WandaVision

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Season 1
  • Network: Disney+
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 15, 2021
User Score
6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 378 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 238 out of 378
  2. Mixed: 40 out of 378
  3. Negative: 100 out of 378
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  1. Paper_Kay
    Jan 16, 2021
    4
    No, but seriously, i don't get it. I'm two episodes in and... what the f? What am I watching?
  2. Whostr
    Mar 5, 2021
    5
    The show wants the audience to engage in the mystery and speculation, but ultimately offers no satisfying conclusion
  3. JJorg
    Jan 23, 2021
    1
    This show is boring as hell and cringier than watching my divorced dad try to pick up women at a cheap bar. It feels weird that this is what Disney thought would be a good idea for their first marvel tv show on their streaming service. Not a fan, don't think I'll ever be.
  4. mmjahid
    Jan 24, 2021
    0
    Boring, not entertaining or funny or exciting at all. I didn't expect much and was still disappointed
  5. ryanandhobbes
    Feb 1, 2021
    9
    People in here giving 0 stars after 2 episodes as if they forgot seasons/shows have a full narrative arc even when you can't binge them in a day.
  6. Imhonest
    Jan 22, 2021
    0
    Ok, hopefully, this will change soon, otherwise, I expect people leaving this show at episode 4. I mean, as a marvel fan this is not what I want to see. It's bold but it's not interesting.
  7. akhnaten
    Jan 18, 2021
    0
    Anyone who thinks the first two episodes of this series aren't crap should go watch "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "I Dream of Jeannie" and then re-write their review. The writing on this show is so bad it is not worth watching, in my opinion.
  8. Lightsmith1337
    Jan 17, 2021
    0
    Regardless of the series being part of a shared universe it should be viewed in isolation in regards to its quality. While knowledge of previous events may improve enjoyment of something it should not rely on that knowledge for all enjoyment.

    When viewing as a standalone series the first 2 episodes are quite terrible. It attempts to parody the sitcoms of the 60s but lacks any of the    Regardless of the series being part of a shared universe it should be viewed in isolation in regards to its quality. While knowledge of previous events may improve enjoyment of something it should not rely on that knowledge for all enjoyment.

    When viewing as a standalone series the first 2 episodes are quite terrible. It attempts to parody the sitcoms of the 60s but lacks any of the quality they had. The only question views have is "what is happening" and that is not answered, or really acknowledged at all. No progress towards this aspect. Any evidence of "this isn't normal" is pointless since the target audience knows this, and even someone new to the MCU would understand that from the first scene but this is never built upon.

    I assume something will happen due to the budget of the show not being warranted if it was 9 episodes of this. I suggest waiting for reported of "good" episodes, i.e. something actually happens, to start watching the show. A viewer can fully skip at least the first 2 episodes, and not loose ANYTHING from the series, as there is no character development or plot progression at all.

    The show has visual quality, the acting is over the top but likely deliberate (as referenced the poor parody of the 60s). The episodes are ridiculously short, ignoring opening and credits its around 15 minutes, even then I struggled to make it through. If this series is ever considered "good" it will be purely based on later episodes, which, honestly, doesn't make up for this dreadful opening. These 2 episodes would represent a "pilot" and if that were the case I can guarantee it would not be picked up.    … Expand
  9. Jortigo
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    WANDAVISION is so, so different from the other MCU projects. It is so cheerful but at the same time so dark, elizabeth olsen totally shines.
    I think that with the passage of the episodes we will know more about what is happening and the fans will be more than satisfied.
  10. CheesusCrackers
    Jan 15, 2021
    2
    The short run time is absolutely ridiculous, the 7 to 8 minutes of Credits is freaking horrible. Huge Marvel fan, the first 2 episodes made me want to go to DC. I see what they are doing, but phoning it in. I guess i'll have to wait till next week for my next 18 minutes of showtime
  11. shoulderoforion
    Mar 5, 2021
    1
    ***update 3/5/21 That finale was a rushed mess, that should have taken an entire nother season to wind up. Feel cheated, and disrespected, in every plotline, for every character. Blech. reducing my score from 8 to 1. May have very well turned me off the MCU TV shows entirely **** I like it, it's very smart, with a central unraveling mystery that's going to be fun to watch, but which***update 3/5/21 That finale was a rushed mess, that should have taken an entire nother season to wind up. Feel cheated, and disrespected, in every plotline, for every character. Blech. reducing my score from 8 to 1. May have very well turned me off the MCU TV shows entirely **** I like it, it's very smart, with a central unraveling mystery that's going to be fun to watch, but which won't play well with the Cro-Magnon "but where's muh action" movie crowd (hint: it's coming). It's really very interesting how they're moving from one decade of sitcom tv to the next every episode, and I'm looking forward to more of this great show.… Expand
  12. VicFerrari
    Jan 15, 2021
    5
    Ouch! A weak pastiche of 60s sitcom Bewitched. The cheesy material of 60s sitcoms was elevated by the performances of the leads. The Scarlet Witch is one of the flattest MCU characters and Elizabeth Olsen is no Elizabeth Montgomery. She is hopelessly out of her depth here. Marvel zombies will love it regardless, of course.
  13. Drael6464
    Jan 24, 2021
    5
    Comedy isn't funny, mystery isn't mysterious, isn't thrilling. Hit's you over the head with cues, as subtle as a **** in the bed. Utterly boring.
  14. MM1999
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    wandavision, is a great marvel studios product, just as viewers we must have an open mind towards this new phase 4 of ucm. In conclusion we must wandavision is a series that with each chapter will surprise us, we simply have to be patient.
  15. brockcheese
    Feb 9, 2021
    8
    A very ambitious Marvel show that mimics the sound and style of older television sitcoms where the viewer is constantly searching for clues to uncover the mystery of the world they live in.
  16. SimboTheKing
    Mar 5, 2021
    7
    I did generally enjoy this show but I do feel that it was very carried by its initial half. The way they slowly built the mystery up alongside the creative decision to set it in a sitcom world was very inspired.

