Marvel's Luke Cage

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 30, 2016
Season #: 2, 1
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1053 Ratings

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  1. ReubenIsAGod
    Nov 22, 2016
    9
    Finally I can give my full opinion on Marvel's Luke Cage.

    Luke Cage is one of the most socially relevant tv shows airing today. Especially today when racial tensions between cops and black skinned males is ever so present throughout. I think my favorite aspect about the show had to be the beautiful setting of Harlem. You feel the city. The show drags you in and presents itself, in    Finally I can give my full opinion on Marvel's Luke Cage.

    Luke Cage is one of the most socially relevant tv shows airing today. Especially today when racial tensions between cops and black skinned males is ever so present throughout.

    I think my favorite aspect about the show had to be the beautiful setting of Harlem. You feel the city. The show drags you in and presents itself, in this beautiful yet corrupt and damaged community where crime is present throughout, where history, art, music and culture is present and alive throughout this magnificent realization of such an astonishing historical urban environment. All of this is enhanced by some breath taking cinematography and easily one of the best, and most memorable, soundtracks of the whole Marvel Extended Universe.

    But at the heart, yes, this is a superhero story about Luke Cage, and boy, it is one hell of a wild ride. The acting is amazing and all the supporting cast give such great full on performances. And the villain, another win for Neflicks, a truly sensational character, Cottonmouth, who brings fear, intimidation and just pure character to ever seen he is in.

    Many have complained about the last act of the show, from reviews I have read here on metacritic and from over review outlets. But I, personally, found myself completely on-board and engaged until the very end. I love it, honestly, I think Marvel's Luke Cage is probably my second favorite Marvel Netflick's show with the first season of Daredevil being my all time favoruite.

    I am very much looking forward to seeing more of the character and cannot wait for Marvel's Iron Fist.

    If you are a fan of Blaxploitation cinema and or 90s hard-core hassle cinema and basically just Marvel Television in general you owe it to yourself to check out Marvel's Luke Cage.

    My only real complaints tend to be that, much like many of the other Netflix shows, it gets a little slow near the middle point of the show.

    I really recommend taking your time with the show instead of just binge watching it. I think a lot of these Marvel Netflix's show are better watched in small doses apposed to a full on binge session, for it really allows you to kinda just grow and appreciate the show a lot more.

    Id give Luke Cage a solid 9/10    … Expand
  2. SrPepe
    Jul 5, 2018
    7
    No es la mejor serie de Marvel pero está bastante buena y trae aún más conceptos que las anteriores.
  3. JTV
    Jan 21, 2017
    7
    The show doesn't go by the 70's origin of Powerman comics AKA Luke Cage, it try to be a modern version. I like the actors, the setting and the writing...it could of done better I just hope the second season improves the shows.
  4. BaukCro
    Dec 20, 2016
    7
    I must admit that I am not a fan of Marvel super heroes but this series would be better if they reduce the drama that constantly runs through a series and throw more action because this is monotonous and boring.
  5. TheWaa
    Oct 1, 2016
    7
    As a big fan of Dare Devil and Jessica Jones, I was looking forward to the release of Luke Cage. The manner in which Netflix has chosen to portray these superheroes, as flawed, normal people with their own problems without the Hollywood glitz that we have come to expect from the Marvel movies is a breath of fresh air and in my opinion, the way these characters were meant to be portrayed.As a big fan of Dare Devil and Jessica Jones, I was looking forward to the release of Luke Cage. The manner in which Netflix has chosen to portray these superheroes, as flawed, normal people with their own problems without the Hollywood glitz that we have come to expect from the Marvel movies is a breath of fresh air and in my opinion, the way these characters were meant to be portrayed. Netflix did a better job with both of the other soon to be Defenders in this regard.
    Luke Cage has it's highlights, the soundtrack is almost flawless and the cinematography is very well done. Where I feel it falls short is the script. The cast is experienced and well rounded but the actors are not given the quality of writing that is in either of the other series. There are too many moments after a delivery of a cheesy line that make you wonder if the actor finished the scene and said to themselves, did I really just say that?
    Overall it is a good series that does many things right. Cheo Coker set out to make a series that would do for Harlem what "The Wire" did for Baltimore, and the only way to achieve that is to rework the writing.    … Expand
  6. oreotchalla
    Oct 8, 2016
    8
    It feels real. Delivers great messages for the youth, nice script, amazing soundtrack and an stunning use of art: production design is on top, great costumes, nice sets, good photography, lovely details. Comparing with Daredevil, it has less fighting scenes, extras and FX, so it feels like Luke Cage was made with less money or something, but it compensates it with great art and details, IIt feels real. Delivers great messages for the youth, nice script, amazing soundtrack and an stunning use of art: production design is on top, great costumes, nice sets, good photography, lovely details. Comparing with Daredevil, it has less fighting scenes, extras and FX, so it feels like Luke Cage was made with less money or something, but it compensates it with great art and details, I think Luke Cage was made with love. Also female roles in Daredevil are basic and weak, and in Luke Cage female characters are strong as hell, thanks for that. Loved how it quoted real life things and how it stands up for black lives matters. Luke Cage's flirting made me giggle, but missed Jessica (my fav of The Defenders so far), and I'm so sorry for her because she was call "a rebound girl" by pops, but mostly, because her man has been drinking coffee with all damn harlem!… Expand
  7. horrorsparadise
    Sep 30, 2016
    8
    Seen almost half of the season now and it's quite great in many ways. I feel like the dialog is quite bad at times, and acting with that dialog is quite bad. But the show shines most of the time. I love the intro and the setting, it's well done. Compared to Jessica Jones I feel this is a milestone better. But in my opinion worse than Daredevil.

