Marvel's The Punisher

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 17, 2017
Season #: 2, 1
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 821 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 697 out of 821
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 821
  3. Negative: 88 out of 821
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  1. DonMega
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    I don't recommend this to people that have served and are currently suffering with ptsd as right now it's 3 am where I live and I can't sleep due to my military ptsd coming back to me after watching about 7 episodes. However, I have to say I am very happy that there is finally a show that truly shows the effects of ptsd and that ptsd can be caused by anything in life. One of the sideI don't recommend this to people that have served and are currently suffering with ptsd as right now it's 3 am where I live and I can't sleep due to my military ptsd coming back to me after watching about 7 episodes. However, I have to say I am very happy that there is finally a show that truly shows the effects of ptsd and that ptsd can be caused by anything in life. One of the side characters in the show is an amazing talent and portrays ptsd to a T. I love that this will bring awareness and maybe some understanding to the masses. Other than that the show is very good. I'm really loving it, after daredevil I didn't think netflix had it in them but low and behold punisher came out.… Expand
  2. BillySpandex
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Once again the professional critics show that they're far too self-absorbed and elitist for their own good, and that their little shrill voices only speak to those inside their tiny little bubble. This is an amazing series, and Jon Bernthal has done to Punisher what Charlie Cox did to Daredevil. They've managed to take a character that have been misused and underutilised by other actorsOnce again the professional critics show that they're far too self-absorbed and elitist for their own good, and that their little shrill voices only speak to those inside their tiny little bubble. This is an amazing series, and Jon Bernthal has done to Punisher what Charlie Cox did to Daredevil. They've managed to take a character that have been misused and underutilised by other actors and directors, and created something quite amazing. Thank you Jon Bernthal!… Expand
  3. AthanasiosT
    Nov 26, 2017
    10
    Makes the Defenders seem like a kindergarten reunion. It's dark and violent and digs deep in the personalities of the (anti)hero and those around him. Well made and directed with good music. Last but not least, Jon Bernthal, gives an acting recital as the well-known vigilante.
  4. mrmonster
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    The Punisher starts out slow, but once it gets going, it fires on all cylinders. It is the second best Marvel-Netflix series, behind only Daredevil. I highly recommend it for any action fan.
  5. claven
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    The critics have dropped the ball on this show in a major way. Many complain that it's long and talkative (failing to recognize the surprisingly in-depth character presentation and the surprisingly intelligent writing), some complain there's not enough action, which frankly, is not what Netflix's take on Punisher is about for the most part.
    As a Punisher fan, this is the best    The critics have dropped the ball on this show in a major way. Many complain that it's long and talkative (failing to recognize the surprisingly in-depth character presentation and the surprisingly intelligent writing), some complain there's not enough action, which frankly, is not what Netflix's take on Punisher is about for the most part.
    As a Punisher fan, this is the best representation of the comic hero (especially the MAX imprint) on screen to date by far, and the critics must be insane. Watch it. It's very, very good.    … Expand
  6. JPG127
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    This is dark, gritty and brutal. They picked a great actor for Punisher. Gave him a flushed out story and has a decent amount of action. It's a shame the critics could not appreciate this.
  7. JustinOhio
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    As a war veteran, I'll make this short and sweet: The Punisher captures the various types of PTSD while remaining a very well-acted and written show. It may be too gritty for "critics" that probably don't know much about modern warfare past "The Hurt Locker" (which is a terrible film), but as a veteran and a fan of Marvel's Netflix series, I can say without blinking that this is the BESTAs a war veteran, I'll make this short and sweet: The Punisher captures the various types of PTSD while remaining a very well-acted and written show. It may be too gritty for "critics" that probably don't know much about modern warfare past "The Hurt Locker" (which is a terrible film), but as a veteran and a fan of Marvel's Netflix series, I can say without blinking that this is the BEST SERIES YET! The narrative doesn't spin out of control, but rather keeps the focus on Castle, with a great twist on a classic Punisher villain. Don't wait for other reviews to come in. Watch the first couple of episodes, then try to stop yourself. Odds are, you'll be as glued as I was.… Expand
  8. MAZA007
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ainda bem que Netflix não faz seriado para críticos...rsrs
    Achei muito irado. Tem aquela história do família do cara que morreu ele é perturbado e tudo mais.
    O Frank o Frank e Sanguinário , maluco de pedra , frio total crazy o cara é foda, muito tiro muita ação e trilha sonora do capeta.
    Borá próxima temporada.    … Expand
  9. Danil
    Mar 13, 2019
    10
    All around brilliant show. Honestly, It is in the same league with Breaking Bad, The Wire and Game of thrones. The writing, the acting, action sequences - everything is top notch. It might seem a bit stretched to some people, but I didn't feel bored for a second. It is beyond my comprehension why on Earth the critics tried to sink this masterpiece. Yet another proof you can't trust them at all.
  10. PatriciusG
    Nov 23, 2017
    10
    It's isn't perfect, but it lacks very little. Addictive after the first episode, with many emotional scenes, good acting and well written characters. The best of the Marvel series thus far without a doubt, for once showing a character with more depth than the rest.
