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

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 758 out of 1318
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  1. Forza182
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    There is definitely something odd going on behind the scenes here. Why do all the critics hate this show? There's nothing bad about it whatsoever. It has the same tone as the past 3 Defender's shows (only lighter on the gore). Same pacing, same humour, same likeable characters, same awesome fight choreography... It's an absolute mystery why they can hate it SO MUCH. I understand a 6 or a 7There is definitely something odd going on behind the scenes here. Why do all the critics hate this show? There's nothing bad about it whatsoever. It has the same tone as the past 3 Defender's shows (only lighter on the gore). Same pacing, same humour, same likeable characters, same awesome fight choreography... It's an absolute mystery why they can hate it SO MUCH. I understand a 6 or a 7 if they find it boring, but 0-3/10? Must be joking. It's unusual for critics to hate on a show like this with such hatred and anger. Im positive there is something happening in the media with this show that we don't know about.… Expand
  2. garhent
    Mar 25, 2017
    10
    Excellent show. Stays true to the source material. Good fight scenes and had enough twists present where the show was not predictable, which is a huge selling point to me.
  3. norse
    May 7, 2017
    10
    I really don't get all the negative reviews. This is the first series in a while to capture my attention, precisely because of the paced storytelling and the really compelling acting - none of the protagonists are easy cliches, they all have their depths and reasonable agendas, and there is none of the "let me overexplain up front" BS that is so common to poorly written television.I really don't get all the negative reviews. This is the first series in a while to capture my attention, precisely because of the paced storytelling and the really compelling acting - none of the protagonists are easy cliches, they all have their depths and reasonable agendas, and there is none of the "let me overexplain up front" BS that is so common to poorly written television.

    Kudos to Marvel for getting this together, it's my favorite show so far.    … Expand
  4. Nomoremrniceguy
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    Ignore the critics, if you enjoyed the other Marvel/Netflix stuff then you will like this as well. I thought it better than Luke Cage and it gets better through the season.
  5. BillySpandex
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Once again, the "reviewers" put their politics ahead of critiquing a show/movie/game on its merits. Marvel's Iron Fist is a fantastic show, with great acting, but features a very underrated Marvel character. Finn Jones does wonders with the character, and the same can be said for Jessica Henwick.

    Do not listen to the critics, they're a bunch of idiots.
  6. valoiz
    Oct 12, 2017
    10
    Most of the negative reviews are cuz Iron Fist is white... really? i loved the series and he got a lot betterdoing action scenes halfway the season....
  7. SmashLampJaw
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    On the same level as the other shows. Really baffled by the hate for it, seems like a standard case of people who obsessively watched the others multiple times behind tired of the same thing. Just cause you gorged on cake doesn't mean cake is bad, kiddos.
  8. Arbusto
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    This show is really good and fun to watch. what is wrong with all those critics? good acting, fun story and very entertaining a little big like arrow, but its very solid and not bad. have fun and watch it
  9. webext
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    It's the most underrated show. It's really good. Almost like Daredevil. I don't understand how it's possible. There are a lot of good actors, some of them even from other Marvel shows. It's good iconic story about written character and good action scenes. It has to have 7/10, ok even 6 but not 3.
  10. nycchino
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Great show, idk what the critics are thinking. The show is a bit different action scenes could be better but definitely still awesome. If you like all of the other marvel Netflix series, you shouldn't be disappointed with this. If you are a fan of martial arts or Eastern philosophy you still like this show.
  11. Ocioman
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    This show is incredible, the fights are good in their choreography and have a very good rhythm, inclusion with the marvel universe is very good 8/10...
  12. Luccacalu
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    The show was amazing, and now I'm just tired of seeing people saying negative stuff, without even watching it... We are living in a screwed generation, where everyone "knows" about everything... Watch the show for yourself, stop being manipulated, guys.
  13. hb1209
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    This show is really good and fun to watch. what is wrong with all those critics? good acting, fun story and very entertaining a little big like arrow, but its very solid and not bad. have fun and watch it
  14. PointBreakCali
    Apr 8, 2017
    10
    I watched this show wire to wire. It has great plot twists and is totally different story than other Netflix Marval shows. The critics reviews should be ignored as they are totally out of touch with reality. You see Iron Fist character grow and get stronger as the show progresses which is awesome.
  15. Fabiofimma
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Amazing character, far better than Luke Cage show. Don't trust critic reviews, watch all the episodes on your own and make your own idea, honestly i don't understand the all that negative critics.
  16. Bitmouse
    Jun 27, 2018
    10
    I think this show has a lot to do with how much you can identify with the characters in it, as do most shows. Perhaps the critical reception of this show has something to do with it not having universal appeal. Or perhaps it is more a result of the current conquest on whitewashing in hollywood, which I agree with in intent. However, I don't know if the general negative reception reallyI think this show has a lot to do with how much you can identify with the characters in it, as do most shows. Perhaps the critical reception of this show has something to do with it not having universal appeal. Or perhaps it is more a result of the current conquest on whitewashing in hollywood, which I agree with in intent. However, I don't know if the general negative reception really reflects the quality of this show, the story, and the characters therein.

