Marvel's Iron Fist

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 17, 2017
Season #: 2, 1
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6.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1318 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 758 out of 1318
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  3. Negative: 368 out of 1318
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  1. A7sus4
    Mar 22, 2017
    6
    Originally an 8 with this to say: I'm not sure what the critics or their army of trustees were watching, but this is equally as good as the other 3 Defenders introduced thus far. The style here suits the character and setting. The story is compelling from episode one, and the action is fast and complex/advanced. The cast so far has been terrific. Finally, as usual, if you're payingOriginally an 8 with this to say: I'm not sure what the critics or their army of trustees were watching, but this is equally as good as the other 3 Defenders introduced thus far. The style here suits the character and setting. The story is compelling from episode one, and the action is fast and complex/advanced. The cast so far has been terrific. Finally, as usual, if you're paying attention you can catch continuity and writing goofs. If you enjoyed the other 3 you'll enjoy this one. Sadly I can't help but think critics panned this because its a rich white guy and not a blind man, a woman, or a minority, but that's the world we live in.

    After finishing: Sadly the series gets worse as it goes and the ending is a total disappointment. It never hits terrible as a 37 would suggest (although perhaps the last episode does), but it's definitely nothing better than mediocre. The writing goofs build up, Danny's development is too uneven and does not reflect 15 years of hard training in Kun Lun. At the end of the day not a single character really seems to have the power of solid reasoning or even the slightest bit of foresight.    … Expand
  2. TheQuietGamer
    Apr 3, 2017
    6
    While it's definitely the weakest thing to come from the MCU since Iron Man 2, Iron Fist isn't devoid of fun. It's just that it seems like a lot less effort went into it compared to the things that have come before. Almost like the people behind it said "people are eating up all these superhero shows and movies lately, so we don't really have to try. Especially since this is a MarvelWhile it's definitely the weakest thing to come from the MCU since Iron Man 2, Iron Fist isn't devoid of fun. It's just that it seems like a lot less effort went into it compared to the things that have come before. Almost like the people behind it said "people are eating up all these superhero shows and movies lately, so we don't really have to try. Especially since this is a Marvel character. It's practically guaranteed to succeed!" It's this kind of thinking that shines through in several key areas such as casting and writing. There's still some kung-fu cheesiness to keep us going and it shows another side of the MCU by giving us a longer stay into the lives of it's newest hero. It even expands the overall lore. It just doesn't hold a candle to the other Marvel Netflix series.

    Probably the biggest issue comes from Danny Rand himself. He's just not very believable as a hero. This is partially due to the writing's portrayal of the character. He's less kung fu master and more airheaded rich boy. Danny has a rather irritating habit of barging into people's lives and expecting them to just drop everything to help him out because his daddy owned a company. Apparently being raised by monks for 15 or so years didn't help him lose that sense of entitlement that comes with having a lot of money. That's not to say he's unlikable though. In fact, at times his naivety and genuine sweetness is outright charming in a natural way. Danny is at his most likable when he's doing things like absent mindedly making an origami flower for his secretary while talking to her. It's a shame he can't sell the fighter part.

    Another reason the Iron Fist ends up being the weakest part of his own show is due to the fact that the performance of Finn Jones also leaves a bit to be desired. It's like they picked him based off of his looks as opposed to actual ability to play the character. To be honest the acting is pretty weak all around. Everybody is just kind of phoning it in for that Marvel money. Well, that's not entirely true. Jessica Henwick and Tom Pelphrey are both enjoyable. Mostly because they are given the strongest writing.

    As far as the actual plot goes, it too leaves something to be desired. The first half of the season can be kind of a drag as not much is happening outside of Danny having troubles being reintroduced to live in NY. It isn't until half way through that the action picks up. Even then it's often more interesting to watch the side-characters engage in boardroom politics than it is to see Danny struggle with his arch enemies "The Hand." There are still some compelling elements to that side of things though. Danny's PTSD from witnessing the death of his parents adds some more depth and the returning Wai Ching Ho as Madame Gao is just as fantastic as ever.

    The action isn't too bad either. Nowhere near as good as Daredevil though. The choreography could use some work here and there and like I said Jones just isn't very believable as a hero, much less one of the MCU's most skilled martial artists. There are still plenty of awesome fights though. Particularly whenever Henwick's character gets involved in some very exciting sword fights. It's all certainly much more exciting than watching Jessica Jones and Luke Cage awkwardly flip bad guys repeatedly.