  11. HeathMcCasland
    Nov 29, 2017
    10
    An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind...unless you use a silencer. Frank Castle returns in his own series thanks to Marvel's deep pockets. Bloody, dirty, and raw, this show gives comic vets and newcomers alike a glimpse into the mind of an elite soldier whose seemingly limitless arsenal runs perpendicular to his ability to connect with other people. This show is not for the faint of heart.
  12. titmo71
    Mar 10, 2018
    10
    Wow, the critics panned this show and praise the second season of Jessica Jones?! ...yeah, I guess that makes sense. Anyways, I loved it. My favorite Marvel show yet.
  13. jacob4
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    Marvel and Netflix has brought us an epic, gritty re-imagined version of Marvel's greatest and most iconic anti-hero vigilante. The Punisher series fixes the problems from the previous movies and creates a more grounded realistic version of The Punisher that is relatable, violent, dramatic, and bad-ass! The show also tackles some subjects in modern days that you can only relate to if you:Marvel and Netflix has brought us an epic, gritty re-imagined version of Marvel's greatest and most iconic anti-hero vigilante. The Punisher series fixes the problems from the previous movies and creates a more grounded realistic version of The Punisher that is relatable, violent, dramatic, and bad-ass! The show also tackles some subjects in modern days that you can only relate to if you: have served in the military or are a Marine, if you suffer from PTSD, or if you know how The Punisher comics work. The Punisher is a nice little installment in the Daredevil Universe. If he was epic in Daredevil, then he definitely could hold up his own TV series.… Expand
  14. AfroSpectre7
    Nov 23, 2017
    10
    Its the best presentation of The Punisher so far. Jon Bernthal does a stellar job as the titular anti-hero Frank Castle. The show is not a comic book show. There is nothing fantastical about it. It deals with real world issues. Post traumatic stress disorder, the military industrial complex, the welfare of veterans, how the FBI, CIA and Internal affairs don't get along. The war on terror.Its the best presentation of The Punisher so far. Jon Bernthal does a stellar job as the titular anti-hero Frank Castle. The show is not a comic book show. There is nothing fantastical about it. It deals with real world issues. Post traumatic stress disorder, the military industrial complex, the welfare of veterans, how the FBI, CIA and Internal affairs don't get along. The war on terror. I must admit. This show is military porn as well. Lots of guys moving around slowly with cool looking guns. There are Michael Bay styled recruitment tool segments every few episodes. The violence is not over the top for the sake of being over the top. It is an extension of the character. Frank Castles character is built by the violence he inflicts on others. Riveting stuff. No kids allowed.… Expand
  15. Trillcosbey
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    Ignore the so called professional critics, more and more of the people in the supposed literary field are total and utter hacks. This adaptation of the frank castle punisher is the best I have seen.
    The depth of the character development is something not seen in any superhero genre.
    Frank is not just black and white and his short comings make him more human this is not the just a typical    Ignore the so called professional critics, more and more of the people in the supposed literary field are total and utter hacks. This adaptation of the frank castle punisher is the best I have seen.
    The depth of the character development is something not seen in any superhero genre.
    Frank is not just black and white and his short comings make him more human this is not the just a typical superhero adaptation and most of the critics are just part time hacks trying to phone in 100 words to get on to the next gig.
    So ignore the critics and enjoy.    … Expand
  16. AL4I
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    I can just say its perfect the space of series charcters and evrything its just awsom
    Jon Bernthal is perfect
    the story has some problames but its not realy important
    highly reccamended
  17. ifritforce
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Genial, un lado real y no de comic a una historia madura y no fantástica, la actuación impecable, sin duda la mejor de Marvel hecha x Netflix; me gusto mas q Daredevil y Jesica… Expand
  18. jonathawill
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    In short, the series was made for fans of the punisher, not made for the politically correct critics of the left. is bloody, violent and faithful to comics, the weak point is that some characters are weak (or actors).
  19. SMIICE
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Amazing show. Best Marvel-Netflix show. This show is for grownups not little boys and girls who pretend to be adults. Critics are crazy or just sad little snowflakes who never served our country. Best show in a long time. I'm on the sixth episode now truly enjoying it somewhat reminds me of Homeland and Person of interest (which is a good thing). John is truly amazing as a Punisher.
  20. Locust69
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    amazing TV show.... this is what punisher should be. Dont let MCU haters and libtards discourage you from watching it. Its not some kind of modern SJW, PC trash those people like so those so called proffessional reviewers dislike it. But man action, story, mood everything is 10/10.
  21. Danms
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    Amazing, really impressive how Jon Bernthal IS THE REAL PUNISHER, and the vilans is really good. I cant wait for the season two!
    If the critics vote for red that means they dont know the comics and nothing about "cinema"
  22. FallenStar
    Dec 26, 2017
    10
    This amazing Show took me by surprise and oh boy it was a big one.
    This has to be one of my favorite tv shows of all time, up with Spartacus, GoT, Vikings, Breaking Bad. Really well done, amazing story, phenomenal characters, and interesting twists and turns.
    It had everything for me: Action, Drama, Some Romance, Story-Driven characters, well-placed comedy and really good villains.