    Luke Cage does very well and quite excited    Seen almost half of the season now and it's quite great in many ways. I feel like the dialog is quite bad at times, and acting with that dialog is quite bad. But the show shines most of the time. I love the intro and the setting, it's well done. Compared to Jessica Jones I feel this is a milestone better. But in my opinion worse than Daredevil.

    Luke Cage does very well and quite excited about the last 6 episodes. I would recommend seeing this Marvel series.    … Expand
  8. Rtheom
    Oct 11, 2016
    8
    Right up there with Daredevil and Jessica Jones and it makes reference to each and the original Avengers movie quite nicely throughout. Actors were top-notch as usual, portraying their characters fantastically, and by the end I was ready for a season 2.

    It wasn't all perfect, the "plot twist" that happens about half-way through the series was kinda meh and there were just one too many    Right up there with Daredevil and Jessica Jones and it makes reference to each and the original Avengers movie quite nicely throughout. Actors were top-notch as usual, portraying their characters fantastically, and by the end I was ready for a season 2.

    It wasn't all perfect, the "plot twist" that happens about half-way through the series was kinda meh and there were just one too many characters to make all of them unique and interesting, but the series did a good job of keeping it's focus on Luke Cage and making him feel like a real person, rather than just another super hero.

    Definitely a must watch for any fan of the Marvel universe.    … Expand
  9. Qldgamer
    Oct 2, 2016
    7
    Very slow to start, too much singing over the acting, the first 4 eps were pretty lame. Luke's character got better as the series went by and Rosario Dawson really lent some great acting.

    Not in the same league as Jessica Jones or Daredevil. But a solid show overall.
  10. Dannyboy525
    Nov 3, 2016
    7
    I have mixed feeling's about this show, It's got a lot of positives for me, but it's also got some negatives. I think the tone is great. I have not read the comics, but I think they do a great job of modernising the character, however the show just doesn't have that stand out part to it that makes me want to watch the next episode. Daredevil has it's awesome choreographed fight scenes andI have mixed feeling's about this show, It's got a lot of positives for me, but it's also got some negatives. I think the tone is great. I have not read the comics, but I think they do a great job of modernising the character, however the show just doesn't have that stand out part to it that makes me want to watch the next episode. Daredevil has it's awesome choreographed fight scenes and side characters. Jessica Jones had the best villain I have ever seen on a show, but Luke Cage kinda goes through the motions.

    The action scenes are not great a lot of time it's just Luke walking very slow towards a group of guys shooting him ineffectively while he's throwing them around the room.

    The villains are ok, there not as compelling to watch as Wilson Fisk or Kilgrave though.

    The shows main point is about Luke Cage accepting who he is and taking responsibility for his actions, which I think the show does really well, but for me the show feels a lot more slow paced compared to the other Marvel shows because that's kinda all it has. Where Jessica Jones and Daredevil had it's side story's like the Punisher or balancing there second occupations being a Lawyer/Detective, both very intertesting occupations, Luke is a barber well not even that he sweeps hairs up...

