolen by Frank Castle (the Punisher). Honestly, by the end of the season I hated Matt Murdock a lot as he has become more mopey and dopey just like his friend dopey or fogy or whatever his name is. I hate both him and Matt and the only reason I would watch a    EDIT: 5/31/16

    I finished season 2 and I really enjoyed it except for 1 thing... Daredevil was the side show. This season was stolen by Frank Castle (the Punisher). Honestly, by the end of the season I hated Matt Murdock a lot as he has become more mopey and dopey just like his friend dopey or fogy or whatever his name is. I hate both him and Matt and the only reason I would watch a season 3 is if they are again, not the main part of the show. Punisher needs his own series away from these 2 and Jessica Jones. Between Matt, Jessica, Luke and Fogy we have more estrogen than all the women populating the western hemisphere. What a bunch of sissies. Luckily, the Punisher carried this season with exception to the one scene towards the end where he and the Daredevil sort of reconcile which was just poorly acted and not believable.

    A good start with some room for improvement. I like the portrayal of Daredevil in this show but I really think that Matts friend and the Kingpen are a weaknesses.

    The Kingpen is simply not intimidating nor believable as a character. In fact, his lackey was twice as menacing as he (Fisk) was. The other gang leaders would have eaten Fisk alive and his psychological duality issues were also forced and emotionless. But thankfully, this is a TV series and there are more bad guys than Fisk and his lackey saved the day a few times.

    My other issue is with Matts emo friend... he is just unbearably bad to watch. He is not funny in any way and his emotional constipation (yes I am making a Tarzan quote) is beyond immature for anyone over 14 years old. I would prefer he is just cut from the show entirely and certainly, his presence is hurting Matt's character because they are supposed to be intellectually compatible which means that Matt is actually borderline retarded... who else can befriend a child in an adult body? Aside from Fisk and Matts friend (I dont even remember his name), the rest of the crew did an admirable job.

    In the 1st season we watch as Daredevil develops his personality (Marvels copy of Batman in many ways), and it is a fun journey. The support cast (outside the two aforementioned duds) do a good job in maintaining the feel of the show (unlike other shows like Flopsh or the Green Eggroll), and except for the few emo episodes were I wanted to kill Matt's friend, it was a fun journey to watch. I will watch season 2.    … Expand
  59. AliceofX
    Jun 12, 2019
    7
    The first season was good. Gave me a bit of a Nolan's Batman films vibe with how serious it was. I really liked the relationship between Matt and Foggy.
  60. Grigann
    May 4, 2015
    7
    Good surprise coming from the Marvel side of things, a modern take on the Man without Fear. The actors are excellent, the origins story well told, but the overall plot is somewhat disappointing, at least on this first season. But a good show anyway, way better than Arrow or the Flash for example.
  61. arnoldstrife
    Apr 23, 2015
    7
    The story is really good. The character dynamics and non-fight scenes are really meaningful and I feel really helps the character. Everything that does not have to do with the fight scenes would be 10/10.
    The fight scenes however are a mixed bag.
    They are well choreograph. The camera work is amazing. Very unique and really looks painful. However except in the beginning they also seem    The story is really good. The character dynamics and non-fight scenes are really meaningful and I feel really helps the character. Everything that does not have to do with the fight scenes would be 10/10.
    The fight scenes however are a mixed bag.

    They are well choreograph. The camera work is amazing. Very unique and really looks painful. However except in the beginning they also seem to forget the main character is blind.

    When everything else in the story and scenes pay attention and work with the fact that he's blind the fight scenes which great seem to completely ignore this. Even with the tricks that they show on how he's able to detect where his opponents are and overall situational awareness, many of the fights go beyond that and are just normal brawls with no accounting for his blindness or powers.