    Unfortunately, as the series progressed it started to lose its charm a bit and feel more like a generic Marvel flick. I have found this to be a consistent problem for Marvel and    I did generally enjoy this show but I do feel that it was very carried by its initial half. The way they slowly built the mystery up alongside the creative decision to set it in a sitcom world was very inspired.

    Unfortunately, as the series progressed it started to lose its charm a bit and feel more like a generic Marvel flick. I have found this to be a consistent problem for Marvel and it's slightly dissapointing that it has not been remedied yet.

    Despite this, overall, it is an entertaining show and one that has reach beyond just fans of the MCU. Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany put in impressive performances, especially as they've largely performed a supporting role in the movies. It is nice to see that when given the chance they prove their worth. Like I said, my main criticism is just how average the latter episodes are especially after the promise of the first few.    … Expand
  17. Benny555
    Jan 22, 2021
    6
    Based on the first two episodes this seems to be a rather broad and unfunny parody of old sitcoms. (Paul Bettany in particular seems to have little talent for comedy) I assume, or at least hope it will get better once we find out why the characters are in this setting.
  18. Spykefreaky
    Jan 15, 2021
    0
    This just feels like an overbudgetted bad take on a supernatural episode, it's not funny at all, the nods to the 60s are done awfully, it's like the 60s on ADHD, why does everyone speak like they're trying to be eminem in speed mode? I literally created an account just because this show was awful. I didnt create one to help out TLOU2 which I love but this trash from the same productionThis just feels like an overbudgetted bad take on a supernatural episode, it's not funny at all, the nods to the 60s are done awfully, it's like the 60s on ADHD, why does everyone speak like they're trying to be eminem in speed mode? I literally created an account just because this show was awful. I didnt create one to help out TLOU2 which I love but this trash from the same production company who just hit it out of the park with The Mandalorian? They should be ashamed, deeply ashamed.… Expand
  19. Alicalopes
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    it’s a good sitcom, i really liked it. despite the silly humor, it’s funny, mysterious, enigmatic. the miniseries arrest you and makes you look forward to the next episode.
  20. ScienceAdvisor
    Jan 15, 2021
    3
    Cringey humor, boring dialogue, and two full episodes that did almost nothing to move the story along. I will update this review as more epsiodes drop, but if it does not pick up by episode four, I doubt I will continue with this series.
  21. leoroman145
    Jan 15, 2021
    4
    You are gonna like it if you enjoy Marvel movies , but that is the problem to me , it's really difficult to watch always the same thing
  22. Tung1501
    Jan 16, 2021
    8
    Strange but cool ! One of the best of MCU imo, it was much better than i expected
  23. lucasg_i
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    Review for episodes 1 & 2: The sitcom setting works very well as a contrast to the underlying mistery surrounding the circumstances we find the characters in, the non linear storytelling also works great to that effect. The work that went into recreating each of the TV eras revisited is admirable, from the writing, directing and acting (which is great from all cast members, specially OlsenReview for episodes 1 & 2: The sitcom setting works very well as a contrast to the underlying mistery surrounding the circumstances we find the characters in, the non linear storytelling also works great to that effect. The work that went into recreating each of the TV eras revisited is admirable, from the writing, directing and acting (which is great from all cast members, specially Olsen and Bettany) to the use of the FX techniques available in the time period they're homaging. My only complaint, I wish the episodes were a tiny bit longer, even when they achieve to fully tell the story they set up to tell in each one. For fans of the comics, there are easter eggs (and some of them are really deep cuts) all over the place, and that pretty much guaranteed an immediate rewatch for me. Also, the inspiration from Tom King's Vision, HoM and even from the Pleasant Hill storyline is very clear, and it helps create something new that still feels familiar. Overall, it's refreshing to see something completely different in the comic book genre done right and organically. I'm really excited to see where this new chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe will lead to.