    The show really would of benefited If Luke cage had to actually do some real detective work and stretched out who diamondback was and his motivations for wanting Luke cage dead. I would of loved Luke Cage taking a few more episodes uncovering diamondback and a side character uncovering who Luke Cage was before he arrived at Harlem. Instead we get it all covered between 2 episodes and the rest is the villains whining about Luke Cage.

    I think Luke Cage is a good show but definitely the weakest of the Marvel Netflix shows.    … Expand
  11. mehdiveb
    Sep 30, 2016
    10
    Briefly I love what marvel do specially the strategy that it takes in TV series and these series has no exception for that, like the previous series its describe everything very well with different aspect of the town,characters,actions,etc.
    that makes me persuasion to see this series and further series for this company
  12. aguarner11
    Oct 2, 2016
    9
    I've watched it in one weekend. What I love the most about this show is the harlem gangsta style and its characters. Luke Cage is not the most iconic hero ever but all the characters that are in the show are just awesome. I love Mr Stokes, Shades, Pop, Misty, Scarfe....
  13. chidime
    Oct 13, 2016
    8
    A really good show, and first season. I initially had low expectations for this, since I didn't like Jessica Jones a all. However, from the first episode, I was blown away. The show has some really good depth, and very excellent character development. Can't wait for the next season.
  14. Ripandread
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    I had not planned to watch this show on Netflix but after two episodes I'm sure glad I did. Great acting and writing. What I especially like is that even though the hero has super abilities, he is hesitant to use those abilities, making him more human.
  15. AthifEdge4Ever
    Oct 3, 2016
    9
    Netflix & Marvel have done an outstanding job once again by portraying another minor superhero from Marvel comics and by tying it really well with the other shows such as Daredevil & Jessica Jones. We got to see the origin of how Luke Cage got his powers and how he gets framed more than once in his life. The series also illustrates the dark life in Harlem, New York and how helpless some ofNetflix & Marvel have done an outstanding job once again by portraying another minor superhero from Marvel comics and by tying it really well with the other shows such as Daredevil & Jessica Jones. We got to see the origin of how Luke Cage got his powers and how he gets framed more than once in his life. The series also illustrates the dark life in Harlem, New York and how helpless some of the cops & other innocent civilians are with the presence of crime lords and corrupt politicians.… Expand
  16. Greysteel
    Oct 3, 2016
    7
    Mike Colter's performance might only be fitting the numbers but his fellow cast and crew make this a strong addition to Marvel's Defender series. It's the first real glimpse of the day to day mumblings of a post Avengers world where Daredevil and Jessica Jones only touched on it. It isn't all I hoped it would be, it suffers from poor pace while action could never hope to compare toMike Colter's performance might only be fitting the numbers but his fellow cast and crew make this a strong addition to Marvel's Defender series. It's the first real glimpse of the day to day mumblings of a post Avengers world where Daredevil and Jessica Jones only touched on it. It isn't all I hoped it would be, it suffers from poor pace while action could never hope to compare to Daredevil. It is, as mentioned, enough to fill the numbers with Ali in particular very impressive. Now, roll on Iron Fist!… Expand
  17. ezbreezee
    Oct 2, 2016
    8
    Like all of the netflix-marvel shows, Luke Cage is focused on the struggles of a city. A particular section of New York. But unlike Daredevil or Jessica Jones, there is no master plot, no great menacing evil like Fisk, Kilgrave, or the Hand. Cage's fight is for Harlem and Harlem alone. The show doesn't delve into his demons the way it did with DD or JJ. Instead, it focuses on the survivalLike all of the netflix-marvel shows, Luke Cage is focused on the struggles of a city. A particular section of New York. But unlike Daredevil or Jessica Jones, there is no master plot, no great menacing evil like Fisk, Kilgrave, or the Hand. Cage's fight is for Harlem and Harlem alone. The show doesn't delve into his demons the way it did with DD or JJ. Instead, it focuses on the survival of a city on Cage's back and the way past is clashing with his present. Of course, the delivery is not clunk-free. Characters are introduced in a rough shod way and Colter's static delivery makes it sometimes difficult to see the world through his eyes. In fact, his stoic and somewhat hard performance makes all the characters around him seem lively, which they are. Delivering great performances. But perhaps that suits the character that the series is trying to build. A stoic, calm, and quiet giant that walks through life hoping to go unnoticed.

