Ranking Marvel TV Series on Disney+: A Guide for Viewers

Marvel's small-screen adventures: A ranking of Disney+ shows. From the classic "Incredible Hulk" to the grittier Netflix series, Marvel Comics has a long history of inspiring television adaptations. While previous attempts to integrate these shows into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) faltered (remember "Runaways"?), 2021 marked a turning point. Marvel Studios launched a series of interconnected Disney+ shows, deeply entwined with the billion-dollar film franchise.

With the recent addition of "Spider-Man: Freshman Year," we're taking a look back at the twelve Disney+ Marvel shows that preceded it. IGN's Marvel experts have ranked these series, providing an aggregate ranking. "Spider-Man: Freshman Year"'s placement will be added later.

Disney+ Marvel TV Shows Ranked

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12. Secret Invasion

Universally panned, "Secret Invasion" is considered the weakest Marvel Disney+ series to date. Despite the source material's significance in Marvel Comics, the show largely disregarded it. Director Ali Selim's admission of not reading the comics highlights a disconnect. While MCU adaptations often successfully reinterpret source material, "Secret Invasion" lacked this creative vision. Aiming for the espionage tone of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," the series follows Nick Fury's battle against a Skrull invasion. However, slow pacing, an AI-generated opening sequence, the unceremonious death of a key female character, and a forgettable new character contributed to its low ranking.

11. Echo

A significant improvement over "Secret Invasion," "Echo" still lands in 11th place. Alaqua Cox reprises her role from "Hawkeye." The series focuses on Echo's return to her reservation, balancing her powers, past, and relationship with Kingpin. A shortened episode count left some viewers wanting more. Despite this, the series features impressive action sequences, including a standout fight with Daredevil. Its groundbreaking representation of Indigenous creatives both on and off-screen is also noteworthy.

10. Moon Knight

Starring Oscar Isaac, "Moon Knight" underperformed in the rankings. The series explores Marc Spector's multiple personalities, blending mystery, mayhem, and surrealism. While featuring elements reminiscent of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," "Indiana Jones," and Fox's "Legion," it failed to resonate strongly enough with viewers. The introduction of Scarlet Scarab as a standout character, along with strong performances from F. Murray Abraham and Ethan Hawke, couldn't elevate the show to a higher position.

9. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Despite the strong chemistry between Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan, "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" fell short of expectations. Murky morality, heavy reliance on the Blip storyline, and a focus on espionage over action hampered its success. Production delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic likely impacted the final product. Nevertheless, the series' narrative elements are crucial to understanding the current MCU landscape, notably influencing the "Thunderbolts" film.