Eyes of Wakanda

It's okay! If you've seen Predator: Killer of Killers, Spiderverse, or Arcane, this one might not impress you as much. It was decent for the most part, but the stories weren't particularly amazing-they were just average.

That said, I did enjoy the fight scenes and the tech; those were definite highlights.

One thing I honestly couldn't stand was the accent-it was horrendous. Why couldn't they just speak in a native tongue like the Japanese or Italians do in this same series? Instead, they went with this awkward, forced English accent that just didn't work.

Eyes of Wakanda is visually stunning, with beautiful animation that really brings the world of Wakanda to life. The storytelling is creative, and the music adds to the experience. I also appreciated the tie-ins to the larger Marvel universe-those moments were a treat for longtime fans.

That said, while the show had a strong foundation, it felt like it didn't quite go the distance. The story was engaging, but something was missing-perhaps a deeper emotional core or more time to let the characters breathe. The short runtime didn't help; just as things got interesting, the episode(s) seemed to end.

Overall, I liked Eyes of Wakanda, but I wanted more-more depth, more time, and maybe just a little more of that Marvel magic.

Eyes of Wakanda stands out as a visually stunning and emotionally rich expansion of the MCU, and honestly, I'm baffled at the wave of unwarranted 1 stars it's already receiving. This show is breathtaking-not just in its animation but in its ambition. If you're hearing it's "not worth your time," check that noise at the door and experience it yourself.

From the first episode, it hits like a moving painting: episode one is often described as "premiere energy at its finest," which sets a gripping tone that carries you through all four stories . From ancient Ethiopia to mythic Crete, its painterly, hand-drawn visuals create a style that's rich and textured-no wonder critics have compared it to art brought to life, calling it "moving painting" worthy of a museum .

The show packs action, heart, and culture into tight 30-minute chapters. Characters like Noni and the Lion offer complicated, emotional storytelling, while episode three's ancient Iron Fist arc adds unexpected depth and connectivity to Marvel's broader history . Though some stories feel a bit rushed due to limited runtime, moments shine with real emotional stakes and world-building ambition.

If you've listened to the hype-either good or bad-give yourself a clean slate. Watch Eyes of Wakanda without the internet drama in your ears. You'll find a show that's loud in its beauty, grounded in its themes, and courageous in its storytelling.

Rating: 8/10. Gorgeous, bold, thoughtful, and absolutely deserving of praise. Don't let the noise drown out what this show truly is-it's a rare gem in Marvel's parade.

I hadn't even heard about The Eyes of Wakanda until it popped up on my Disney+ dashboard. To be honest, it didn't immediately grab my attention. Given the uneven quality of recent Disney/Marvel projects, I went in with low expectations-and I couldn't have been more wrong.

The animation is absolutely stunning, hooking me from the very first frame. I'm genuinely impressed by how the creators managed to craft a compelling story across just four episodes, especially when it initially seemed like it might lack structure. While I wouldn't call it the best thing I've ever seen, it's undeniably entertaining-enough to binge all four episodes in one afternoon.

I highly recommend giving The Eyes of Wakanda a watch. It's engaging, cleverly weaves in elements of Wakandan lore, and introduces some intriguing aspects of its history in a fresh and inventive way.

This is only 4 episodes of roughly 1/2 hour each.

It's a perspective on how Wakanda kept itself hidden for so long.

The stories are perfectly watchable and interesting enough although, as per another review, Predator Badlands is a better offshoot of its source material.

There are some interesting themes explored, such as stolen goods (who do they belong to if centuries have passed), inclusivity versus exclusivity and family versus country.

It's perfectly watchable, as I said, but nothing you could say, yeah oh I see that's a different angle to the original stories.

So something like clone wars, bad batch or (as mentioned) Predator badlands show the original stories from a different perspective, Eyes of Wakanda sort of feels like a contextual filler. Nothing new you could say oh wow to but still serves to add to the original story.

For 1/2 hour episodes, it's a reasonable way to kill time.