    This is more of a cheesy martial arts movie that a full-fledged and polished entry into the MCU. It's evident not as much care went into this as with the previous MCU shows. The choreography is lacking, the writing can get pretty hokey, and it's miscast is several key ears. Yet, at the end of the day I didn't find it to be an outright abomination. In fact it can be pretty fun. It's just that you really have to be into the whole superhero thing to put up with it's more glaring flaws, of which there are an obscene amount for something baring MCU connections.    … Expand
  3. Rtheom
    Mar 30, 2017
    6
    Just don't even watch the first 3 episodes of Iron Fist. They're awkward, boring, and by the end of the season, you're really wondering why they weren't just a 15 minute sequence at the beginning of episode 4. Once you get past episode 3, the show picks up quite a bit, but Danny's lack of maturity throughout the whole thing does get a little grating.

    Ultimately, not as bad as the    Just don't even watch the first 3 episodes of Iron Fist. They're awkward, boring, and by the end of the season, you're really wondering why they weren't just a 15 minute sequence at the beginning of episode 4. Once you get past episode 3, the show picks up quite a bit, but Danny's lack of maturity throughout the whole thing does get a little grating.

    Ultimately, not as bad as the critics made it out to be, but definitely the worst of the Marvel's series from Netflix. Worth watching if you've watched the others and plan to watch the crossover series, but definitely a pass by itself.    … Expand
  4. GodoteX
    Nov 18, 2017
    6
    Great show. I dont know why that many of bad reviews. Acting is great, story is good. The biggest weakness of this series are, unfortunately, fight scene. Editing a.k.a. disease Parkinson (like **** residents movie) when in this type of movie where important is martial arts they should take examples of stables long shots like Daredevil or John Wick.
  5. JohnWitten
    May 2, 2017
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s no secret that I have a healthy amount of respect for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in both its silver screen and small screen iterations and adaptations. The films do the things that they do right and the grittier, believable, down-to-earth television adaptations do what they do right. I’ve been a fan of the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, Power Girl, and Luke Cage- but now the time comes for me to deliver my verdict on the last of New York City’s would-be ‘Defenders.’

    Iron Fist is easily the weakest link in the otherwise spectacular story that has been Daredevil seasons one and two, Jessica Jones, and Luke Cage thus far. Iron Fist is one of the stronger heroes ironically and yet the weakest of the stories. It is, at its base, a story of vengeance and betrayal as have been the others and yet it misses the most steps and is inevitably the dumbest of all five to this date in terms of the writing and human quality. Don’t get me wrong, Danny Rand’s story still features some excellent characters like the ever recurring Claire Temple (Rosario Dawson) and Jeri Hogarth (Carrie-Anne Moss), enigmatic and villainous Madame Gao (Wai Ching Ho), and newcomer Colleen Wing (Jessica Henwick).

    The pacing and story have been up and down in each of the MCU television shows so far, and yet for the most part I’ve found myself enjoying their stories and the massive amount of time, effort, and lore involved in each project. All of them are slowly meshing together in anticipation for The Defenders and I honestly cannot wait to see the might of four unlikely teammates pitted against the always dark and shady Hand. Both seasons of Daredevil were phenomenal and easily started the network show formula off in the strongest possible way, but as much as I loved Wilson Fisk I adored Jessica Jones’ David Tennant-played Kilgrave even more for his quirks and flaws. Luke Cage is an excellent study in lifestyle and the effects violence and education and other things can have upon people and their families, but it had a very typical Marvel problem in that it couldn’t firmly establish a “big bad” or make you extremely invested in most of the conflict.

    Whereas each of the first three heroes’ stories are strong to me in their own unique ways, Iron Fist is the proverbial black sheep in that it largely falls flat where the others have held strong in every way before. Then again, even with the quality being the same or similar to the other projects, who could’ve thought that even Marvel would go five for five in such a short time span and churn out critical acclaim once more? Iron Fist is far from terrible, it just needs to gain its footing in the future and allow us a chance to better grow alongside and get to know the character. A lot of this first season is spent talking about things versus showing them, particularly where Danny Rand’s backstory comes into play. And with film or television this is all well and good but eventually people are going to want to see things play out rather than hear needless exposition dump after needless exposition dump.