    So while the fighting is great, it doesn't pay enough attention to the attributes of the main character.    … Expand
  62. Phil_T_123
    May 23, 2016
    7
    Charlie Cox has the superpower of being blind. As such, he can kick a lot of ass. He runs around Hell's Kitchen, NY, doing just that, taking out criminals and wailing on informants etc.

    The fight scenes are often really well choreographed and there are a couple of epic ones, taken in just one shot. They are **fairly** realistic, as superhero TV fight-scenes go. Charlie is a blind    Charlie Cox has the superpower of being blind. As such, he can kick a lot of ass. He runs around Hell's Kitchen, NY, doing just that, taking out criminals and wailing on informants etc.

    The fight scenes are often really well choreographed and there are a couple of epic ones, taken in just one shot. They are **fairly** realistic, as superhero TV fight-scenes go.

    Charlie is a blind lawyer by day. He has a few sidekicks, also lawyer types but not blind, so they have no powers.

    The downsides to the show are Charlie's lawyer-sidekicks. They don't really have anything to offer Charlie as superheroes (they both, sadly, were cursed with 20/20 vision) and mainly seem to be used a light and cheesy counterbalance to Charlie's dark and bloody burden of being Daredevil. The problem is that Charlie isn't that dark. He's always sulking about what he has to do and moaning to acquaintances or priests in confession. Charlie is conflicted, and it's clear that violence is a tool for him and not a guilty pleasure. We get it. WE DON'T NEED CHEESEY SIDEKICK SCENES TOO! SACK THEM! Or badass them up, whatever.    … Expand
  63. nikblu1904
    Jan 15, 2018
    7
    It's not bad, I thought it was pretty good. But I'm sure not everyone would like it.
  64. Aloxb3
    Oct 29, 2017
    7
    Fiquei realmente surpreendido com a qualidade do roteiro dessa série. Não tem o "fanservice" que as outras sequencias da série "Defenders" tem mas, nem por isso é uma série ruim. O Demolidor é uma espécie de Batman da Marvel, é um personagem sombrio que toma atitudes justas dentro de um contexto mas, quando vista de uma maneira geral não fica claro se ele é o vilão ou o mocinho. Essa sérieFiquei realmente surpreendido com a qualidade do roteiro dessa série. Não tem o "fanservice" que as outras sequencias da série "Defenders" tem mas, nem por isso é uma série ruim. O Demolidor é uma espécie de Batman da Marvel, é um personagem sombrio que toma atitudes justas dentro de um contexto mas, quando vista de uma maneira geral não fica claro se ele é o vilão ou o mocinho. Essa série conseguiu imprimir muito bem esse impasse no personagem, não só isso como também, tem bons atores, ótimas locações e uma fotografia excelente, só senti falta de uma trilha sonora um pouco mais presente e em alguns momentos ela é muito dramática e eu senti como se estivesse assistindo uma novela(ECA!), mas no geral, é a melhor live action do "herói".… Expand
  65. LoletinAlexis
    Dec 29, 2019
    7
    Daredevil Season 1 is a great series that will charm those looking for violent Marvel.
    Now, it has a big problem: dynamism.
    You're practically going to feel that the episodes are very similar to each other and no apparent change.
    Also, in the middle of the season there is a change in the dynamic of the series that is remarkable: much less action.
  66. GarethB
    Oct 21, 2018
    7
    A good origin story with compelling characters, Fisk is great and the action is amazingly shot and the story avoids the bathos that drags down marvel properties for me.
  67. Sojum
    Apr 17, 2015
    6
    I wanted this to be a better show, but the potential is still there judging by the finale. The pace was simply too plodding - more action desperately needed, as the action that was there was pretty well choreographed. Fisk never really emerges as a super villain so much as an arrogant developer (he's too hands off!), which was hugely disappointing considering the lengths the show went toI wanted this to be a better show, but the potential is still there judging by the finale. The pace was simply too plodding - more action desperately needed, as the action that was there was pretty well choreographed. Fisk never really emerges as a super villain so much as an arrogant developer (he's too hands off!), which was hugely disappointing considering the lengths the show went to in demonstrating each one's conflicting emotions and unchecked responses. Reverse that for DD, who spends too much time in church and delivering blustery lines that sound like he's in mid-sob on EVERYTHING. They got the non-stereotypical black/white bad/good guys approach right, they just didn't spend enough time on their dominating sides, showing the stark contrasts and dichotomies both represented.