    The plot is a bit predictable and a little thin but captivating enough that you will want to see it unfold. However, it awkwardly shifts as characters move in and out of the series. Going from a rags-to-riches affair to a standard revenge-served-cold show. Unlike its predecessor shows, the writers didn't have motivations for all characters that focused on a single point. Instead all characters wanted different things and that led to a chopped and cobbled together plot line that works but is noticeably cringeworthy. Perhaps it's the bias of watching the more complicated plot lines of DD and JJ that seeing a story so focused on the title character looking to purely save his little corner of NY is a bit of a huge shift. DD wanted to save Hell's Kitchen, but he was fighting these huge bad guys and sinister evil people that it was easy to forget that Hell's Kitchen was what mattered and not the world or New York. JJ wanted to kill Kilgrave but all the background monologues were about New York City. At the start of this movement of Netflix comic book shows, the characters were all written to focus on their part of NY. But Luke Cage is the only one who seems to have achieved that. He fights regular people, local gang leaders, pushers, crooked cops, and so on in order to keep them from destroying Harlem. Whereas DD and JJ fought super powered folks, ninjas, extremely rich men with absurd chainmail suits and so on. It's refreshing to see Luke Cage, which also offers one of the most stellar soundtracks as compared to its predecessors on Netflix, focus on that strategy. No super powered bad guys, just regular people looking to get him. Yes, there is some technology stuff in there that kinda throws an awkwardness to it but it still generally fits within the story. Even if you don't sympathize with Cage, you sympathize with the characters around him and you understand what it takes to be a hero when all you want to do is be left in peace.    … Expand
  18. silentking
    Oct 2, 2016
    8
    This series got a lot of things right. The cultural references, the soundtrack, the casting.....all dead on. The writing, for the most part, is good....at times great. But the series seems to put all its energy into these elements and skimps on visual style and convincing action. A lot of dialogue scenes drag out and build unnecessary tension, which make the unconvincing action scenesThis series got a lot of things right. The cultural references, the soundtrack, the casting.....all dead on. The writing, for the most part, is good....at times great. But the series seems to put all its energy into these elements and skimps on visual style and convincing action. A lot of dialogue scenes drag out and build unnecessary tension, which make the unconvincing action scenes an even bigger contrast. Daredevil had some amazing action scenes that really made the show, and Jessica Jones had character depth and spot on directing. Luke Cage lacks in both of these areas. Many times, I felt like it switched from being a cutting edge modern super hero show to the old Bill Bixby Incredible Hulk series. All of that said though, the good elements far outweigh the bad and this is a solid building ground for future greatness.… Expand
  19. Mukkinese
    Oct 5, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the whole owning of the blaxploitation theme. It worked well and the character development was, as usual in Netflix's Marvel series, exceptional. Unfortunately, the "Hammer suit" at the end was somewhat underwhelming and to be honest weak.

    Everything was going well up until just after Cottonmouth was killed, then it began to flag. The Judas bullets limited by massive cost were fine, but the later mass-produced version was dumb. Even the early indications of the "Hammer suit" were not convincing, a glove with a wire made Diamondback's punch as strong as Luke's? No.

    Either the suit should have looked like an Iron man knock off or not used at all. I presume budget was the reason for the weak effort they did use.

    Far better to have hinted at a dark and dangerous "hired muscle" of diamondback's and then reveal a mutant capable of taking on Luke, Punchout would be interesting or Moses Magnum or some anonymous mutant forced into serving diamondback by some nasty means, kidnapping of a family member perhaps? Anything, but that weak-ass suit!