    In an extended and connected universe on the small screen alone where we’ve been blessed with the likes of Mahershala Ali and Rosario Dawson and Jon Bernthal who’ve been side characters with more story and connectivity than some series’ main character even have, it’s been a real letdown to only meet one or two new side story characters whose arcs are even of interest. Of course Madame Gao and her sect of The Hand has the continued interest that any previously unknown enigma offers, yet the only two memorable characters that were newly introduced in Iron Fist were Colleen Wing and Bakuto, perhaps even Ward Meachum as a distant third. The majority of the others fell flat including Danny Rand himself, and others that would’ve been even more interesting- such as Davos or Joy, found themselves sidelined too often to be of much interest.

    All things said and done, I’ve tried to mostly avoid specific spoilers as best as I can here. It is my hope that whether or not you enjoy or even like superhero genre stories, you give Marvel’s network universe a chance. Unlike the CW’s DCU or even Marvel’s Agents of Shield or Agent Carter, these series are a lot more down to earth, believable, and quirky. Each hero has their flaws, each of them is after all only human. Each story isn’t about saving the world but rather the people that matter and the daily personal conflicts that everybody must go through. It’s not always fun to watch the characters struggle and go through hell but it sure is dark, vibrant, and violent and time and time again that’s been proven to be what show-watchers love.    … Expand
  6. marcmyworks
    Mar 23, 2017
    6
    Iron Fist has the unfortunate task as being the final series before each hero accumulates in "The Defenders". It sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. Danny Rand is an innocent character with not much depth and therefore is not as compelling as the people around him. The inner workings of the enemy also is not really fleshed out and at times can be confusing. Overall not a bad show, butIron Fist has the unfortunate task as being the final series before each hero accumulates in "The Defenders". It sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. Danny Rand is an innocent character with not much depth and therefore is not as compelling as the people around him. The inner workings of the enemy also is not really fleshed out and at times can be confusing. Overall not a bad show, but far from being as great as its predecessors.… Expand
  7. McGillotine
    Mar 17, 2017
    6
    Where it is certainally better than the second half of Netflixs last marvel show, Luke Cage. Iron fist is unfortunately the product of a formula that is begining to show some wear and tear. This becomes even more unfortunate with Netflix's answer to The Avengers, The Defenders being right around the corner. But never the less onto the topic at hand, Iron Fist is by no means a bad show andWhere it is certainally better than the second half of Netflixs last marvel show, Luke Cage. Iron fist is unfortunately the product of a formula that is begining to show some wear and tear. This becomes even more unfortunate with Netflix's answer to The Avengers, The Defenders being right around the corner. But never the less onto the topic at hand, Iron Fist is by no means a bad show and while the plot is wishy washy, the villian uncompeling, side characters coming out flat and with moments of character development missing, the preformances of Iron Fists leads in particular Finn Jones and Jessica Henwick make the entire show enjoyable so don't take this 6/10 rating by any means of the show being awful in the slightest.

    Coming into the Netflix marvel party last, Danny Rand aka Iron Fist is the more magical entry into the series, taking a page from Doctor Stranges playbook in establishing the idea of channeled inner engry and how it can be used to harness certain otherworldly attributes. Now Danny Rand as a person is complicated, down to earth in one moment and portrayed with extreme rage and hostility in the next moment and while the attitute of the character is by no means Jones fault, who has recieved major flak in reviews, some even using the actors skin color to enhance their level of criticism, i say that he does at fine job at what he does even if the writing is always on his side. At his side is colleen wing portrayed by Jessica Henwick who i find the writing is more favourable towards in giving her the memorable fight sequences at the start of the series and quickly establishing her into an independent character that is easy to watch and enjoy. On the other hand the supporting crew isnt all too interesting coming of as bland, hard to dicate and what is most key is overall boring to watch with characters such as Joy, Ward and Harold failing to create any means of character dynamic that actually benefits and improves the shows quality.