    But I'll hang in there for Season 2 if the finale is any indication of the pickup in pace and costumes needed. Character exposition is okay, good even. But this is a superhero show - it's already a cartoon simply by premise, so let's not spend too much time there. Let's get out and kick some butt!    … Expand
  68. brentwshelton1
    Jul 3, 2015
    6
    OK...so here is the thing about this show. I actually like the actor who plays Daredevil (Murdoch). Plus I like Fisk's character, his sidekick, (although he is a little bit of a rip-off of the sidekick from Banshee), Fisk's girlfriend and all of the bad guys (Especially Madam Gow!!!) However, I CANNOT stand the investigative reporter, Fogey, or the blond chick that is Murdoch and Fogey'sOK...so here is the thing about this show. I actually like the actor who plays Daredevil (Murdoch). Plus I like Fisk's character, his sidekick, (although he is a little bit of a rip-off of the sidekick from Banshee), Fisk's girlfriend and all of the bad guys (Especially Madam Gow!!!) However, I CANNOT stand the investigative reporter, Fogey, or the blond chick that is Murdoch and Fogey's secretary. Their acting is sub-par plus they get the stupidest dialogue (which is part of why I hate their acting). I want to fast forward every-time they come on the screen. they really bring the show down. Overall, I DO like the show and plan to keep watching but simply can't get enthusiastic about it and can't give it a complete thumbs up. I'm about halfway through the first season and keep hoping the contributions these three bring will improve or at LEAST one of them will get killed off.… Expand
  69. ScienceAdvisor
    Oct 20, 2018
    6
    Tropes, implausibility, and lack of continuity plage this season just like the last. The story is more grounded, but the magic wipe-off beatings that magically heal with a little water, or the massless objects that are tossed with lethal impact even though that breaks a few laws of physics, are just some of the issues. The age old device of breaking up of the band, only to have it comeTropes, implausibility, and lack of continuity plage this season just like the last. The story is more grounded, but the magic wipe-off beatings that magically heal with a little water, or the massless objects that are tossed with lethal impact even though that breaks a few laws of physics, are just some of the issues. The age old device of breaking up of the band, only to have it come back together to win the day, is quite possibly one of the worst oldest and most over-used story devices in comics. To see it transverse onto the screen in this was was just lazy. Finally, for the "man without fear", Daredevil/Matt certainly shows a lot of it this season. One positive is that the last episode is everything we wanted from the entire season, unfortunately it was only one of thirteen. Far too little for more than a 6.5.

    For those claiming constant concussions, two story falls onto hard ground, major lacerations healing in a few days, or Fisk knowing exactly when to make a phone call (to the second) is realistic, should really seek the care of a physician.    … Expand
  70. dup2795
    Mar 25, 2016
    6
    A show for 12 years old. Better that the Avengers but don't expect to much, it's still comics. Most of the actor are not very good, it's probably the only time you will ever see them.
  71. Writingreviews
    Nov 22, 2017
    6
    Its a mixed bag. Sometimes cool and exciting. Sometimes dull and boring. The actors does an ok job but the characters feel bland. If that is down to acting or writing i dont know but my stomach tells me that i think the actors could have done a better job overall.
  72. Duke_Challenger
    Apr 10, 2015
    5
    Positives:

    Fight scenes
    Other non-fighting Daredevil scenes
    Any scene without Foggy, but with Murdoch

