The Marvel Universe includes a huge number of colorful characters. Many of them became heroes of popular films and TV series. USA Today edition compiled a list of the most popular TV seriesdedicated to the superheroes "Marvel". We present to you the top ten of them.
10. Iron Fist (2017 - present)
Genre: crime, fantasy, action
Country: USA
Film Search: 6.56
IMDb: 6.70
Many fans were unhappy that Danny Rand, with the power of an Iron Fist, was played by a white actor, while an Asian actor (Lewis Tan, who eventually played Zhou Cheng) was planned to take this role. In addition, the series is accused of a mass of logical inconsistencies and the lack of integrity of the story. But they are praised for the bright antagonists, full disclosure of the main character, well-staged battle scenes and interesting plot twists.
9. The Punisher (2017)
Genre: thriller, fantasy, action
Country: USA
Film Search: 7.86
IMDb: 8.70
The Punisher is one of the darkest, toughest and most realistic TV series ever to feature Marvel heroes. It is hard to believe that his character is in the same universe with the Guardians of the Galaxy.
According to high ratings on Kinopoisk, it is clear how popular this series is in Russia. And on IMDb, the Punisher's rating is even higher. And this is quite understandable, because the great acting performance of John Bernthal, a well-developed plot, well-staged combat scenes are indicated as advantages of the series in most reviews.
8. Agents of "SHIELD." (2013 - present)
Genre: adventure, fantasy, drama
Country: USA
Film Search: 7.07
IMDb: 7.50
In the early seasons, the show was nothing more than weekly advertisements for Marvel movies, with occasional references to Thor. But the course of subsequent seasons gradually leveled off, the main characters began to be given more attention and now it is a good, albeit overly clichéd series about people who usually remain behind the scenes in the next "Avengers".
7. Defenders (2017)
Genre: adventure, fantasy, crime
Country: USA
Film Search: 6.83
IMDb: 7.50
If you combine Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist and Luke Cage in one plot, you get the series "Defenders". It cannot be called the best TV series in the Marvel universe, but its heroes exist in the characters familiar to the viewer, with their own unique abilities and demeanor. Together they will have a battle against the mysterious Ruki clan and its living superweapon.
6. Daredevil (2015 - present)
Genre: drama, fantasy, thriller
Country: USA
Film Search: 8.07
IMDb: 8.70
Although the 2003 film Daredevil received devastating reviews from audiences and critics for its overplaying and poor script, the series was well received. An excellent selection of actors, well-thought-out plot moves, deep and multifaceted characters of the characters (including the main antagonist) - these are three pillars on which the success of "Daredevil" rests. Bonuses include an excellent staging of fights, a catchy soundtrack and an excellent directorial work.
Charlie Cox's character is one of strongest comic book heroes... He is somewhat similar to Batman: he was left an orphan, lives in a cruel and gloomy world, and does not kill his opponents. But, unlike Batman, he does not have a loyal Alfred and a multimillion-dollar fortune. But there are reliable friends, excellent fighting skills and an unshakable faith in justice. What else does Hell's Kitchen Devil want?
5. Runaways (2017 - present)
Genre: drama, fantasy, action
Country: USA
Film Search: 6.45
IMDb: 7.30
This is a film adaptation of one of the best Marvel comics. The plot revolves around six teenagers who discover that their parents are part of the evil supernatural organization Pride. Not wanting to follow in the footsteps of their parents, heroes with various superpowers try to escape.
The Runaways series is interesting primarily because it focuses on children and leaves adults behind.
4. Cloak and dagger (2018 - present)
Genre: drama, fantasy, action
Country: USA
Film Search: not yet rated
IMDb: 6.90
The newest Marvel superhero series is a welcome surprise. Based on lesser-known (and troublesome) teenage comic characters, it manages to be one of the best superhero shows, as evidenced by the growing IMDb ratings. In Russia, "Cloak and Dagger" has just begun to be shown, so it has not yet managed to gain a rating.
In the center of events are two teenagers: Tandy, who can hit enemies with light daggers, and Tyrone, who can plunge people into darkness. They are just made for each other.
3. Luke Cage (2016 - present)
Genre: crime, fantasy, thriller
Country: USA
Film Search: 6.68
IMDb: 7.50
Unlike "Daredevil" and "Punisher", the series about the superhero Luke Cage is more measured, there are not many unexpected turns and vivid fighting scenes in it. Luke's story, like that of his enemies, develops gradually. And, as one of the critics put it, the spectacle is more like a crime drama than a superhero action movie. However, this drama has a clear moral message, and the formation of the protagonist from an ordinary person to a Harlem hero who understood his destiny is well shown.
2. Jessica Jones (2015 - present)
Genre: crime, fantasy, thriller
Country: USA
Film Search: 7.68
IMDb: 8.10
Second on the list of the best Marvel TV series of 2018 is the anthem of superhero feminism. Of course, this woman has problems with alcohol and depression, but she is smart, independent and always goes to the end.
Jessica Jones' first season was almost perfect, realistic and dynamic. The second season could not keep this bar. However, Kristen Ritter's play helps to overcome the flaws in the storyline. In addition, this series boasts one of the most terrifying villains in the entire Marvel Universe - Kilgrave.
1. Agent Carter (2015-2016)
Genre: action, fantasy, adventure
Country: USA
Film Search: 7.38
IMDb: 8.00
The best superhero series in Marvel, according to Usa Today, is filmed in the spirit of "Bondiada" and shows the atmosphere of the Cold War. The plot focuses on one of the characters in the "First Avenger" - Peggy Carter. Cheerful, courageous and possessing a strong charisma, Peggy tries to prove the innocence of Howard Stark, who is accused of selling inventions to America's enemies. The old butler of the Stark family, Edwin Jarvis, helps her in this. Masterfully twisted intrigue, exciting plot twists will not let the viewer get bored.