    While it may it not come close to kinging the proverbial top dog that is the remarkable first season of Daredevil, Iron fist give audiences two enjoyable lead that will leave audiences looking foward to seeing in The Defenders.    … Expand
  8. ozymandias79
    Mar 18, 2017
    6
    Iron Fist is the weakest of the Netflix-Marvel series but it isn't terrible (like Legion). Most of the action is lackluster, and some performances could be better. Netflix should have thrown more talent at this show behind the scenes. The lead needs more martial arts training and the music wasn't utilized properly. Maybe the deficiencies are because Iron Fist is a lesser known character,Iron Fist is the weakest of the Netflix-Marvel series but it isn't terrible (like Legion). Most of the action is lackluster, and some performances could be better. Netflix should have thrown more talent at this show behind the scenes. The lead needs more martial arts training and the music wasn't utilized properly. Maybe the deficiencies are because Iron Fist is a lesser known character, but Jessica Jones was pretty much unknown before her rather good TV series. Hopefully the savaging from critics will ensure something like this doesn't happen again.… Expand
  9. revelc
    Mar 17, 2017
    6
    Predictable plot, a bit overly exaggerated, and it slowly turn into a tedious and boring show. Personally I think 6 episodes more than enough (remember Into the Badlands?). Iron Fist such a great character, but I don't think the series do justice to the character. If you're new to superheroes tv series, try something else like Legion (Fox) or Daredevil (Netflix). Iron Fist has so manyPredictable plot, a bit overly exaggerated, and it slowly turn into a tedious and boring show. Personally I think 6 episodes more than enough (remember Into the Badlands?). Iron Fist such a great character, but I don't think the series do justice to the character. If you're new to superheroes tv series, try something else like Legion (Fox) or Daredevil (Netflix). Iron Fist has so many awesome moves in Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3, why can't he goes ham like that.… Expand
  10. SquadPoop
    Mar 21, 2017
    6
    Lets get something straight, Iron Fist isn't terrible. It isn't awful, its not good though either. This show suffers from the same problem the back half of Luke Cage suffers from, except here we have 13 episodes instead of 6. The story presented here could easily be told in 8 episodes instead of 13. I believe they should have made this show shorter and make Defenders 13 episodes instead.Lets get something straight, Iron Fist isn't terrible. It isn't awful, its not good though either. This show suffers from the same problem the back half of Luke Cage suffers from, except here we have 13 episodes instead of 6. The story presented here could easily be told in 8 episodes instead of 13. I believe they should have made this show shorter and make Defenders 13 episodes instead. Finn Jones needs work here, his rendition of Iron Fist isn't perfect, he seems to not really know how to portray him, so it becomes confused and all over the place. Danny wants back in his company, and we spend a couple episodes about it, but then, he seemingly wants nothing to do with it afterwards, he barely shows up to meetings, and refuses to listen to board members, which makes you think what was the point of it? The show's dialogue is fine, but the story is jumbled. There is no clear antagonist either, which is really upsetting, we jump back and forth between possible villains only for them to be axed off a few episodes later. Its not a bad show, but its confusing and doesn't really know what it wants to be. I'm noticing a trend with the Marvel Netflix shows as of late. Both Daredevil season 2, Luke Cage, and now Iron Fist all have issues with keeping a coherent story. Hopefully Defenders will fix this with just 8 episodes. But i'd still recommend this show, its necessary for Defenders, and it does have some good in it. Just not perfect.… Expand
  11. elyh
    Mar 29, 2017
    6
    i prefer this show to the 3 previous entries (luke cage, DD, JJ) & it's way more dynamic. iron fist is a more intresting super hero, their's the bruce wayne angle, the bruce lee angle, and his powers are cool. Some of the fight scenes are a bit pathetic but still i like the intrigue.

    Yeah there's a real problem in this show with the fight scenes, Fist doesn't really use his powers    i prefer this show to the 3 previous entries (luke cage, DD, JJ) & it's way more dynamic. iron fist is a more intresting super hero, their's the bruce wayne angle, the bruce lee angle, and his powers are cool. Some of the fight scenes are a bit pathetic but still i like the intrigue.

