Every Marvel TV Show in the Disney+ Era Ranked

From the iconic 1970s *Incredible Hulk* series to the popular *Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.*, and the gritty Netflix shows introducing characters like Daredevil and Luke Cage, Marvel Comics has a long history of inspiring small-screen adaptations. While previous attempts to connect live-action TV shows to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) sometimes faltered—remember *Runaways* and *Cloak and Dagger*? —2021 marked a turning point. Marvel Studios launched a new era on Disney+, creating interconnected series deeply intertwined with the blockbuster film franchise.

With the arrival of *Spider-Man: Freshman Year* as the 13th Disney+ Marvel show in just four years, we're taking a look back at the preceding Marvel Studios television series. Just like the Avengers sharing shawarma after the Battle of New York, the IGN Marvel experts have collaborated, ranking all 12 Disney+ Marvel shows to date. We'll update the ranking after *Spider-Man: Freshman Year* concludes.

Every Marvel TV Show in the Disney+ Era Ranked

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12. Secret Invasion

It's surprising to say, but *Secret Invasion* proved a disappointment, widely considered the weakest Marvel TV series yet. While the comic book storyline is a pivotal event, the show largely ignored it. Director Ali Selim's admission of not reading the comics, while sometimes a positive factor, resulted in a lack of vision here. The series attempted to capture the espionage tone of *Captain America: The Winter Soldier*, following Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) against a Skrull invasion. However, slow pacing, a jarring AI-generated opening, the unceremonious death of a beloved character, and a forgettable new character ultimately landed it at the bottom of our rankings.

11. Echo

A significant improvement over *Secret Invasion*, *Echo* still finds itself lower in our ranking. Alaqua Cox reprises her role from *Hawkeye* as the deaf Cheyenne superhero Echo. The series offers an intimate and action-packed look at her life as she returns to the reservation, balancing her powers, past, and relationship with her adoptive father, Kingpin (Vincent D'Onofrio). Despite a shortened episode count leaving some viewers wanting more, the show delivers impressive action sequences, including a standout fight against Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox). It's also notable for its predominantly Indigenous cast and crew. While not as impactful as other entries, *Echo* remains a unique and emotionally resonant addition to the MCU.

10. Moon Knight

Starring Oscar Isaac, *Moon Knight's* lower ranking might surprise some. The series, exploring the multiple personalities of Marc Spector, delivers a dark and surreal antihero story. Blending elements of *One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest*, *Indiana Jones*, and Fox's *Legion*, it introduces Scarlet Scarab (May Calamawy) as a standout character. With strong performances from F. Murray Abraham (Khonshu) and Ethan Hawke (Dr. Arthur Harrow), *Moon Knight* boasts a talented cast but ultimately failed to resonate enough for a higher ranking or a second season.

9. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Despite high expectations, *The Falcon and the Winter Soldier* struggled to take flight. Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan's chemistry was a highlight, but the series was hampered by ambiguous morality, heavy reliance on the Blip storyline, and a focus on espionage over action. Originally slated for the first Disney+ release, production delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the show's narrative and overall reception. Nevertheless, its storyline is crucial to understanding the current MCU, particularly relevant to this year's *Thunderbolt* film.