Skull Island

The show has jokes, but only within the banter between characters. Considering the violence is treated with more savagery here than in the films it makes sense the characters might rely on some amount of levity to help themselves survive.

The animation is pretty standard, nothing flashy, but reminds me of the 90s stuff I grew up with like the '98 Godzilla series.

There are monsters aplenty, of all shapes and sizes, and lots of redshirts to give them something to chow down on. Kong is his own thing in this but holds the same fundamental traits we are used to. And thanks to the humour (which for me mostly lands) the human characters are entertaining too.

Recommended for fans of King Kong films in general.

When I read all the reviews trashing this, I believed them. I almost didn't even get it. But then I thought: "How bad can it really be?" Turns out, it's not bad. The reviewers are just very wrong.

This site is just really beginning to be useless. They don't even allow most of my reviews. Then the reviews they allow, are largely wrong. Don't get me wrong, may are good. But, it's getting hard to know which reviews to believe.

Anyways, the show is about a group of people, who end up stranded on Skull Island. There are some crypto-zoologists, their family, a strange girl, and another group, of mercenaries. They must deal with the monstrous inhabitants, while seeking an escape from the island.

Story wise, I'd definitely rank this among the best King Kong stories I've ever seen. It does a good job of showing a bit about Kong's history. And the new characters, their story is good, with converging story lines.

I'm on episode 8 right now. So, not quite finished. It's been really nothing but great so far. So, it would take a really bad ending, to drop my rating from a 10. The action is great. The story is great. The monsters are great. I recommend it for anyone.

There's nothing offensive to children, or adults. I don't get the low ratings, at all. Give it a shot. The longer you watch it the better it gets.

I think this was a decent show and fit well into the monsterverse. I feel like it may mess up a few things with the pre-existing lore that has been established for skull island but at the end of the day what franchise hasn't done that before.

I feel the ending was a smart choice but it feels like they made this show on the knowledge that there would be a season 2. I fell the show also could have benefited from longer episodes, maybe extending them to half an hour would have been enough, just to make a few things a bit more clear

It's refreshing to take a step back from the massive 300 foot monster fights, even in a franchise where that's the reason we show up. I think the characters are well done and the way they show the monsters is so unique. I don't think the monsters have been this way since Kong: Skull Island which makes sense because that is the only movie (besides a few in Godzilla vs Kong) that has smaller monsters that actually would care for the human characters because to the bigger monsters like say Rodan why should he come down to eat a single human whereas for these monsters it makes sense.

All round this show is pretty good and if a season 2 is on the way I will definitely sit down and watch, and hopefully it explains that ending.

This show was a lot of fun to watch and had a lot of interesting characters in it. It had humor, great action and good writing. I think people wanted more Kong but honestly they did a great job of showing us all the other creatures on skull island. And unlike the movies, the people in the show are interesting.

If you go in with expectations of just seeing Kong fight a bunch of monsters every episode then yeah you may be disappointed. But if you keep an open mind I think anyone can enjoy this. That's not to say that they don't give him screen time as there are some awesome fights with Kong. Give it a chance.

Netflix's Skull Island is an action-packed, thrilling series that breathes new life into the King Kong franchise. Set on the mysterious island that's home to the giant ape, Skull Island follows a group of characters as they navigate the perilous terrain and fend off the dangerous creatures that call the island home.

The show introduces a diverse and intriguing cast of characters, each with their own motivations for coming to the island. Leading the way is a former British soldier, played by Sam Strike, who takes on the role of a charismatic but troubled leader. He's joined by a journalist, played by Emily Coutts, who is determined to uncover the truth about Skull Island and what really happened during the war there. There's also a group of scientists who are studying the island's unique ecosystem, as well as a band of mercenaries who are there to find something valuable.

What's great about Skull Island is that it doesn't rely solely on King Kong to carry the story. The creatures on the island are just as fascinating and exciting as the giant ape himself. From the terrifying Death Jackals to the massive Rock Lions, the island is a dangerous place filled with all manner of beasts. The show does a great job of introducing each new creature and building up the tension as the characters battle them.

Of course, King Kong is still a major presence in the show. While he's not the focus of every episode, he still manages to loom large over the proceedings. The show does a great job of showing the humanity in the giant ape, making him more than just a mindless monster. There are moments where you can't help but feel for Kong, especially as he becomes embroiled in the human drama on the island.

The show also benefits from stellar production values. The island is beautifully realized, with stunning visual effects bringing the creatures and environments to life. The action is thrilling, with expertly choreographed fight scenes and tense escapes. The show's score is also noteworthy, with a bombastic soundtrack that perfectly captures the epic scope of the story.

Perhaps the only downside to Skull Island is that it can be a bit slow at times. There are a few episodes where the pacing slows down and the characters spend more time talking than battling beasts. While these breathers are necessary to build character and context, they can feel a bit too drawn out.

Overall, Netflix's Skull Island is an exciting and well-crafted addition to the King Kong canon. Its vibrant characters, thrilling action, and beautiful production values make it a must-watch for fans of the franchise. While it can be a bit slow at times, the show ultimately delivers an entertaining and captivating adventure on the mysterious island.