Not everyone is a fan, but Rotten Tomatoes is still an important tool in helping many moviegoers decide whether to check out the latest releases in theaters. Over the past few years, it's become equally as important for TV shows, especially when streaming has led to countless platforms vying for subscribers.
Marvel Studios' first foray into television was with WandaVision and The Falcon and The Winter Soldier in 2021. Since then, the likes of Loki, Moon Knight, Daredevil: Born Again, Hawkeye, and—most recently—VisionQuest have all followed.
In terms of both live-action and animation, we've seen Marvel Studios prove that a movie studio can't make the transition to streaming without at least a few hiccups. For the most part, the MCU's live-action TV shows have been well-received, meaning their respective Rotten Tomatoes scores are surprisingly close (with a few ties and the odd disappointment).
Now that the reviews for Wonder Man are in, we're ending the weekend with an updated ranking of the live-action Marvel Television-produced projects based on those all-important percentages. See how they compare below...
11. Secret Invasion
Score: 53%
Rotten Or Fresh? Rotten
Critics Consensus: A well-deserved showcase for Samuel L. Jackson, Secret Invasion steadies itself after a somewhat slow start by taking the MCU in a darker, more mature direction.
Does Secret Invasion deserve the dreaded green splat? Well, it started well, but plummeted in quality by the time the finale arrived. It was a complete mess and a disappointing end to a series that proved wildly inconsistent after two solid opening episodes.
The cast was phenomenal, however, and there were some solid twists. Still, between this, Captain Marvel, and The Marvels, it might be time to move on from the Skrulls because the approach Marvel Studios has taken to them simply isn't working.
10. Echo
Score: 71%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Alaqua Cox makes Echo's first season consistently worth watching, while hard-hitting action and fresh narrative elements suggest strong potential for this slow-building series.
This series came, went, and was quickly forgotten, partly because every episode dropped at once. It clearly went through a lot of big changes in the editing room, but inconsistencies aside, Alaqua Cox is nothing short of excellent in a series which also boasts an impressive supporting cast.
Vincent D'Onofrio's Kingpin was another highlight, and Echo's action scenes were stellar. We just wish Charlie Cox's Daredevil had more than 90 seconds of screen time. The lead's superpowers could have also been better executed and felt like a largely unnecessary addition.
9. Ironheart
Score: 76%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Dominique Thorne ignites the MCU skies with charisma and confidence to boot, making Ironheart a worthy watch despite its conventional genre armor.
Ironheart was a largely unspectacular series, but boasted a game-changing finale that we wish hadn't come that late into the story. However, this score seems just about right for a show that, despite some stellar VFX and strong lead characters, just didn't soar like Iron Man.
Ultimately, this isn't Marvel Studios at its best and stands out as an example of where the MCU was lacking during its quantity-over-quality phase. We don't think this is one you should skip, though, even if it's only to see what Sacha Baron Cohen does as Mephisto.
8. She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
Score: 77%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Whether she's fighting bad guys, defending a client, or managing her messy social life, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law passes the bar for bingeworthy viewing.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law definitely wasn't for everyone, but it was entertaining. The finale, however, is likely to forever divide fans as the meta-commentary went well beyond what we'd seen in previous episodes.
That aside, Jennifer Walters is a great character, and this corner of the MCU has proved to be well worth exploring. The Daredevil cameo was worth the wait, but the VFX desperately needed a polish. Hopefully, this wasn't the last time we'll see Tatiana Maslany's take on the character.
7. Agatha All Along
Score: 84%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: The marvelous Kathryn Hahn is backed up by a coven of memorable performers in this MCU spinoff that refreshingly concocts its own distinct brew.
With a predominantly female cast, the usual suspects were rooting for Agatha All Along to bomb. What they failed to take into account is the fact that this series comes our way from Jac Schaeffer, the writer who set the bar so high for Marvel Television with WandaVision.
It's PG-13 horror, yes, but Hahn is a blast to spend time with as Agatha Harkness and the supporting cast is stellar, particularly Joe Locke's Billy Maximoff. It's another show that got fans talking, and the finale ditched the MCU formula and prioritised the title character's story arc.
6. The Falcon and The Winter Soldier
Score: 85%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Packed with blockbuster action and deft character beats, Falcon and the Winter Soldier proves itself worthy of Captain America's legacy with its globetrotting intrigue, mature social commentary, and the sparky rapport between stars Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan.
The Falcon and The Winter Soldier generated mostly positive reviews, but was often criticised for its lack of direction with certain characters (the Flag Smashers) and some on-the-nose dialogue.
Despite that, this series effectively explored Sam Wilson's transformation into Captain America, all while establishing him as the new face of the MCU. Despite too much filler, it was a solid lead-in to Captain America: Brave New World and set up Bucky and John Walker for Thunderbolts*.
5. Moon Knight
Score: 86%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Its entertainment value may wax and wane a bit, but Moon Knight ultimately settles into a mostly enjoyable -- and refreshingly weird -- spot in the MCU firmament.
We hate to say it, but Moon Knight simply didn't live up to expectations. There was nowhere near enough superhero action in the show, and the messy final couple of episodes pointed to those scenes in the asylum being heavily reshot.