    Yeah there's a real problem in this show with the fight scenes, Fist doesn't really use his powers often... and he lacks agression for a "living weapon". Still I find it better than the previous netflix shows. Would of been better if they made only ten episodes.    … Expand
  12. avaz74
    Mar 19, 2017
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am not sure what show the critics were watching, but I really feel they missed the mark. Not every character needs to be dark and gritty. Finn Jones nails the combination of earnestness, naivete, and warrior-monk spirit that are Iron Fist. I honestly had no idea that he would get what makes the character so special in the comics. Iron Fist isn't your typical batman/wolverine/daredevil/cage/jessica jones hardcase superhero and should'n't be played as such. Jessica Henwick also is an awesome Colleen Wing as are the Meachums.
    The story had me hooked and I actually enjoy the slow boil of the show as Danny finds his place in NY. A few other things I loved about the show:
    1. The very different fighting styles - Danny's style is very internally focused, very different than what we have seen so far in most shows. Tai Chi, Wing Chun. Maybe some Bagua ? . . . very cool mixing up the fighting styles of each Defender.
    2. Homage to the 70's kung fu flicks. Some Heroes of the East in there with the Japanese vs. Chinese styles as well as others . . .
    3. Some great character placement from the comics. Loved seeing the Netflix take on Bride of Nine Spiders . .
    At any rate - I was seriously worried after reading the early reviews - I am SO glad I went to watch it myself.    … Expand
  13. dell221
    Mar 25, 2017
    6
    lots of action but the fight scene seem to slow. he never used the iron fist on both hands. he never put his costume on either. night nurse over stayed her welcome once again. this could have been a lot better show if they stuck more to the comics and cartoons.
  14. kotymba
    Mar 23, 2017
    6
    This TV series not as bad as critics claimed it, but it is also not as good as Marvel fanboys defend it. I liked acting performance, picture, sometimes music and even intro. Also main character is interesting, I liked him more than Luke Cage and Jessica Johns. But all other stuff is boring: marshal arts, plot and even idea! Seams like Netflix made Iron Fist asap in order not to postponeThis TV series not as bad as critics claimed it, but it is also not as good as Marvel fanboys defend it. I liked acting performance, picture, sometimes music and even intro. Also main character is interesting, I liked him more than Luke Cage and Jessica Johns. But all other stuff is boring: marshal arts, plot and even idea! Seams like Netflix made Iron Fist asap in order not to postpone "The Defenders".… Expand
  15. Progeny
    Mar 17, 2017
    6
    I find it strange that people who claim to be fans of the comic also comment on how true to the comic this show is... regardless the changes in the story are well done in my opinion. Henwick, Dawson, and Stroup played their roles really well, and at times carry the show. Wenham is just a great villain, and Pelphrey brought some nuance to a difficult character to play - I can't overstateI find it strange that people who claim to be fans of the comic also comment on how true to the comic this show is... regardless the changes in the story are well done in my opinion. Henwick, Dawson, and Stroup played their roles really well, and at times carry the show. Wenham is just a great villain, and Pelphrey brought some nuance to a difficult character to play - I can't overstate how well he played this character... Now for Jones... I don't know if he can't act his way out of a paperbag, or if all the other "supporting characters" were so good that he seemed... lacking. There was no gradient between the childlike idealist, the trained warrior, and the rage-filled man who never had a childhood... It was face-palm worthy at times. The fight scenes aren't realistic (depending on the attacker street fights follow a similar form), and the choreography (in the classical kung fu movie sense) is meh. Overall an OK show, and I think as a part of a team with more compelling characters Iron Fist will do just fine.… Expand
  16. MrBurntSienna
    Jul 26, 2017
    6
    While not nearly as good as amazing as the other netlix series Marvel has produced, Iron Fist offers something different, which is good. The cast is strong, while Finn Jones is a great actor and does his best, he cannot save the poor writing and characterization of Danny Rand, whom the writers just did not know how to create. Colleen Wing is the show stealer here, she just oozes withWhile not nearly as good as amazing as the other netlix series Marvel has produced, Iron Fist offers something different, which is good. The cast is strong, while Finn Jones is a great actor and does his best, he cannot save the poor writing and characterization of Danny Rand, whom the writers just did not know how to create. Colleen Wing is the show stealer here, she just oozes with charisma and bad-assery, making her one of the most interesting characters in the show. The Meachums, who start off somewhat weak, eventually improve, to show how interesting the dynamic between the three of them are. The action scenes, while not as good as Daredevil, have their moments, and some are genuinely great. Honestly, it's hard not to smile with glee the first time Danny ignites that fist, because you know something or someone is going to be pummeled.

    The show is a slow burn, and if you do not like slow shows, than you will most likely not enjoy Iron Fist. It's hard to not admit being 5 episodes in and wondering; "Where is the kung-fu ass kicking in this adaptation of Marvel's Martial Artist?" The critics aren't always right, but they aren't wrong either, Iron Fist has its flaws, without a doubt. The writing is noticeably and consistently mediocre, which is not helped by the show's sluggish pace. The biggest problem with Iron Fist isn't it's slow pacing, which it undoubtedly shares with Marvel's 3 other Netflix Outings. No, it's the fact that what's happening isn't nearly as interesting as the other shows; Daredevil had engaging court room drama, Jessica Jones had stories of survival, Luke Cage dealt with the complex situation of African-Americans in Harlem. Iron Fist's non fighting scenes were mostly... court room litigation for the first half, even past that point. You would be hard pressed to say that the show wasn't boring at times, and that the plot felt as if it was going nowhere.