    Cons:
    Cliche Childhood Flashbacks
    Cliche Villains
    Cringe-worthy scenes with Foggy character (He's basically Jar Jar Binks)
  73. jontchef
    Jul 20, 2015
    5
    nothing to get excited about. average action scenes and a lot of bad acting(especially foggy).ridiculous flashback scenes ,probably would enjoy it if I was 12 years old
  74. Zweinhander
    May 12, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 1) Too much focus was given to Karen and Foggy. They were kinda boring and didn't deserve that much attention, except only for the link between Karen and Ben Urich, which was done quite well. But for the rest, these characters didn't had much to offer to the overall plot. Also, aside from chapter 1 and 3, the Nelson and Murdock law firm didn't do anything really relevant to the plot. They were most of the time just "thinking" and in the dilemma of "how can law bring down such a poweful man?" (something that didn't even matter in the end, because they only brought Fisk down because an opponent lawyer agreeded to give Foggy lots of Fisk confidential documents). Matt only appeared in court once. His skills as a lawyer could have been better explored.
    2) The Matt's Ras al Ghul-like professor and the red ninja clan were mostly there just to tease people to watch the next season, they were pretty amazing addictions yet their participation in the plot was very small. Also, I found them to be way more interesting than Fisk.
    3) The last episodes had a very poor writing. And by that I generally mean episodes 11, 12 and 13. They had silly deaths, such as Wesley's and Ben Urich's, which didn't made any sense. Also, I thought that a Foggy's death would have been pretty reasonable and useful, yet it didn't happen. These last episodes also felt too unatural and over-tenseful, and that may be due to the fact that the writer wanted to call more attention and make an epic finale where Matt really becomes Daredevil. However, that ending was quite fallacious. It felt like the writer just ignored lots of issues raised by the previous chapters and went to the most predictable ending.
    Still, the action wasn't bad and I expected this series to be worse.    … Expand
  75. Nikola
    Jun 24, 2015
    4
    Generally I can not understand such a frenzy for the film adaptation of almost every Marvel Comics heroes.
    I've watched four episodes, and I could not keep watching remaining of this series.
    Good acting, not the action itself is a bad in this tv series, but the overall impression is that too many comic book heroes on TV screens.
  76. Bo33y
    Apr 11, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Suspended disbelief. The story is bad, fight sequences are bad, acting is bad.

    Alot of the fight sequences are abysmal, the first episode started okay coasting into the unknown. Then a boxer cartwheels like a monkey, using drunken fist. The boomerang trajectory ricochet was absolutely blinding.

    Moving onto episode 2. Maybe we would have like to see his wounding rather then him turning up in the clan hospital. Breaking the first superhero rule, giving away identity. Must have been bandaid for vigilante recruitment, rather then any morphine eh doc? Although the later scream mask, was so comical. The fire extinguisher dropped from 3 floors up, a headshot doesn't kill any unsuspecting. Neither does being pushed off of 5 stories.

    Onto the drunk brawl, faceplam. The dyspraxic use of coordination engaged. Not one of the punches shown had any power behind them, no weight, no style, they wouldn't have made a 5 year old cry. Apart from when looking like a lumberjack, off the camera, not showing the victim engaged, that any punches were connecting with. Don't hurt the stuntman, no, really don't hurt those stuntman. He disarms a shotgun, the knee and headbutt used, what was that? The right hook upon entering the first room. Who the hell steps into a broken door? He has a shotgun although doesn't swing it like a bat. He isn't going to fire that shotgun anyway. This show hasn't decided if he is a killer, or rather not. He toe pokes, it wouldn't score a goal with, so why hasn't he fallen over yet, because he is going to do a later roll for some unknown reason? The biggest laugh was him actually falling over the guy in the doorway upon fight ending. There was a better roundhouse kick somewhere in the fight. The leap off the wall to put the guy in the doorway was without any elbow, cannot imagine anyone becoming unconscious. The were some armpit punches to enemies lying on the ground that also demostrate the lack of jab

    He trains on a punch bag. Where did he learn how to roll, or judo? A skipping rope is out of the question, no hand to eye coordination.