Still, we loved Khonshu, and there's no denying that Oscar Isaac's trippy performance kept us hooked from start to finish. Again, the show would have benefited from more time spent with the costumed Moon Knight, but we did get a great cliffhanger and plenty of memorable moments.
4. Daredevil: Born Again - TIE
Score: 87% (Average - Season 1 (87%), Season 2 (87%))
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Resurrecting Charlie Cox's Daredevil with his virtues intact -- namely Vincent D'Onofrio as his terrifying adversary -- Born Again is an ambitious and at times ungainly crime saga that marks a mature tonal shift for the MCU.
Honestly, as great as it is to see Daredevil: Born Again rank so high in this list, we'd add a few more percentage points to that score. Tonal inconsistencies aside (you can thank the overhaul for that), Marvel Studios delivered a phenomenal take on the Man Without Fear here.
With a killer premiere and final two episodes, the show overcame any shortcomings from the previous creative team and allowed its stellar cast to shine. Free of conflicting visions, Season 2 was even better, delivering a gut-punch ending that set up a thrilling final batch of episodes in 2027.
4. VisionQuest - TIE
Score: 87%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Picking up where WandaVision left off, this series investigates the humanity beneath the robot, where the artificial becomes reality with heart, deliberate emotion, and a clear-eyed VisionQuest.
We appreciate that many of you have yet to watch VisionQuest as you read this, but trust us when we say it's one of Marvel Television's best series yet. Paul Bettany and James Spader are terrific, with the latter chewing the scenery in the best way possible as the villainous android.
Crucially, this is a show with a lot of heart. Exploring father/son relationships, VisionQuest explores what it means to be human and delivers a take on Ultron that will leave fans grinning from ear to ear. The story will also keep you guessing and deliver more than a few big surprises.
4. Loki - TIE
Score: 87% (Average - Season 1 (92%), Season 2 (82%))
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: A delightful diversion from the MCU as we know it, Loki successfully sees star Tom Hiddleston leap from beloved villain to endearing antihero -- with a little help from Owen Wilson -- in a series that's as off-kilter, charming, and vaguely dangerous as the demigod himself (Season 1) / Loki's dizzying, dazzling second season may rely on sleight of hand to distract from its slightly less satisfying storyline, but the end result still contains enough of that old Marvel magic to entertain (Season 2)
The first season of Loki was superb, and the second was just as good, if not better. The show's deep dive into the Multiverse meant the series wasn't overly accessible to non-hardcore fans, explaining why the lore-heavy season 2 didn't strike a chord with at least some critics.
Still, it's in good company this high up on our list, and Tom Hiddleston and Owen Wilson are fantastic from beginning to end. It's said that there are no plans for a third season, though we can live with that following what proved to be an immense and satisfying finale.
3. Wonder Man
Score: 91%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Wonder Man, turning in a sly performance alongside an equally wonderful Ben Kingsley in this low-stakes superhero fare that boasts high-hearted personal drama as its winning factor.
It's a great shame that Wonder Man was scrapped after being renewed for Season 2. Still, this first batch of episodes deserve such a high score. The cure for superhero fatigue, this fresh, bold, and unexpected approach to the genre came along at the perfect time.
Beautifully acted by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Ben Kingsley, it's a story about friendship, the love of one's craft, self-acceptance, and, of course, superpowers. We just hope this isn't the last we see of Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery in the MCU.
2. WandaVision - TIE
Score: 92%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Part loving homage to TV history, part off-kilter mystery, WandaVision is a wonderfully weird and strikingly bold step into the small screen for the MCU - and a perfect showcase for Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany.
What a way for Marvel Studios to kick off its streaming projects. An argument could be made that the theories surrounding this show, such as Mephisto being the big bad, got out of hand and somewhat lessened the experience.
Putting that aside, it was a blast speculating each week and seeing the mystery in Westview unfurl; emotional, action-packed, and compelling, this show was superb, though we do wish they hadn't wasted Pietro. Regardless, many could argue this was Marvel Television at its best.
2. Hawkeye - TIE
Score: 92%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Hawkeye starts slowly, but the street-level action is a refreshing change of pace for the MCU -- and the chemistry between its leads sparkles even when the plot lags.
Hawkeye ended up massively exceeding expectations, and the friendship between Clint Barton and Kate Bishop was another of those MCU relationships that it was a delight to get caught up in.
The Kingpin's debut was a welcome surprise, while the Christmas setting also felt like something new from Marvel Studios. Swordmaster's arc was a tad disappointing, but that's our only gripe for a show which gave us The Kingpin and a great new hero in Kate.
1. Ms. Marvel
Score: 98%
Rotten Or Fresh? Fresh
Critics Consensus: Ms. Marvel is a genuinely fresh addition to the MCU -- both stylistically and substantively -- with Iman Vellani ably powering proceedings with her super-sized charisma.
There's no denying that there was a steep decline in quality in Ms. Marvel's third, fourth, and fifth instalments. However, they were still very good, and the first, second, and sixth episodes were among the best hours of television we've seen from Marvel Studios.
Along the way, we fell in love with Kamala Khan and her family, and Iman Vellani was a highlight in the largely underwhelming The Marvels. Should her powers have been changed so drastically? That remains up for debate, but it's a misstep in an otherwise solid series.