Marvel’s shows have ranged from beloved to disliked by audiences as they have watched Marvel attempt to find its footing in the Disney+ original series. Each Marvel series has brought something new and exciting to theMarvel Cinematic Universe. Unfortunately, not all of them ended up playing a big role in the movies that followed. WhileWandaVision’sfinal moments would go on to be integral toDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,most of the series was ignored.
However, that does not take away from the intrigue that the show held throughout its run. In other cases, some characters introduced in the shows, such as Jennifer Walters, have yet to appear in additional Marvel projects outside their origin stories. But their portrayals in their roles are more than enough proof of why they should be carried forward to the Marvel films.
Other Marvel projects face critical aftermaths, such asFalcon and the Winter Soldier. That show’s main focus is Sam Wilson’s growth to accept his role as Captain America. WithoutLokiorWhat If…?, it would be difficult to understand the full range of the Multiverse and TVA, even with howSpider-Man: No Way Home,Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, andAnt-Man and the Wasp: Quantumaniaall help expand our understanding of them. But which Marvel show is the best, according to theRotten TomatoesTomatometer?
Here’s every single MCU Disney+ show so far, ranked according to Rotten Tomatoes.
14’Secret Invasion' (2023) - 53%
Secret Invasion
The Nick Fury-centric series is the first to put the longtime Marvel veteran in the driver’s seat of his own story. Returning to Earth after years away finds the former leader of S.H.I.E.L.D. in a drastically different place than he had been previous to his disappearance inAvengers: Infinity War, Fury is older and wearier and ready to confront a Skrull invasion that has been festering sinceCaptain Marvel.
Spy Thriller That Misfired
But, while the series relies heavily on Captain Marvel and the Skrulls,the Skrulls not having a heavy involvement in other Marvel projectsprevents the series from feeling integral to the overall plot. The stakes feel relatively small for a global invasion, and the visual effects, especially in the final battle, leave little to feel excited about. It’s one of Marvel’s more divisive swings, that’s for sure.
13’Echo' (2024) - 70%
Maya Lopez’s story inEchois a rewarding one. Picking up five months after Hawkeye, the series follows Maya as she returns to her hometown in Oklahoma. She’s haunted by the death of her father and has complicated ties to Wilson Fisk, but she must reconnect with her Native American roots while healing something deeply personal.
A Grounded Character Study
Maya, played with quiet intensity by Alaqua Cox, is a Choctaw, a former leader of the Tracksuit Mafia, and a fiercely independent individual. The show explores her cultural roots, weaves traditional elements and language in the narrative in a way that’s authentic and respectful. While it did not blow everyone away,Echoearned its 70% Rotten Tomatoes score for good reason. It isMarvel’s first TV-MA seriesand the first under the “Marvel Spotlight” banner, which makes it more intimate, self-contained, and character-driven.
12’She-Hulk: Attorney At Law' (2022) - 79%
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
As a show that truly leans into the sitcom formula, Jennifer Walters is a different type of MCU protagonist. She embraces the comedy, andShe-Hulk: Attorney At Lawintroduces a different set of obstacles for an alternate portrayal of the Hulk, one that is not reliant on Bruce Banner’s traumatic past and instead, finds Jenniger Walter juggle court cases involving superheroes, awkward dating apps, and her own status as a superhero.
Meta Humor with Legal Twist
The show takes on a more meta approach, with fourth-wall breaks that allow the series to call out Marvel’s past and suggest new ways forward. Sitting at a respectable 79% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it charmed its way into audiences’ hearts with its breezy tone, fun cameos from Wong, Megan Thee Stallion, even a surprise Kevin Feige AI, and unique voice.
11’The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' (2021) - 84%
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Sam Wilson’s acceptance of taking on the role of Captain America needed extra time beyond what a movie could have provided if the story wanted to go heavily into detail about Sam’s hesitance to take on the responsibility Steve Rogers once held. And that’s exactly whatThe Falcon and the Winter Soldieroffers. Pairing up two of the remaining people who had been closest to Steve and encouraging them to work together allows Steve’s memory to live on in the show’s run.
Introducing a New Shield
Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan clash with Wyatt Russell’s John Walker, the government’s new Cap, and reconnect with figures like Zemo and Sharon Carter over the course of a MCU show that packs up action and social commentary in just the right proportion. It also encourages each of their acceptance of Steve’s passing and their wish to keep his memory and values alive. Overall, director Kari Skogland delivered cinematic thrills and the inclusion of the Isaiah Bradley subplot brings back some history.
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10’Agatha All Along' (2024) - 84%
Agatha All Along
Agatha All Alongis a delightfully wicked addition to the MCU. It takes place three years afterWandaVision, with Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha Harkness, still a scene-stealer, free from Wanda’s spell and stripped of her powers, as she teams up with a mysterious goth teen and assembles a coven of witches for a whimsical trip down the Witches’ Road.