    Episode 3: Probably the best episode so far, the contrast between the silly light hearted comedy with the tense mistery surrounding the seemingly ideal town starts to fully explode. Olsen's acting here is great, SO many nuances to Wanda in this episode. the ending is what's gonna hook you. The last couple scenes are incredibly tense and play like a psychological horror film, truly a new way for the MCU.    … Expand
  24. schneper
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    It's not the MCU we are used to, and i love it.

    Some may find the pace to be slow (and therefore boring), but in my opinion it adds more depth to the whole concept of the series - a comedy show, that seems to be jumping from era to era and evolving (hell, someone here rated this series with a 0, because he is "forced" to watch black and whites scenes in 2021 on his 8k TV). It wouldn't    It's not the MCU we are used to, and i love it.

    Some may find the pace to be slow (and therefore boring), but in my opinion it adds more depth to the whole concept of the series - a comedy show, that seems to be jumping from era to era and evolving (hell, someone here rated this series with a 0, because he is "forced" to watch black and whites scenes in 2021 on his 8k TV). It wouldn't have been compelling to just stick to the comedy show aspect, if they would just rush through it, and i enjoy the more laid back approach. The first two episodes definitely left me wanting for more, and the potential for a very great Season as a whole is certainly there.    … Expand
  25. Fatima323
    Jan 16, 2021
    0
    I really really tried giving it a chance but this was a horrible show it’s lame/boring/slow... the show did not grab me and make me want more there are shows the first 5 min pulls and makes you want more for exampt the mandalorian which is also on Disney+ it pulled me in from the first 5 min.. so I watch wandavision first episode it was horrible I gave it another chance and watched theI really really tried giving it a chance but this was a horrible show it’s lame/boring/slow... the show did not grab me and make me want more there are shows the first 5 min pulls and makes you want more for exampt the mandalorian which is also on Disney+ it pulled me in from the first 5 min.. so I watch wandavision first episode it was horrible I gave it another chance and watched the second episode turned it off 15 min in.. sorry 2 thumbs down for me … Expand
  26. Thayan_
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    É absolutamente estranho e divertido na medida certa. Você termina repleto de perguntas, teorias, e querendo assistir mais.
  27. T473u
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu amei demais, o estilo sitcom, humor na hora certa, e aquele final do 2 ep foi sensacional… Expand
  28. BarG
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    This is something different, something cozy, cool, hilarious, and creepy at the same time. We’ll see how the season goes, but the first 2 episodes are already special. Honestly, Marvel made a great decision on releasing the show by single episodes, this needs discussions and countless theories - it’s part of the fun!
  29. dr_heartless
    Jan 18, 2021
    10
    A fantastic start to the MCU on TV. Super fun and very strange, I love it! The acting is amazing with movie-level special effects. Can't wait to see it all!
  30. Artmoves
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    that was brilliant and spectacular, Marvel Studios finally surprising ... I can't wait to see where this is headed
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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
  1. i
    Reviewed by: Emily Baker
    Dec 3, 2021
    80
    Compared to the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it is not only joyous, but delightfully experimental.
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  2. Radio Times
    Reviewed by: Huw Fullerton
    Dec 2, 2021
    100
    It’s compelling, gripping, fun and inventive television – and if nothing else, it’s worth sticking around to see what jaunty new theme tunes they can come up with every week.
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  3. Empire
    Reviewed by: Helen O'Hara
    Sep 20, 2021
    80
    This is a bizarre and audacious twist on these characters and a world away from the usual explosions and super-punching. Who knew that superhero sitcoms were the element the MCU was missing?
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