Marvel Cinematic Universe has experienced a steep decline in recent years as fans have often expressed their dissatisfaction with the projects from the franchise’s fourth and fifth phases. The Marvels, which is the 33rd film in the MCU, became one of the worst-performing films of the franchise upon its theatrical release.
The Marvels starring Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, and Iman Vellani in the lead roles continued the plot threads from several previous MCU entries. However, the film failed to impress critics and fans alike. The film recently debuted on Disney+ and fans who initially ignored it got a chance to view it. Some fans took to social media to share their positive reaction to The Marvels despite the initial hate it received. Here is what fans are saying about The Marvels after its streaming debut.
The Marvels Became One of MCU’s Worse Performing Films
Directed by Nia DaCosta, The Marvels follows the story of Brie Larson‘s Carol Danvers / Captain Marvel, Iman Vellani‘s Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel, and Teyonah Parris‘ Monica Rambeau. The trio, who begin swapping places when trying to use their powers, are forced to team up to defeat a Kree leader trying to restore her home world.
Upon its theatrical release on November 10, 2023, the film received mixed to negative reviews from critics and fans. The Marvels currently has an approval rating of 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the third worst-reviewed MCU film as per the Tomatometer.
At the same time, it grossed only $206.1 million against a reported production budget of $270 million. Thus, it became the lowest-grossing film in the MCU and the first to gross less than $100 million at the domestic box office.
The film was reported to have a breakeven point of $439.6 million and required to earn at least $700 million to make any profit. Hence, it has also been called the first box-office bomb of the MCU by some outlets. Consequently, the film was deemed a disaster by fans as it emerged as a critical and commercial failure.
The Marvels Receives Praise From MCU Fans After Streaming Debut
The film made its streaming debut on February 7, 2024, and fans who initially dismissed the movie gave it a chance on Disney+. After its streaming debut, X user @PhilSpidermain started a discussion about the movie online. Most fans had a surprisingly positive reaction to the movie and here is what they said about The Marvels on X.
I didn't hate the movie, I just thought it was very average and forgettable
It's no love and thunder, but it isn't gotg3— 🦇 Zeo 🦇 (@Zeotrax27) February 13, 2024
It's better than it's reputation. It's short, light, popcorn fun. It's not deep or particularly emotionally engaging, but the three leads had chemistry, and Kamala was a joy to watch. A couple of the fight scenes were pretty darn creative.
An average quality flick.
— CivilizedYawp (@dirkdada) February 13, 2024
It was fun didn't deserve the hate it got. Kamala acted as we all would coming face to face with superheroes
— Tommy Ka$h (@Tommy_Kash80) February 13, 2024
It was great fun, not one of my all time favourites, mainly due to a weak villain, but the lead trio was terrific and the action delightfully imaginative.
And I loved the planet of musicals pic.twitter.com/4lJgLLn92L
— Nerdtastic1221 (@Nerdtastic1221) February 13, 2024
Yes, I liked it, I enjoyed it I can’t speak for others to me it was good, I had a great time, if someone can’t deal with that, if this common upsets anyone don’t reply and just accept that I’m different, I’m not lying, I had a good time, I know the flaws, I like it anyway
— Comic Bat🦇 (@Iamvengeance39) February 13, 2024
As the reactions suggest, most fans found The Marvels to be fun to watch and enjoyed the movie on streaming. While fans did not find the movie as compelling as some of the best entries in the MCU since the conclusion of phase three, they considered it an improvement compared to Thor: Love and Thunder.
Moreover, some fans provided constructive feedback regarding the film and provided nuanced explanations regarding which aspects of the film they enjoyed and which elements did not please them. Overall, fans showered plenty of love on The Marvels after its streaming debut and called it an entertaining popcorn flick.
The Marvels is streaming on Disney+.