    In some justification there were some much better cordinated fights scenes throughout the episodes seen, although sometimes often mostly lacking, containing largely those, above properties demonstrated.

    The story, dialogue have also been quite bad. The bar scene with trueblood's worm in the tequila, yawn. Amongst the courtroom standup. A blindman covered in facial bruising representing GBH. That will win an acquittal, quite evileye it surely will. The yakuza coke factory the blind leading the blind, so tell me why the last guy who was packaging is winking?

    He drops some badguy's at the police station, others he does not, how did the first slaver get away into later episode, he must not have wanted to carry him all the way from the docks.

    Quite funny watching these errors when not faster forwarding to find them    … Expand
  77. Bummers
    Apr 15, 2015
    4
    The action is interesting and feels different than other superhero movies, and that's both refreshing albeit sometimes overwhelming (it is very violent). However, some of the storytelling is awkward and some of the acting doesn't quite land, so suspension of disbelief takes a bit of work. It has its charms, and overall it's a fun ride and worth watching if you don't mind meeting the showThe action is interesting and feels different than other superhero movies, and that's both refreshing albeit sometimes overwhelming (it is very violent). However, some of the storytelling is awkward and some of the acting doesn't quite land, so suspension of disbelief takes a bit of work. It has its charms, and overall it's a fun ride and worth watching if you don't mind meeting the show where it is.… Expand
  78. steddye
    Aug 11, 2015
    3
    This show deserve a FULL 8 but the camera shake make me sick (when doing close profile shots or while people are walking). This technique should add realism to the movie/show, instead gives you seasick.
  79. Tetrarch
    May 15, 2016
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like the majority of Marvel's work on the big screen, Daredevil is an enjoyable if very overrated piece of work. There is a lot to like about the show, but it suffers from some big gaping problems that fanboys and others have largely overlooked.

    Getting right to the point, the show itself, though a creative leap for Marvel, is plagued with vigilante and crime drama cliches. Hell's Kitchen is carved up by factions distinguished by ethnic grouping. The Russians, Chinese, Japanese are present here as they've been in countless other crime stories. The leader of the Russian mob is named Vladimir of all things. Daredevil decked out in his eerie black costume can't help but mimic, perhaps unintentionally, Nolan's popularized Batman demanding perps to reveal "Who are you working for?" "I want a name" "I'll throw you off the roof" etc.

    For a show that is nearly thirteen hours long, the first handful of episodes failed to hook me, displaying a very dull and predictable sequence of events. I mainly stayed on to experience the greatness of the show internet pseudo-critics have been screeching about, but alas there was indeed a tiny jewel hidden beneath the stretched out, uninspired dialogue and unimaginative crime fighting.

    Wilson Fisk steals the show. His journey throughout the series eclipses much of the obligatory and mundane busy work of the many other characters. His not a one dimensional villain, and his downfall sparked by an interest in a peculiar woman feels like a tragedy in and of itself.

    The most contemplative, if rather unacknowledged, aspect of the series was the emphasis on the parallels in the goals and motivations between the titular hero, Mat Murdock, and his kingpin antagonist. Both want to make their city a 'better place', but both employ questionable methodology in the pursuit of that aim.

    They are reflections of each other in many ways, though by the end both their identities seem to diverge into definiteness. The moral and philosophical dilemmas both struggle through before arriving to that point was genuinely interesting, though I do not think its responsible for Daredevil's seemingly explosive popularity among the masses.

    Aside from this, the exchanges between Fisk and his entourage and Murdock's reunion with past mentor 'Stick' were the most provocative aspects of the show. Madame Gao's poetic words to a troubled Kingpin regarding his uncontrolled ambition are some of the most memorable in a very, very superfluous script.