    It would be a lie to say this series was perfect, it definitely has it's drawbacks, some, certain people can't overlook. However, it would also be a crime to sell the series short of it's cool fight scenes, fun characters and world-building elements borrowed from the comics. People will like different things and that's more than ok, that's great. The fact that the controversy surrounding Iron Fist is more talked about than the series itself is unnerving. People accusing the show with every buzz word/phrase possible is as annoying as the people who say representation isn't important. Iron Fist teaches the lesson that people whose first instinct when confronted with adversity, is to fight, are at a fault, and that it's unhealthy. It's interesting how the show's conveyed themes, should be adopted by the people who surround it, and critique it. You can take comfort in knowing that the things that do work very well, such as Jones and Henwick as the leads, will be carried over to this summer's Defenders. Meaning, that the negative aspect of the show will be left in the past, to not hinder the future, of Marvel, or Iron Fist in general.    … Expand
  17. Mission_Creep
    Mar 19, 2017
    6
    THIS SHOW IS NOT A ZERO. It's also not The Wire.
    Watch it if you're into Marvel and plan on watching Defenders. If you are not a comic book geek or only into great TV, give it a pass.
    This is basically an 80's movie where a martial artist fights gangs, with less action and no T&A. It's a perfectly fine show, but it's not a stellar one. 6 out of 10 is fine. It's okay. It's all right. It's    THIS SHOW IS NOT A ZERO. It's also not The Wire.
    Watch it if you're into Marvel and plan on watching Defenders. If you are not a comic book geek or only into great TV, give it a pass.
    This is basically an 80's movie where a martial artist fights gangs, with less action and no T&A. It's a perfectly fine show, but it's not a stellar one. 6 out of 10 is fine. It's okay. It's all right. It's meh. It's not great, but it's not bad.
    I think there are a couple good performances, and then other acting that is more uneven, but I'm fairly picky and it never bothered me enough to roll my eyes or scoff.
    I've watched every Marvel series twice but I'll only be watching Iron Fist once. I don't regret watching it, I just don't need to see it again.    … Expand
  18. Whatfer
    Mar 18, 2017
    6
    I am not sure how this ended up being such an inferior show to the other MarvelFlix offerings, but it is. Casting, most of the cast is Ok, but casting the Knight of Flowers, Loras Tyrell was a mistake, he cannot carry this show. He comes off as a moody hipster, seems like he should be berating my choice in coffee not saving NY from the Hand.
    Action, I can't even fathom how we went from    I am not sure how this ended up being such an inferior show to the other MarvelFlix offerings, but it is. Casting, most of the cast is Ok, but casting the Knight of Flowers, Loras Tyrell was a mistake, he cannot carry this show. He comes off as a moody hipster, seems like he should be berating my choice in coffee not saving NY from the Hand.
    Action, I can't even fathom how we went from DareDevil level fight scenes, some of the best fights outside of film, to this. They are as bad as the CW superhero shows. Sloppy editing to cover for actors who are bad at the choreography.
    its just not up to snuff with the other Netflix shows. Its not a BAD show, its just a perfectly average show.    … Expand
  19. marj666
    Mar 21, 2017
    6
    it is watchable but I would not recommend it to anybody , it does not give me good fights to enjoy and story is mehhh , Netflix fails to bring the show to the level where i will be waiting for the next season to arrive ,
  20. negrocritic
    Apr 14, 2017
    6
    mediocrity, mediocrity, mediocrity, not bad, mediocrity, below mediocre, mediocrity, more mediocrity, even more mediocrity, oh my goodness the mediocrity isn't stopping, MEDIOCRITY...
  21. Spydar71
    Sep 15, 2017
    6
    I, for the most part, liked the show. I did not like the main actors portrayal. There is just something weak in his performance as the young Rand. He is nice on the eyes and all, but I just don't get the feel that he is a kung fu master. He seems too young and I dunno, it just didn't work for me. The story was good, and I loved all the supporting actors, I just didn't like Finn Jones.I, for the most part, liked the show. I did not like the main actors portrayal. There is just something weak in his performance as the young Rand. He is nice on the eyes and all, but I just don't get the feel that he is a kung fu master. He seems too young and I dunno, it just didn't work for me. The story was good, and I loved all the supporting actors, I just didn't like Finn Jones. And it has nothing to do with any of the "white savior" crap, which is how the source material goes. He just didn't really exude a master of martial arts to me. I'd rather see him used as a supporting role for the other characters and see Iron Fist replaced by his Colleen and Misty and their "Daughters of the Dragon" adventures. I will watch season 2, I liked all other aspects of the show, Just not Finn. Sorry guy, either you flopped on your acting or the writes missed the mark on your character. I just think they need to grow you up a bit in the show. Otherwise Iron Fist comes across like a whiney rich kid.… Expand
  22. Cineflux
    Sep 11, 2018
    6
    It's better than the first season (and defender) so there is still hope for Netflix's marvel.
  23. MarvelJoe
    Mar 9, 2018
    6
    I understand the story but the action and the story itself was too bland. Iron Fist was a bit of a brat in this show and it needs a better writer. It's okay but it also has a bad taste itself.
  24. JACK15q
    May 25, 2020
    6
    Its alright.... The main problem I have with this is that theirs so much filler which makes it long and boring. If it was shorter I would actually like it a lot more.
  25. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    6
    The weakest series (except The Defenders), but it's not as bad as they say.
  26. Super-Evil-DOOM
    Mar 19, 2017
    5
    This is sad. I can't think of any of the many things Iron Fist tries to do, being done well. It's not funny, the drama's hammy, the action feels like a rehearsal more than it feels like a fight, story is all over the place with a ton of dumb characters that lack depth and motivations, all following behind one of the most miscast, poorly written, unlikable leads for a superhero propertyThis is sad. I can't think of any of the many things Iron Fist tries to do, being done well. It's not funny, the drama's hammy, the action feels like a rehearsal more than it feels like a fight, story is all over the place with a ton of dumb characters that lack depth and motivations, all following behind one of the most miscast, poorly written, unlikable leads for a superhero property that we've seen in quite some time. I wish this show was good or even great. I wish it didn't feel like a chore to sit through, but there are far too many flaws and hardly any good moments to counter-balance the weight. Iron Fist is Marvel Studios and Marvel/Netflix's first true failure.… Expand
  27. skohl
    Mar 31, 2017
    5
    UPDATED REVIEW: Score adjusted from 8 to 5.

