Critics heap praise on “brilliant,” “funny,” “creepy” WandaVision
By Ashley Hurst
Critical response to WandaVision has been overwhelmingly positive, with people salivating over this bold new entry into the MCU.
WandaVision, the first-ever live action TV show set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, drops this Friday on Disney+. The show sees Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) apparently living in some kind of sitcom-inspired sideways reality, although not all is as quiet and peaceful as it appears. I mean, Vision is dead, right? Just what is going on here?
Fans are incredibly excited to see this fresh, strange, fun, radical new take on the superhero genre. And if the critical reception is anything to go by, they won’t be disappointed. Critics haven’t put out their written reviews yet, but their Twitter takes are practically salivating. And better yet, they’re SPOILER-FREE!
First up, Steven Weintraub of Collider praises MCU boss Kevin Feige for his willingness to let WandaVision take the franchise into new territory:
Have seen the first 3 episodes of #Wandavision and *LOVE* how big of a swing @MarvelStudios is taking with the series. The reason the #MCU is king of the hill is @Kevfeige’s amazing leadership and willingness to take risks like what you'll see in 'Wandavision'. pic.twitter.com/EgUUUxXudh
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) January 9, 2021
Next, Brandon Davis from ComicBook.com called the show it “unlike” anything the MCU has ever released. He also praises the show’s commitment to it’s bold sitcom angle:
#WandaVision is truly unlike anything the MCU has put out before. I can’t emphasize that enough.
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) January 9, 2021
It is a blast to watch. It is so committed to the sitcom structure of story telling that it feels like a bold risk - but it pays off and builds a mystery.
It is awesome. pic.twitter.com/NbGBsGLfmc
Yahoo Entertainment’s Kevin Polowy hails WandaVision as one of the “weirdest” things Marvel has ever done, although we already knew that from the trailers alone. To hear that it has lots of ambition is tremendous, as well:
I saw three episodes of WandaVision and I am hooked. They really go for it.
— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) January 9, 2021
This has to be one of the most ambitious (also weirdest) things Marvel’s ever done, and this is the studio that had 300 superheroes in their last movie.
Looks like WandaVision is a hit! Was it ever in any doubt?
The first 3 episodes of WANDAVISION are a fantastic creative spin on the sitcom format that makes way for a very intriguing season debut.
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) January 9, 2021
Truly new ground for Marvel with inventive filmmaking that makes each episode special. pic.twitter.com/pMe6uGUX3t
I got to see the first three episodes of #WandaVision and it was everything I hoped it would be: funny, clever, creepy, and above all, sort of tragic.
— Hector Navarro (@Hectorisfunny) January 9, 2021
The reality is: WandaVision is taking the Marvel Cinematic Universe places it has never gone before, and there's no going back. pic.twitter.com/BzNujPcUtP
WandaVision is everything I wanted it to be and more. It is not a parody or snarky take on classic sitcoms. It’s the most respectful, sincere celebration of that art form that I’ve seen.... ever?
— Brett White (@brettwhite) January 9, 2021
Watched the first 3 episodes of #WandaVision yesterday. It's weird & hilarious in ways Marvel has no right attempting, but they nail it anyway. Then it sprinkles in just enough mystery to keep you speculating and fascinated. I'm so excited to see how far it can go. pic.twitter.com/7PIFQiUNxF
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) January 9, 2021
#WandaVision is nothing short of BRILLIANT. EASILY the MCU's boldest, most original & innovative venture thus far. The true genius comes from Jac Schaeffer's smart, sharp, witty, script & Bettany & Olsen's electric performances. I had the biggest smile on my face the whole time. pic.twitter.com/exu8m5Dtp9
— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) January 9, 2021
While this all sounds fantastic, we’re eager to watch and weigh in on the show ourselves. Critic opinion doesn’t always reflect fan response. For example, early reviews of Wonder Woman 1984 praised the movie a lot, but once it released many fans were left disappointed.
WandaVision is the first of many Marvel Cinematic Universe-set TV shows coming to Disney+. So far, it looks to have set the bar very high. Hopefully, upcoming shows The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Loki can follow in its footsteps.
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