WandaVision has finally ended and fans are itching for more Disney+/Marvel content. With The Falcon and the Winter Soldier premiering on the service next, the social media embargo was lifted early Friday afternoon. Critics have given their non-spoiler-free thoughts on the first episode of the second MCU series and here’s what they have to say!
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Reactions
Peter Sciretta- SlashFilm
Also, I’m not sure if this excites anyone but me but it’s a long episode (I think nearly 50 minutes) coming off most of the other original Disney+ shows which have (for the most part) hugged that 30 minute runtime (before the extra long credits). Hoping that continues.
— Peter Sciretta loves Star Wars (@PeterSciretta) March 12, 2021
Kevin Polowy- Yahoo Entertainment
Watched the first episode of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier and no spoilers, would like some more immediately. This should help with WandaVision withdrawal.
— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) March 12, 2021
Erik Davis- Fandango
I've watched the first episode of #TheFalconAndWinterSoldier & it's solid. Definitely more somber & dramatic at the start than I was expecting (which is a good thing), but also features the best Falcon action we've seen yet. Good mix of fights & story. I'm sold & hungry for more pic.twitter.com/5gZ9acB0Md
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) March 12, 2021
One last thing I'll mention that I've really loved about these Marvel shows so far are the little details not always explored in a film. Like chaos in a hospital as people come back from The Blip. Also, tiny things like how do superheroes get paid? These kinds of details I adore
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) March 12, 2021
Eric Eisenberg- Cinemablend
Exciting news: The Falcon And The Winter Soldier gets off to a kick-ass start with its first episode. Its high-flying action is perfectly worthy of the MCU, and the emotional stakes are set up well. It also has some cool surprises in store, so be spoiler-phobic! #TFATWS #Marvel pic.twitter.com/7nwm8dKdOw
— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) March 12, 2021
Brandon Davis- Comicbook.com
I watched Episode 1 of #TheFalconAndTheWinterSoldier!
It has some dope action sequences with CA: TWS vibes! Not the pace I expected but spending time with Sam's family and Bucky's mental state is great development.
Mackie & Stan are really good in very different ways. pic.twitter.com/9xwnz4v1eI
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) March 12, 2021
#TheFalconAndTheWinterSoldier has some really touching ties to the MCU and those are some of my favorite parts of Episode 1.
References to other characters, questions about the Avengers, the world's view of Endgame storylines… some small-scale, fun MCU world building. pic.twitter.com/EBIMYssqdO
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) March 12, 2021
Jacob- DiscussingFilm
This first episode kinda showed me that the Disney+ shows are designed inherently to be very different from each other, which is good to avoid burnout from audiences.
— Jacob (@JacobDFilm) March 12, 2021
Tessa Smith- Screen Rant
If the first episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is any indication of the whole season, fans are in for an action packed treat! Looking forward to diving more into these two incredible heroes! @falconandwinter episode 1 is 48 glorious minutes and ends with a WHAT moment! pic.twitter.com/KVok64KXjx
— Tessa Smith – Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) March 12, 2021
Charles Murphy- Murphy’s Multiverse
Everyone is going to come into #FalconAndWinterSoldier expecting big, visceral action and the first episode delivers on that expectation. It also delivered a couple of character moments that gave me chills.
— Charles Murphy (@_CharlesMurphy) March 12, 2021
Stan gives a particularly chilling performance and Mackie’s charisma inhabits every scene, even the ones that don’t go his way. Big action, big moments and big surprises, even for me, and the first act isn’t even done. This is going to be a huge success for #MarvelStudios
— Charles Murphy (@_CharlesMurphy) March 12, 2021
Jenna Busch- JennaBusch.net
I got to watch the first episode of #TheFalconAndTheWinterSoldier, and I loved it! Very different tone from #WandaVision, but really cool! Spectacular battle scene and powerful character moments. I can't wait to hear what you guys think! pic.twitter.com/sqoiAjtMjG
— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) March 12, 2021
Perri Nemiroff- Collider
Loved how unique #WandaVision was but if you're eager for more MCU action #FalconAndWinterSolider delivers in Ep 1. The visual possibilities when so focused on Falcon are already mighty exciting. Also eager to see the more grounded challenges teased grow as the season progresses. pic.twitter.com/OEMFZKl7IJ
— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) March 12, 2021
Geeks of Color
Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan shine in their roles and honor the legacy of Captain America. This show is going to be amazing. #TheFalconAndWinterSoldier pic.twitter.com/8UiytfwKnf
— Geeks of Color #BlackLivesMatter (@GeeksOfColor) March 12, 2021
Herb Scribner- Desert News
Early #TheFalconAndWinterSoldier review (embargo has lifted):
-It's everything you want from Marvel.
-Iron Man vibes/tone in Captain America setting.
-Adds a ton of depth to characters.
-Excited for where the show heads next.
-It's VERY different than #WandaVision.— Herb Scribner (@HerbScribner) March 12, 2021
Richards Nebens- The Direct, The Illmunerdi
Watched the first episode of #TheFalconAndTheWinterSoldier yesterday, Marvel keeps up the winning streak. Just a little tease of action, major character development for Sam and Bucky, and it sets the stage for some insane stuff happening later. Buckle up for a wild #MCU ride.
— Richard Nebens – The Direct, The Illuminerdi (@RNebens) March 12, 2021
There are lots of other reactions to search on Twitter, but the vast majority of the premiere certainly builds up excitement for what’s to come in the next five episodes! Do these reactions for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier get you excited? Let us know in the comments below!
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Source: The Direct