    I recommend giving it a chance and seeing it without an eye towards whether the main character should be asian, but take it at face value. A white guy can go to Asia and learn something. At least this white guy isn't saving Asia (Matt Damon), isn't the Last Samurai (Tom Cruise), or isn't The Last Mohican (Daniel Day Louis).

    *****Edit: I just wrote this in response to this article: https://screenrant.com/marvel-iron-fist-better-luke-cage-season-2 - It isn't my best writing but gets the idea across****

    Hey Tom ,

    There actually isn't a precedent in Buddhism or in my experience as a graduate from Naropa's Religious Studies Department or as a yogi/meditator towards resolution of one's psychological issues. Mind reflects environment. A cave may provide a still mind, however upon engaging with things that trigger one's patterns, one's patterns come up. We tend to identify with our patterns. Danny as portrayed in the show is fairly accurate to how someone in his position would act. Those conflicts would be pretty natural.

    One cannot clear oneself psychologically. Psychological growth is an endless thing. Just as the contents of mind are endless.

    I feel particularly able to validate their portrayal of Danny as a whiteman who pursued eastern ways coming from a wealthy family where my father was a captain of his industry. I haven't seen a more accurate portrayal of how I was at that age.

    However, I don't think it would be easy for most people to know these things since most people haven't trained like Danny and come from that background so it is easy to say, wtf.

    I just wanted to chime in because his character is accurate.    … Expand
  17. SevenThunders
    Jan 27, 2018
    10
    Finally, a super hero fantasy worth watching. This is a great show, especially if you like martial arts. The critics are pathetically wrong as usual. There is a great sense of mystery with regards to the protagonists origins, and the evil group who is his sworn enemy.

    The martial arts choreography is superb and I can't wait for season 2. Even better, I'm 5 shows into season 1 and I    Finally, a super hero fantasy worth watching. This is a great show, especially if you like martial arts. The critics are pathetically wrong as usual. There is a great sense of mystery with regards to the protagonists origins, and the evil group who is his sworn enemy.

    The martial arts choreography is superb and I can't wait for season 2. Even better, I'm 5 shows into season 1 and I have yet to see an explicit sex scene. That's pretty good for the Hollywood degenerates who shovel out the crap they call TV these days.

    As usual ignore the critics.    … Expand
  18. dasco597
    Mar 28, 2017
    10
    Amazing show! Started off slow, but got super interesting, Complaints about white privilege or whatever aside, the show is really well made. The characters are excellent, and seeing them change due to the events of the show is really interesting
  19. Toophat82
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    loving marvel's iron fist so far almost as much as i loved DC's Arrow tv show and even more then i did marvels luke cage tv show unlike marvel's Daredevil tv show which i disliked and i thought daredevil wasn't portrayed like the superhero and i would say mutate he is in comics with superhuman senses and reflexes that he gained from the barrels in the accident he was in as a child andloving marvel's iron fist so far almost as much as i loved DC's Arrow tv show and even more then i did marvels luke cage tv show unlike marvel's Daredevil tv show which i disliked and i thought daredevil wasn't portrayed like the superhero and i would say mutate he is in comics with superhuman senses and reflexes that he gained from the barrels in the accident he was in as a child and while he isn't no mutant he isn't the mere human blind vigilante in the tv show either that they try to potray and in law and order tv series fashion btw lol.

    With iron fist he is portrayed as a super hero at least while there is still more they could do and add to portray him as he is in the comic books and should be on a tv show still a good start and alot closer and more true to comics then other recent on screen adaptations of marvel books. Keep in mind we are talking about fantasy and science fiction here it's not meant to be like our real world and that is why the comic books are beloved in first place because people want just that and expect something different from the world they live in and characters and worlds we can only dream of ever becoming, being, or seeing period.