Offbeat, Theatrical, and Full of Lore
Part redemption arc, part magical adventure, andpart gothic horror,Agatha All Alongis wrapped neatly in that signature Agatha sass. Watching her wrestle with her past and a coven of misfits while mentoring Teen (Joe Locke) is oddly touching. The direction by Jac Schaeffer is sharp and campy, while the overall tone is a mix of weird and witty. Patti LuPone, Debra Jo Rupp, Aubrey Plaza, Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, and Aubrey Plaza all deliver amazing performances.
9’Marvel’s What If…?' (2021) - 85%
What If…?
Marvel’s What If…?was another way to introduce the audience to Variants and alterations to the known MCU timeline. Each episode portrayed a different version of well-known characters ending up in different circumstances. The story choices ranged from the more easily believable Captain Carter to the more difficult to contemplate Tony Stark teams up with Killmonger or the zombie apocalypse.
A Creative Sandbox for the MCU
While it initially did not seem like any of these episodes would end up having a cumulative effect, the season finale finally manages to make the first season’s worth of episodic multiverse adventures pay off. Season 2 ofWhat If…?expands the scope by introducing new characters and even forming the Guardians of the Multiverse. The third season was a mixed bad, but overall, the MCU series earned praise for its creativity and authenticity.
8’Ironheart' (2025) - 85%
Marvel Studios’ most recent offering,Ironheart, starts with Riri Willaims (Dominique Thorne) returning to Chicago after the events of Wakanda Forever and trying to carve a place for herself in a world that’s still adjusting to her genius. Her homemade Iron Man suits are impressive, but the real tension comes when Riri crosses paths with Parker Robbins, aka The Hood, a villain who excels in both street-level crime and dark magic.
A Heroine Worth Rooting For
Ironheartplays with contrasts, like science vs sorcery and ambition vs responsibility. It starts off as a tech-driven coming-of-age story but spirals into something far more layered. Her AI, N.A.T.A.L.I.E., voiced by Lyric Ross, adds a bittersweet layer of grief and memory. Currently sitting at a solid 85% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the series closes out Phase Five with style. Critics have praised Thorne’s performance, the supporting cast, especially Cree Summer and Shea Couleé, and the show’s willingness to explore identity and legacy.
7’Moon Knight' - 86%
Moon Knight
Perhaps one of the most different portrayals of an origin story,Moon Knightcompletelydivides itself from the rest of the MCU. While theories could suggest that Moon Knight takes place in an alternate reality as a way to tie into the Multiverse Saga, it is the only series to not directly reference the Avengers, the Blip, or any of the major superhero events that occurred for over a decade.
Dives Into the Mind of a Hero
It begins as a psychological story but steers into the direction of a mythological mystery, where both Steven Grant and Marc Spector are pulled into a war. Their dissociative identity disorder is the emotional core of the story, and while the show is a solid origin story, the lack of connection it holds to characters or plot lines in previous MCU projects holds it back. Critics still laudedMoon Knightfor its darker tone and layered performances from the ensemble cast.
6’Loki' (2021) - 87%
Loki gets the chance to take on the leading role in his own show that introduces the TVA and works as a backdoor into exploring the Multiverse. Taking Loki from The Avengers allows for his character to undergo a different type of redemption arc compared to how he had eventually grown up until his death inAvengers: Infinity War. Season 2 dives deeper into the chaos, with Ke Huy Quan’s Ouroboros and Jonathan Majors’ Victor Timely revealing more about the TVA.
Existential Chaos But With a Purpose
Lokiintroduces Kang, the Variants, and gives a heavier understanding of how the Multiverse came to be than howAnt-Man and the Wasp: Quantumaniaattempts to fit it into the narrative. It also places Loki in a hero or anti-hero role when season one concludes with Loki being the only one to remember how the world had shifted. What makes Loki so ambitious and resonant is not just the fever-dream-like production design but also the transformation of each character and how it’s the God of Mischief that becomes the one to literally hold time together.
5’Daredevil: Born Again' (2025) - 87%
Daredevil: Born Again
One of the most-anticipated moments in recent MCU history for fans has been seeing Matt Murdock back in the courtroom and on the streets of Hell’s Kitchen. It was made possible throughDaredevil: Born Again, told in continuity with the Netflix series. Matt is trying to rebuild his life as a lawyer, but Wilson Fisk, now running for mayor of New York, has returned seeking vengeance and turning the stakes political, personal, and brutal.
It’s Good to Have Daredevil Home
Charlie Cox, magnetic as ever, leads with his signature charm whilethe show leans into its darker roots, introducing elements of martial law, anti-vigilante crackdowns, and a city on the edge of downfall. Karen Page and Foggy Nelson return and share a raw dynamic with Matt. And yes, Jon Bernthal’s Punisher also shows up for an intense arc. With an 87% rating,Daredevil: Born Againproves that Marvel can still do grounded storytelling with deliberate pacing and violence that hits hard.