  23. udhos
    Feb 14, 2018
    10
    A must see.
    The show has portrayed the Punisher in remarkably dark colors.
    There is plenty of violence, but kind of unavoidable violence if you are to be true to the plot.
    This series captured me full attention by surprise since I did not expect so much punch in a time when everything is highly damaged by political correctness.
  24. joaoroberto
    Nov 27, 2017
    10
    Esta é a melhor série da Marvel na Netflix sem duvidas nenhuma, achei o roteiro cativante, com reviravoltas, com certeza indico a todos, não entendi por que da critica estar colocando essa série abaixo da nota que deveria ganhar, um absurdo, mesmo assim, mais um acerto Marvel/Netflix
  25. dr0nzer
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    Introduced to this character in the Daredevil series, this show was full of surprises and to me is Marvel's best TV production to date, I thoroughly enough the series and there was not a single thing I disliked about the series from start to finish, the punisher name is a bit deceiving as the series doesn't put this character in a "super hero" or a "hero" light, more the story of a man andIntroduced to this character in the Daredevil series, this show was full of surprises and to me is Marvel's best TV production to date, I thoroughly enough the series and there was not a single thing I disliked about the series from start to finish, the punisher name is a bit deceiving as the series doesn't put this character in a "super hero" or a "hero" light, more the story of a man and his struggles in a modern changing world, even the protagonist was fantastic and gives a strong performance.
    The show is very deep on character development and the story drives and enhances this, the depth and quality of the production is on a level no other marvel tv series have gained, at least in my opinion.
    This show is a different take for Marvel and I loved it!    … Expand
  26. Mrcool1989
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    Please let there be a season 2 Netflix get on it. This was the punisher a lot us of had been waiting to see for along time. They stay true to the character and that might be a understatement. This really is one of marvels best TV shows right here, and one last thing the last episode is....ok just see it damnit lol
  27. ClassicLight
    Nov 26, 2017
    10
    Once again, to no real surprise, the critics are WRONG. As a avid metacritic user it's pretty standard practice to NEVER believe the critics. There is always an underlining corporate, political, or narcissistic vapidity to their reviews. Listen, If you are a Punisher fan than this is must. Marvel delivers action and drama into this 13 episodic season. Do yourself a favor and go watchOnce again, to no real surprise, the critics are WRONG. As a avid metacritic user it's pretty standard practice to NEVER believe the critics. There is always an underlining corporate, political, or narcissistic vapidity to their reviews. Listen, If you are a Punisher fan than this is must. Marvel delivers action and drama into this 13 episodic season. Do yourself a favor and go watch Marvel's The Punisher: Season 1 on Netflix, you will not be disappointed.… Expand
  28. JoeDurp
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    It was Punisher through and through the Jigsaw change was weird but I liked it......Ben Barnes was a great character and is up there with the other great supporting characters of Netflix MCU
  29. Marvel_Reviews
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    AN MCU MUST SEE!
    There I was, laying down on my couch as I started watching the first episode of 'The Punisher'. As the show progressed, I became intrigued and started sitting upright. By the end of episode one, I was already standing up and jumping around in pure excitement and adrenaline as I watched that final action sequence unfold. Jon Bernthal truly delivers an outstanding    AN MCU MUST SEE!
    There I was, laying down on my couch as I started watching the first episode of 'The Punisher'. As the show progressed, I became intrigued and started sitting upright. By the end of episode one, I was already standing up and jumping around in pure excitement and adrenaline as I watched that final action sequence unfold. Jon Bernthal truly delivers an outstanding performance as Frank Castle and I cannot wait to see more of his character in the future of the Marvel Netflix universe.    … Expand
  30. gwaiz18
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    In what has been a horrible year for the critics , they once again show how incompetent they are at their job .This was truly an amazing series , the years best .
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Sophie Gilbert
    Nov 20, 2017
    60
    All too often it’s a plodding slog. Bernthal’s performance somehow finds energy in Frank’s pain. ... Lightfoot’s breadth of storytelling is gratifying--he wants to do more than give the cultural landscape another killing machine to idolize. It makes The Punisher less uncomfortable to watch than it could be amid so many outbreaks of extreme gun violence. But it isn’t an easy ride.
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Lorraine Ali
    Nov 17, 2017
    50
    The show is well-written and Jon Bernthal ("The Walking Dead") is fantastic as Castle, the Afghanistan war veteran turned vigilante. ... But the story itself isn't dynamic enough to punch through all the cultural baggage this show is unfairly (or as some believe, justifiably) saddled with. It doesn't help that the burly character's superpower isn't a superpower at all. It's old-fashioned rage, coupled with special ops training.
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  3. RogerEbert.com
    Reviewed by: Allison Shoemaker
    Nov 17, 2017
    50
    Better too rich than too thin, to be sure, but “The Punisher” casts its net so wide that almost none of these stories get a fair shake. When they do, it’s usually the acting that closes the gap — Woll and Bernthal are so good together that it almost doesn’t matter that their scenes get snapped out quickly — but it’s hard to escape the feeling that, in giving us all that story, “The Punisher” doesn’t have much time for substance. It’s simultaneously too much and not enough.
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