    What I wrote originally is still true, but only for the first 1/3 or so of the show. Hence it gets 5/10 for being half good. The writing and casting falls off drastically. I think the Meachums are wonderfully casted, I love them, and Harold is my favourite character. But the guy they have playing Davos has zero charisma, and he is a main    UPDATED REVIEW: Score adjusted from 8 to 5.

    What I wrote originally is still true, but only for the first 1/3 or so of the show. Hence it gets 5/10 for being half good. The writing and casting falls off drastically. I think the Meachums are wonderfully casted, I love them, and Harold is my favourite character. But the guy they have playing Davos has zero charisma, and he is a main character. Bokuto in particular is terrible, as he's just not convincing as who he's supposed to be.

    The writing takes a dive too. Danny Rand goes from being a boyish and carefree kung fu master (with a mean streak) who doesn't take no for an answer, to a whiny wuss. I thought I was watching a show called 'Iron Fist', not 'Weepy Fuccboi'. And he repeatedly has close fights with random guys who he should destroy in seconds. He's been training for decades! He's the goddamn Iron Fist!

    I'm also sick and tired of Rosario Dawson's character. At one point she literally says, "It's never okay to kill someone." Why is the Immortal Iron Fist heeding the words of this woman? I want to see him ruthlessly destroy his enemies, not grapple with a manufactured moral dilemma that doesn't even make sense.

    I still think it's worth checking out because the beginning of the show is fascinating in that it presents a mystery to be unraveled regarding the circumstances of Danny Rand's tragic past. Also because every moment Harold Meachum is on screen is the **** best. But the show's promise of an interesting plot is just not delivered on.

    Original review follows:

    -The show is not slow paced. It's actually a complex, layered narrative with thriller, mystery, and crime drama elements in addition to action. The writing and pacing is one of its strongest points.

    -The cast is excellent including Finn Jones. It's another aspect of the show that was criticized the most despite being one of its strongest points. Though I don't like Jessica Henwick's character - she's lovely and does a fine job, but I would personally prefer if her character was a bro and the love interest was someone else.