    Nonetheless, I only gave Daredevil a three because it is still a very hollow and boring show that isn't compensated for with its redeeming qualities. The series as creative and ambitious superhero narrative peaked around episode seven. Everything else could be compared to watching dominoes uneventfully and predictably collapsing unto each other to reveal a simple pattern. All the claims that marvel has somehow 'mastered' gritty and mature storytelling are utterly unfounded.

    The climactic battle between Fisk and the Devil of hell's kitchen is childishly predictable, no different from the shaky and undecipherable fight sequences that plump up this bloated web-series. Daredevil may be a bloody and visually dark series, but that doesn't mean it is a well executed gritty and mature storytelling.

    And perhaps worst of all, is the inconsistency in Marvel's world building. How can Daredevil, who lives in a world were collateral damage is real and heavy and the bad guys are palpably cruel and malicious, exist in the same universe as the campy Avenger's? What is Spider-Man going to do if he crosses paths with Wilson Fisk, crack a joke and hope his popularity keeps him alive?    … Expand
  80. toadvines
    Jan 12, 2017
    3
    BORING! This starts of good. So much so it made me go out and buy some Daredevil comics. Four episodes in and it's looking shaky. 7 episodes in I'm bored to tears, but assuming it will pick up by the end - NEWSFLASH it doesn't. Just DULL DULL DULL. Everyone talks about 'that' fight scene in the corridor. Is that the only memorable thing in 10 hours of content? I cant remember because itBORING! This starts of good. So much so it made me go out and buy some Daredevil comics. Four episodes in and it's looking shaky. 7 episodes in I'm bored to tears, but assuming it will pick up by the end - NEWSFLASH it doesn't. Just DULL DULL DULL. Everyone talks about 'that' fight scene in the corridor. Is that the only memorable thing in 10 hours of content? I cant remember because it was all so DULL. When The Kingpin was introduced I was thinking "now here's a great and unique villain". But by the end he was just a boring as everyone else. And Foggy Nelson and his Missus were just irritating as heck. I was really rooting for them two to get killed off by the end.… Expand
  81. TFL
    Jul 30, 2016
    2
    I have never met a bunch of whiny, self loathing characters in my life on one tv show. The only ones I can watch are the nurse, reporter, and the lawyer for Fisk. I just can't sit through this show. Foggy and the secretary have got to go, especially Foggy. I never saw so much self-righteous indignation in my life. The shows premise is good but I just can't watch the characters. Thanks! St. Francis
  82. jeff12
    Dec 16, 2016
    1
    I really tried watching the first episode, i do not get why everyone is giving it all these rave reviews? The show is shot so much in the dark, you might as well be blind to watch it. How about gettting some light on the set.
  83. MCritic12
    Oct 14, 2016
    0
    I have never seen so many unlikable main characters in a show. The writing for it is god-awful and very predictable. I have never rooted for a villain so much to kill the "good" guys and at the same time you know that none of the annoying "good" guys will die no matter how ridiculous the plot is and their circumstances are. I watched the entire first season and hated every minute of it.I have never seen so many unlikable main characters in a show. The writing for it is god-awful and very predictable. I have never rooted for a villain so much to kill the "good" guys and at the same time you know that none of the annoying "good" guys will die no matter how ridiculous the plot is and their circumstances are. I watched the entire first season and hated every minute of it. Wanted to see if something exiting happened but no. You already know exactly who isn't going to die and exactly whats going to happen. Worst acting I have ever seen in a super hero movie too.… Expand
  84. Broyax
    Jan 10, 2017
    0
    Les films de "super-héros" sont en général de véritables punitions mais se rattrapent aux branches grâce à leurs effets spéciaux (rien dans le sac, tout dans la gueule). Or, les transformer en séries à petit budget et à la réalisation bon marché les privent de toute espérance. Les super débilos s'écrasent alors par terre lamentablement (les pauvres !) et font une telle peine qu'on leurLes films de "super-héros" sont en général de véritables punitions mais se rattrapent aux branches grâce à leurs effets spéciaux (rien dans le sac, tout dans la gueule). Or, les transformer en séries à petit budget et à la réalisation bon marché les privent de toute espérance. Les super débilos s'écrasent alors par terre lamentablement (les pauvres !) et font une telle peine qu'on leur jette deux balles pour qu'ils puissent aller au macdo.