    So when bringing marvel or even DC comics to life on screen peruod they should stay true to the comics as best they can both script and casting wise and keep the real word and its politics out of it because when fans watch these shows and movies that are fantasy and science fiction btw that is what they look for and expect to see and don't like their childhood memories and pop culture messed with period do that with new stories and characters not existing ones. All i got to say while they should and can do more to be more true to the comics and i didn't like the daredevil adaptation but with luke cage i saw promise and it started to get better for marvel shows even though still not there but with what they have done starting from the luke cage tv show and onto iron fist tv show now there is alot more hope for future of marvel shows and they surely now look more promising then before.    … Expand
  20. nastybutler224
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    I loved this show. Probably my second favorite of the netflix marvel shows so far. I just thought jessica jones was too brilliant. This show is like daredevil in the light. Danny's chi abilities remind me of early dragon ball z characters, its awesome !
  21. kahaluu_girl808
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Not sure with all the negative reviews....The show was good! I think it had better movement than Daredevil. I like all the shows (Luke Cage, Jessica Jones & Daredevil).
  22. Marcymaru
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    I don't get it. How can people think that this is bad an poorly written and that Jessica Jones (one of the worst series ever made) is good and well written?
    Do yourself a favor, ignore the critic and watch this show, you'll have a lot of fun.
  23. Megajohn85
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Critics are way off the damn mark!!! This series has had a bullseye on it from critics and SJWs from the getgo. It does start off slow initially but once you get past episode 4, it really starts to pick up and that's much better than a shows starting off strong and fizzling out in the end.
  24. Turboangst
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    The show is an excellent telling of the Iron Fist character. It takes a few episodes to for it to fully get going but once it does you'll be glad you stayed on for the ride. This show is just as good as the previous Marvel-Netflix shows, and does not deserve the biased reviews from the so called "critics" who neither understand the comic character or martial arts movies & TV shows.The show is an excellent telling of the Iron Fist character. It takes a few episodes to for it to fully get going but once it does you'll be glad you stayed on for the ride. This show is just as good as the previous Marvel-Netflix shows, and does not deserve the biased reviews from the so called "critics" who neither understand the comic character or martial arts movies & TV shows. Disregard the critics, and listen to what "normal" people are saying.… Expand
  25. lrobert
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    I don't understand the critics, Iron Fist is even better than Luke Cage, it's a great tv show.

    Don't pay attention on the critics, this show is great, you guys should watch it.
  26. Abev
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Marvel's Iron Fist is a great take on a classic, underrated Marvel superhero that has hardly seen the light of day. Despite what some critics say, the show works great with its action scenes and filling the gaps in between. To say that the martial arts scenes are lackluster is ridiculous, as this show is not aiming for Avengers-esque fight scenes. For anyone who is a fan of the superheroMarvel's Iron Fist is a great take on a classic, underrated Marvel superhero that has hardly seen the light of day. Despite what some critics say, the show works great with its action scenes and filling the gaps in between. To say that the martial arts scenes are lackluster is ridiculous, as this show is not aiming for Avengers-esque fight scenes. For anyone who is a fan of the superhero or has wanted a martial arts Marvel show, Iron Fist fits the bill perfectly.… Expand
  27. olikarna
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me and my boys (16 and 18 yrs.) LOVED Iron Fist, as we have loved all the Marvel/Netflix shows. Personally I would have liked to see more of Kun Lun and more of Davos but we always have next season! So much for the so-called critics. Dudes! These are adaptions of the comics WE the fans love. U just do not get it.… Expand
  28. AceTrigger94
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Misunderstood show, it's not racial insensitivity at all. People need to stop using "racial issues" as an excuse to trash this show. Iron Fist is white in the first place! And he lived in K'un-Lun for 15 freaking years so he is allowed to be good at kung-fu or quote as much Buddhist quotes as he wants to! The show started off a little slow but give it a chance and you'll realized how goodMisunderstood show, it's not racial insensitivity at all. People need to stop using "racial issues" as an excuse to trash this show. Iron Fist is white in the first place! And he lived in K'un-Lun for 15 freaking years so he is allowed to be good at kung-fu or quote as much Buddhist quotes as he wants to! The show started off a little slow but give it a chance and you'll realized how good it actually is. AND STOP TRUSTING CRITICS AND WATCH IT WITHOUT PREJUDICE!… Expand
  29. BinSensei
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Form your opinion, don't trust critics. As there are similar elements from the previous Netflix marvel series, Iron fist is still very unique. Great casting and character development keeps the story intriguing. The story isn't explained in the first few episodes keeping you wanting to watch more. Iron Fist isn't the only developing character in this series that you want to know more of.Form your opinion, don't trust critics. As there are similar elements from the previous Netflix marvel series, Iron fist is still very unique. Great casting and character development keeps the story intriguing. The story isn't explained in the first few episodes keeping you wanting to watch more. Iron Fist isn't the only developing character in this series that you want to know more of. There is significant amount of answers and plot points that connect the other marvel series that make this a fun watch.… Expand
  30. firstandtruth
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    In our current era, it is impossible to find the truth without investigating the facts for yourself. Considering most of us do not have the time to do that, we are forced to discern whether a piece of information is biased or sincere. It's unfortunate we now have to do that with reviews.

    With Iron Fist, I would recommend giving the show a chance. Your jaw may not drop to the floor, but    In our current era, it is impossible to find the truth without investigating the facts for yourself. Considering most of us do not have the time to do that, we are forced to discern whether a piece of information is biased or sincere. It's unfortunate we now have to do that with reviews.

    With Iron Fist, I would recommend giving the show a chance. Your jaw may not drop to the floor, but the show stays honest to its source material and it is entertaining.    … 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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