    Strong start, disappointing end...    … Expand
  20. SaintThrog
    Oct 6, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'd like to have given a higher score, but there were a few things that noticeably dragged the show down. Predictability was a pretty big problem while watching the show. Some of the acting, mostly by secondary characters, really dragged some scenes down. The special effects, mostly the explosions, we're pretty bad. They just didn't look like the fit the scenes right and they had a distinct CGI look that's pretty uncommon to see these days.… Expand
  21. alejandro970
    Dec 2, 2016
    8
    One of Marvel best plays for TV. Mike Colter wears well the role of the backstreet Harlem hero, with smart drama and pounding action sequences; the final chapter develops expectation for next season.
  22. hoala
    Sep 30, 2016
    10
    Best Marvel's performace yet. Haters back off. 10/10 I hate DC's fans come here and rate it 1 or 0 for nothing. It was amazing.. I wish I cound put an 11.
  23. damman
    Sep 30, 2016
    10
    So excited about the show. I know they are a lot of trolls on this site but hey you know it's a good show and different well scripted and the acting is really good. It got me into this comic character. Nice
  24. the12black
    Oct 1, 2016
    7
    Solid performances (for the most part) all around, with the exception of the series nemisis Diamondback, and a few bit players. There was a lot of need to suspend disbelief through the first few episodes and writers leaned a lot on conveniences to further the plot which kept this series from being as good as DD. But it was a fun watch and worth all 13 hours.

    I would recommend this    Solid performances (for the most part) all around, with the exception of the series nemisis Diamondback, and a few bit players. There was a lot of need to suspend disbelief through the first few episodes and writers leaned a lot on conveniences to further the plot which kept this series from being as good as DD. But it was a fun watch and worth all 13 hours.

    I would recommend this series to others.    … Expand
  25. Noisy-Ninja
    Oct 3, 2016
    8
    Thru Season 1:6, My favorite Marvel TV series by far.

    1st off, Luke Cage is just a BA. His voice, demeanor, attitude, and he does the right thing! He's the full package. He's rivaling Phil Coulson for best Marvel TV character, imo, (and winning.) 2nd: No over-the-top cheesy fight scenes. The action is short, sweet, to the point. Unlike, say, Daredevil where the fights are as    Thru Season 1:6, My favorite Marvel TV series by far.

    1st off, Luke Cage is just a BA. His voice, demeanor, attitude, and he does the right thing! He's the full package. He's rivaling Phil Coulson for best Marvel TV character, imo, (and winning.)

    2nd: No over-the-top cheesy fight scenes. The action is short, sweet, to the point. Unlike, say, Daredevil where the fights are as boring as possible: you know who is fighting and who will win before the fight scene even arrives. Luke Cage brings a refreshing look to action.

    3rd: Subtlety. Instead of the overly dramatic constant in most other shows of this type (Skye from Agents of Shield, or Tom Cruise in anything) the show plays out nice and easy. The makers don't try to cram action into every crevice like a Transformer mutation. This is jazz of TV.

    4th and last: The first couple episodes had some cool cinematography that really brought out the "comic-book" feel. Not so much in later episodes. I liked it, hope to see more of it.

    Overall 8/10. What could change the score perhaps?
    Add in more comic book effects +1.
    Gyneth Paltro cameo +2. (I know, I'm a sucker for her voice.)
    Luke loses his morale compass -2.
    Film-makers reveal their liberal bias -3.    … Expand
  26. red_rhino
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    Ok. Damn. This has to be my favorite viewing experience in a very long time. First the bad, the guy who plays Luke is a bad actor... like, cringeworthy bad. He is the reason I hesitated watching, because he was so wooden and dull in Jessica Jones and the Good Wife. But it didnt matter because, oh my god, the supporting cast were terrific. I mean, award winning terrific. I actually endingOk. Damn. This has to be my favorite viewing experience in a very long time. First the bad, the guy who plays Luke is a bad actor... like, cringeworthy bad. He is the reason I hesitated watching, because he was so wooden and dull in Jessica Jones and the Good Wife. But it didnt matter because, oh my god, the supporting cast were terrific. I mean, award winning terrific. I actually ending up enjoying simple Luke because everyone else was so intense. I wold recommend this just for everyone to see Remmy from House of Cards play the most charismatic black villain I have ever seen on screen. I got goosebumps. Is this the post obama contribution to film and tv... really well constructed black villians, like in Fargo season 2....