    -The action is the same heavily choreographed style of Daredevil, which isn't my favourite. However a few things make it really enjoyable for me: 1. The acrobatic maneuvers, 2. How he controls his inner chi and the effect that has on fights and other situations, and 3. The Iron Fist power. They drip feed this to you and every time it happens it is fvcking awesome!

    -Something I don't see anyone talking about is how Danny Rand goes where he wants. If he wants to see what someone is doing he just follows them and infiltrates structures which I find highly entertaining as I didn't expect this type of action to be in the show.

    Cliffs notes: Solid show with great writing, casting, acting, and action. The premise is totally different from Daredevil/Luke Cage/Jessica Jones which appeals a lot more to me. If you like kung fu movies you have to check this one out.

    Finally a note on the negative press this show has received: It's bizarre that it doesn't have a single green review from the mainstream media. There's no rational explanation for that other than a political agenda, which is kind of scary.    … Expand
  28. Goo4you
    Jun 1, 2017
    5
    Slow plodding tedious dialogue interspersed within the confines of a creeping to the finish line story arc make Iron Fist a slog of show to watch. Add in the generally basic fight choreography and you have Marvel's 1st t.v dud.

    Of course this show is going to be compared to it predecessors, but try and look at it as a stand alone and nothing really changes. The plot is transparent and    Slow plodding tedious dialogue interspersed within the confines of a creeping to the finish line story arc make Iron Fist a slog of show to watch. Add in the generally basic fight choreography and you have Marvel's 1st t.v dud.

    Of course this show is going to be compared to it predecessors, but try and look at it as a stand alone and nothing really changes. The plot is transparent and generic, the relationship(s) are negatively strained. There is less tension between the characters and more obvious added tension because someone told the writers of this show to add a lot more "TENSION" (it's forced to the point of absurdity).

    The actual "Iron fist" effect might be the most reprehensible and laughable to come from ANY of the comic book IP's. This effect equates to pressing a flashlight into your palm and seeing the light come out the other side (oohhh! I can see my veins and bones!!). I was what 8 years old when I figured out that, why make this, the first actual visual effect in the tv marvel properties be so underwhelming.

    The cast is for the most part doing the best they can with what they have, but there is just so much one can do with a shallow,vapid script; which is almost formulaic. More could have been done with the final standalone show before the defenders come together.
    In truth, I would have rather they went with a standalone Punisher story and have him fill the role, since they have already dedicated air time and resources to the character even if this is a departure from the comics. At least then, they wouldn't have to ham fist another story in because "that's the way it is in the comics.

    If you enjoy Marvel, you'll watch this. If you've watched all the other Netflix Marvel stuff, you'll watch this...but most likely not enjoy it. Here's to The Defenders fixing the bad taste Iron fist left in my mouth.    … Expand
  29. georgio
    Apr 4, 2017
    5
    Ironfist is an epitome of mediocre TV Show. Mediocre acting, mediocre fight scenes and mediocre writing - with occasional flashes of brilliance as well as WTF moments. If you really need to kill some time and you are fan of Marvel universe then by all means watch it. Otherwise avoid.
  30. Kordun
    Mar 20, 2017
    5
    For a kung fu master and master of the "Iron Fist", with years in study & training he had big problems against security guys. Also the hero gets always very angry, it seems that our hero did not take his lessons seriously in his dojo.

    Totally dubious that this is a master of somthing!!!!!!! This series is boring and is form my opinion the worst marvel season I have ever seen......I hope    For a kung fu master and master of the "Iron Fist", with years in study & training he had big problems against security guys. Also the hero gets always very angry, it seems that our hero did not take his lessons seriously in his dojo.

    Totally dubious that this is a master of somthing!!!!!!! This series is boring and is form my opinion the worst marvel season I have ever seen......I hope the next season gets better!    … Expand
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Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 21
  3. Negative: 11 out of 21
  1. Slate
    Reviewed by: Jonathan L. Fischer
    Mar 20, 2017
    30
    Unfortunately, the trouble with Iron Fist doesn’t end once you start actually watching the show, which like its character, is occasionally sweet, frequently maddening, and ultimately kind of lost in Marvel’s New York.
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  2. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Alex Abad-Santos
    Mar 20, 2017
    30
    The clunky dialogue often creates the sense that the show doesn’t trust its audience. ... Everyone fights the same, and no one looks interesting doing it.
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  3. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Mar 17, 2017
    60
    If Iron Fist pulls it punches in the originality department, it excels in thrilling martial arts action. [20 Mar - 2 Apr 2017, p.19]
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