DOCTOR STRANGE 2 First Reactions Tease The MCU's Most "Terrifying, Violent" Movie Yet

DOCTOR STRANGE 2 First Reactions Tease The MCU's Most "Terrifying, Violent" Movie Yet

The social media embargo for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has now lifted, and you can find out what those who caught the movie last night made of Sam Raimi's sequel right here...

By MarkCassidy - May 03, 2022 02:05 AM EST

Following the movie's premiere last night, the social media embargo for Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has lifted, and the first reactions are now online.

Initial word on this latest MCU adventure is mostly positive (that's the norm, to be fair), with Sam Raimi's direction and Elizabeth Olsen's performance coming in for a lot of praise. As expected, it sounds like the sequel leans heavily into horror elements, and several critics mention how dark, terrifying and violent the action becomes in the second act.

Not everyone was won over, but we didn't come across any overwhelmingly negative responses. Some do seem to feel that characterization takes a backseat to spectacle, and things get a little convoluted. Also, it sounds like those expecting major surprises beyond what's already been confirmed might be disappointed!

Check out some Tweets below, and be sure to check back a little later on when the full review embargo lifts for more in-depth reactions.

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ElricReturns
ElricReturns - 5/3/2022, 2:11 AM
Echo!!!

......anybody here?

....ghost town.
Forthas
Forthas - 5/3/2022, 2:18 AM
Hmmm! Looks like possibly another hit for Disney! Makes sense why studios want their own shared universe. Those that don't folow suit will be left behind.
mastakilla39
mastakilla39 - 5/3/2022, 9:02 AM
@Forthas - Agree and can't wait for the the "twists". I loved Iron Man 3 and this is being compared to it as the most subversive. I guess this film is going to make or break people. My concern about the rumors that Wanda steals the movie from Dr. Strange is concerning though.

Super hyped now.
Shroombeast
Shroombeast - 5/3/2022, 2:24 AM
Doctor Strange is my favorite superhero, so needless to say I'm hyped.
ShellHead
ShellHead - 5/3/2022, 2:29 AM
Rodrigo Perez is the guy from Playlist that gives Marvel a hard time, so if he's lukewarm on it, then we're in for something special
kylo0607
kylo0607 - 5/3/2022, 2:31 AM
Expected nothing less from Marvel and Sam Raimi.

2 days!
dracula
dracula - 5/3/2022, 2:35 AM


hopefully its still strange's story and not wanda's like some of the leaks sounded like
DoubleD
DoubleD - 5/3/2022, 2:36 AM
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness looks like another WINNER for Marvel Studios great news. :)
DeadClunge
DeadClunge - 5/3/2022, 2:45 AM
Not surprised Raimi is a Goat cbm director imo!
ShellHead
ShellHead - 5/3/2022, 2:47 AM
Also that guy describing it as "Marvel's Black Sabbath" made me yell Oh Shit! Lol
Shroombeast
Shroombeast - 5/3/2022, 4:32 AM
@ShellHead - Same. That's the tweet here that generated the most hype for me. 🤘🏻

RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/3/2022, 3:13 AM
Saw the movie, it's insane.
MyCoolYoung
MyCoolYoung - 5/3/2022, 3:50 AM
@RegularPoochie - you lucky pooch
KanchaCheena
KanchaCheena - 5/3/2022, 4:02 AM
@RegularPoochie - Are there anymore cameos except the Illuminati?
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/3/2022, 6:43 AM
@KanchaCheena - can't say🤐 but😏
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/3/2022, 6:45 AM
@MyCoolYoung - yeah I was lucky, but yet again it was thanks to my good friend.
Moriakum
Moriakum - 5/3/2022, 3:53 AM
“But but Derickson left because Marvel Studios didn’t want to make an horror movie! And and I don’t understand why Raimi agreed to do this, Feige doesn’t give creative freedom to the directors! It’s not going to be a Sam Raimi movie”
TheCoonII
TheCoonII - 5/3/2022, 4:38 AM
@Moriakum - Feige probably gave raimi too much freedom if the rumors of all the cameos being cut are true
McMurdo
McMurdo - 5/3/2022, 8:06 AM
@TheCoonII - they added more my guy not less
TheHumanSpider2
TheHumanSpider2 - 5/3/2022, 8:34 AM
@McMurdo @RegularPoochie - There are more cameos than The Illuminatti? I think a "yes" or "no" wouldnt be a spoiler (I think)
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/3/2022, 11:18 AM
@TheHumanSpider2 - can't confirm or deny
SerKurtWagner
SerKurtWagner - 5/3/2022, 11:36 AM
@TheCoonII - That's a good thing, bub. Less fanservice, more contained, meaningful story-telling.
TheCoonII
TheCoonII - 5/3/2022, 1:21 PM
@McMurdo - They cut deadpool
Deadinside
Deadinside - 5/3/2022, 2:29 PM
@TheCoonII - Don't worry, he'll regenerate...!👍😉
McMurdo
McMurdo - 5/3/2022, 3:16 PM
@Deadinside - lol
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/4/2022, 12:26 AM
@Deadinside - 😂
ScRipt69
ScRipt69 - 5/3/2022, 4:08 AM
Who are you all arguing with? The film gets good reviews but youre already on the defensive. You all call DC fans cultists and look at your behaviour. Get a grip. I cant wait fo see this, IMO Marvel have underperformed this year despite the billions it has made as I dont include sales figures in enjoyment factors. Heres hoping some Xmen news in the next couple of years. Film or series I just want Xmen
TheHumanSpider2
TheHumanSpider2 - 5/3/2022, 8:35 AM
@ScRipt69 - Fanboys are always what do, no matter what they are fans of.
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/4/2022, 12:33 AM
@TheHumanSpider2 - I'm a fanboy of everything, I mean Marvel and DC, but I always give my honest opinion. My faves characters are Thor, Batman and Mr. fantastic, but I still prefer DC over Marvel nowdays.
TheHumanSpider2
TheHumanSpider2 - 5/4/2022, 8:10 AM
@RegularPoochie - I always preffered Marvel over DC, but I dont like what Disney has been doing with the brand for the last few years.
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/4/2022, 1:32 PM
@TheHumanSpider2 - i ment comics, but I also understand what you mean, also Marvel has killed DC so far in movies
TheHumanSpider2
TheHumanSpider2 - 5/4/2022, 1:49 PM
@RegularPoochie - In movies, this isnt even a competition, DC is just trying to keep up with Sony/Marvel.
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 5/4/2022, 11:41 PM
@TheHumanSpider2 - and they can't thanks to Snyder, wich is a shame.
bkmeijer1
bkmeijer1 - 5/3/2022, 4:34 AM
With what I've seen and read from the spoiler leaks, I definitely believe it's brutal
DarthOmega
DarthOmega - 5/3/2022, 4:52 AM


Mugens
Mugens - 5/3/2022, 5:02 AM
So far I have been able to avoid the major spoiler leaks.Probably will have to stay away from anything that mentions the movie (after this) until I can see it for myself this coming Saturday. Fingers crossed, hope is up, but really don't think I will be disappointed at all.
DarthOmega
DarthOmega - 5/3/2022, 5:11 AM
@Mugens - Same here.

Mugens
Mugens - 5/3/2022, 5:36 AM
@DarthOmega - That's probably exactly whats it going to take to keep from getting the movie ruined for me and like-minded people. lol...
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