    Anyways, most of all... as black American man who got so many of the references, it was just so much fun and I am so grateful to have my history and heritage put on screen in such a fun way. I see now how some people might feel if they relate to Captain America ad his history. It makes you feel like a kid again, and as a young black man, we just dont have any superheros and villains to relate to so well. I see my aunts and sister, and mother and friends in these characters. I also was getting so fed up with only hearing about black civil rights heroes in serious films. This was fun as hell, and also made me realise I need to read more, because damn it / black people re interesting folk. I am sure Tarantino would love this series, and its a shame he is the only person who has had fun with black characters in mainstream. His dialogue never resonated as deep as in this show, and I am sure he was taking notes... or at least he should.    … Expand
  27. contodopeixao
    Oct 10, 2016
    10
    a forma como a serie lidou com os poderes de luke foi incrivel,dando espaço para mais cenas bacanas de ação, eles lidaram com questões sociais e preconceitos e fez ganhar muitos pontos merecidos com a critica
  28. MovieLover123
    Oct 10, 2016
    8
    Loved the storyline and the minority representation finally present in the MCU, however I found this series to be the weakest of all the MCU tv series. Mike Colter just didn't embody the character of Luke Cage like Krysten Ritter did justice to her character in Jessica Jones. Also, the fight scenes were laughably terrible, awkward and lazy. Luke pretty much just slaps, pushes or punchesLoved the storyline and the minority representation finally present in the MCU, however I found this series to be the weakest of all the MCU tv series. Mike Colter just didn't embody the character of Luke Cage like Krysten Ritter did justice to her character in Jessica Jones. Also, the fight scenes were laughably terrible, awkward and lazy. Luke pretty much just slaps, pushes or punches all his assailants in the lamest manner possible . Overall, it is a decent superhero tv series.… Expand
  29. jackeebleu
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    “What happens to a dream deferred?
    Does it dry up, like a raisin in the sun?
    Or fester like a sore, And then run? Does it stink like rotten meat? Or crust and sugar over, like a syrupy sweet? Maybe it just sags, like a heavy load. Or does it explode?” Langston Hughes wrote those words in a poem titled “Harlem”. This is where Cheo Hodari Coker drops us. A dream deferred Harlem. A    “What happens to a dream deferred?
    Does it dry up, like a raisin in the sun?
    Or fester like a sore, And then run?
    Does it stink like rotten meat?
    Or crust and sugar over, like a syrupy sweet?
    Maybe it just sags, like a heavy load.
    Or does it explode?”

    Langston Hughes wrote those words in a poem titled “Harlem”. This is where Cheo Hodari Coker drops us. A dream deferred Harlem. A modern day construct erected from the hopes and dreams of a Harlem once revered for its creative and financial excellence; Black Excellence. This isn’t a series about heroes and villains, its a retelling of a love lost. A love letter about relationships built on promises, bricks, blood, and bass. Full of colorful references to the people, places, things, sins, and successes, that either elevate or devastate the human condition.

    This is not a series about super powers. This is a technical masterstroke of camera work, acting, and character development that speaks to power; Political, Financial, Street, and Police. But more importantly, the power of will. A keen eye and ear are required, as littered through this narrative are nods to cultural icons, from Biggie to Barnes to Basquiat, Ellison to Hughes to Sutton, all hands are on deck. Simone Missick and Mike Colter push and pull their way through a complex tale that takes you where you wouldn’t expect, but inevitably, the way thats required. This is a series about accountability. Its about people not relying on badges and guns to get things done. An acceptance that the burden of change lies on us all. Its about the hope and dreams that push us forward, to ensure that future generations have it better, not deferred. Never backwards, always forward. Always. Triumphant.    … Expand
  30. HOFFERN
    Oct 1, 2016
    10
    Great acting, great story and cool characters! There is not much more to be said than that, I simply loved it. Looking forward to a second season, and seeing how they connect it to Jessica Jones and Daredevil later on.
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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Under The Radar
    Reviewed by: Ryan E.C. Hamm
    Oct 18, 2016
    70
    Overall, the show could have used a little tightening (it might be time to rethink the 13-episode model, which Daredevil's second season ought to have already proven), and episodes can lag a little bit in the middle, but it's an enjoyable ride.
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  2. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: David Sims
    Oct 6, 2016
    70
    Despite its languid narrative style, Luke Cage is doing many fascinating things. Its mood and visual aesthetic are as well-honed as the perfectly bleak Jessica Jones; its action scenes, when they arrive, are brutal and swift; and its lead performers are uniformly terrific, most of all Mike Colter as Cage, who wrings endless charisma from his character’s resolute stoicism.
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  3. The Lincoln Journal Star
    Reviewed by: Jeff Korbelik
    Oct 3, 2016
    100
    These shows are character studies. They are methodical and well-orchestrated. Both are a joy to watch and savor.
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