    Ce Daredevil en est un retentissant exemple et outre sa naïveté et sa bêtise inhérentes au genre (celles des "comics" et des films surexploités) ainsi que sa pauvreté d'écriture (on ne doit vraisemblablement leur donner que quelques feuilles de pet-cul pour torcher chaque épisode voire même chaque saison) la réalisation est un mélange de Julie Lescaut et Plus belle la vie.

    C'est dire la "tension" qu'une telle série dégage tandis qu'on s'efforce de maintenir un niveau d'attention ou un niveau de veille suffisant pour ne pas piquer du nez toutes les deux minutes. D'ailleurs, une autre comparaison me vient à l'esprit (ou bien une autre idée poétique et chiatique) : j'ai l'impression de me retrouver devant des épisodes de Derrick ou Private practice sauf que Derrick irradie d'un charisme tchernobylien en comparaison (!) de cette andouille vide de Daredevil.

    C'est tellement archi-super-naze qu'au bout d'un seul épisode, on croit avoir visionné une saison entière ; alors une saison entière... on tombe dans le coma !!    … Expand
  85. oceanbluedxb
    Nov 4, 2018
    0
    Daredevil - Season 3 definitely one of the worst season. There are so many plot holes in the storyline, Terrible direction making it more of a "cheesy season" I laughed when the agent addressed Fisk as " KINGPIN" the direction was sure immature & laughable at that scene! Episode Karen was absolutely **** and totally unnecessary. Bullseye at one point of time is stopped by Karen - FUNNYDaredevil - Season 3 definitely one of the worst season. There are so many plot holes in the storyline, Terrible direction making it more of a "cheesy season" I laughed when the agent addressed Fisk as " KINGPIN" the direction was sure immature & laughable at that scene! Episode Karen was absolutely **** and totally unnecessary. Bullseye at one point of time is stopped by Karen - FUNNY THING INSTEAD OF GOING AFTER DAREDEVIL he exists the church & comes back again ??? Huge plot mistake !!! He should have just gone after Daredevil. In the latter part of the series, they have shown FISK had arranged Agent Nadeem's sister's health policy to be revoked? Come on its so cheesy & overdone. It was so laughable some of the scenes. The season focused so much on Foggy & Karen with less talking to Daredevil !!! In one of the episodes, Agent Nadeem tells Daredevil " you have lost so much" BIG FLAW as Agent Nadeem does not know what Daredevil has lost ! Very bad direction they were trying to get the audience emotionally inclined to Daredevil's character :-( Bullseye ( Dexter ) scenes are so cheesy specially when he is interacting with Agent Nadeem after he is identified such a joke & overly done… Expand
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#53 Best TV Season of 2018
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#92 Most Shared TV Season of 2018

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Liz Shannon Miller
    Apr 13, 2015
    83
    It's rich with character development, don't get me wrong--honestly, there's a point where you almost feel that you understand the supervillain better than the superhero--and offers up a lot of entertainment along the way. It's just not "The Wire."
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Margaret Lyons
    Apr 10, 2015
    50
    It's competently assembled but ultimately sort of hollow.
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  3. The Daily Beast
    Reviewed by: Nick Schager
    Apr 10, 2015
    80
    Some of the show’s episode-by-episode plot threads do come across as perfunctory filler. And Daredevil has a tendency to stretch out its conversational scenes to the point of enervation, especially with regard to Fisk’s attempts to romance an art gallery owner (played by Man of Steel’s Ayelet Zurer). However, the show makes up for those missteps with its clear and compelling voice.
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