Every Marvel TV Show in the Disney+ Era Ranked

Marvel's small-screen adaptations have a rich history, from the classic "Incredible Hulk" to the Netflix series featuring Daredevil and Luke Cage. 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 "Spider-Man: Freshman Year" (the 13th Disney+ Marvel show in four years) on the horizon, we've ranked the preceding 12 series. IGN's Marvel experts independently ranked each show, and this is the aggregated result. "Spider-Man: Freshman Year"'s ranking will be added later.

Disney+ Marvel TV Shows Ranked

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12. Secret Invasion

Universally considered the weakest Marvel Disney+ series to date, "Secret Invasion" fell far short of expectations. Despite the source material's significance in Marvel Comics, the show 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 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 ranks lower. Alaqua Cox reprises her role from "Hawkeye," portraying the deaf Cheyenne superhero Echo. The series focuses on her return to the reservation and the challenges she faces balancing her powers, past, and relationship with Kingpin.

A shortened episode count left some viewers wanting more. Despite this, the series boasts impressive action sequences, including a standout fight with Matt Murdock. Its predominantly Indigenous cast and crew is also noteworthy. While not as impactful as higher-ranked shows, "Echo" offers a unique and emotionally resonant addition to the MCU.

10. Moon Knight

Starring Oscar Isaac, "Moon Knight" surprisingly ranks low. The series explores Marc Spector's multiple personalities, blending mystery, mayhem, and surrealism. It draws inspiration from "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," "Indiana Jones," and Fox's "Legion."

The introduction of Scarlet Scarab (May Calamawy) is a highlight, along with strong performances from F. Murray Abraham (Khonshu) and Ethan Hawke (Dr. Arthur Harrow). However, "Moon Knight" couldn't reach the top of our rankings and hasn't been renewed for a second season.

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. Murky moral dilemmas, heavy reliance on the Blip storyline, and a focus on espionage over action hampered its success.

Originally slated for the first Disney+ release, production delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic shifted the release schedule. The impact of these delays on the show's final product remains unclear, but the narrative elements have become crucial to the current MCU, particularly relevant to the "Thunderbolt" film.