Following the events of 'Avengers: Endgame,' Sam Wilson/Falcon and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier team up in a global adventure that tests their abilities -- and their patience.Following the events of 'Avengers: Endgame,' Sam Wilson/Falcon and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier team up in a global adventure that tests their abilities -- and their patience.Following the events of 'Avengers: Endgame,' Sam Wilson/Falcon and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier team up in a global adventure that tests their abilities -- and their patience.
- Nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys
- 2 wins & 38 nominations total
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Reviewers say 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' is lauded for its exploration of race, responsibility, and healing, with standout performances from Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan. The show is appreciated for its emotional depth and character arcs, though it draws criticism for political undertones and pacing issues. The action sequences and social issue discussions are both praised and critiqued, reflecting a mixed audience response.
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I thought it was pretty good
I actually thought The Falcon and The Winter Soldier was a pretty good series and good addition the MCU. We learn more about these two characters in the first episode than all the movies they've been in combined. Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/The Falcon) and Sebastian Stan (Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier) are both phenomenal here. The rest of the cast (Wyatt Russell, Emily Van Camp, Daniel Brühl, etc.) are all terrific as well. It has the look and feel of a movie rather than a tv show. It actually reminds me a lot like Captain America: The Winter Soldier. I've enjoyed all the Marvel shows, some more than others, and this one is probably somewhere in the middle. Marvel isn't close to done with these characters either. The two of them, along with John Walker (Wyatt Russell), have movies coming out pretty soon. Sam Wilson/The Falcon has become the new Captain America and has Captain America: Brave New World coming out while Bucky Barnes/The Winter Soldier and John Walker are both part of the rag tag team of antiheroes in the new Thunderbolts* movie coming out. Both movies look really good. As far as this series goes...I know it's only a limited series but I hope they change their minds and do another season because this one was pretty good.
It's political and I love it for that
While The Falcon and the Winter Soldier might not be one of the best Marvel TV shows it's definitely an enjoyable one. The plot can be better and maybe a better villain because I did not enjoy this one(no spoilers) I give The Falcon and the Winter Soldier a solid 8/10 rating. I don't get the bad reviews I thought this was a great show with perfect characters and perfect pacing, a 6 Episode show was just what was required as any longer wasn't necessary. Overall I am exited to watch the new film coming out on February 2025: Captain America: A Brave New World. I would recommend to anyone who likes Marvel or any Superhero genre to definitely not skip this show.
The New Captain America
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is a very solid miniseries that gives us MCU's new generation to Captain America. Sure, the movie may not have the best pacing even for streaming and the writing isn't as strong as most of the movies. But it does a very good job for having an enjoyable plot, solid characters, great visuals, exciting action, and a very strong social commentary on the last episode against discrimination and how the world can be corrupted, even to this day. I get that there may be those that prefer watching the MCU movies than the shows since they do have other things, which I understand the sentiment. But I think this is the series that's worth checking out if you want to watch something on Disney Plus that's action packed and legitimately mature. It may not be the best thing to come out of MCU, but I consider this as one of the better MCU shows to find.
It's a 6,5 and that's probably too much. Main problem: The PLOT.
Marvel has spoiled us fans in the past. But this series is just not as good. Its not because of politics or of political correctness or of racial mentions; its because of the PLOT.
Which kinda sucks. Inconsistent and at many times just pointless, the plot seems uninspired and forced, in order to make this series' story move forward.
Here's a few: What exactly was Carly's main motivation? What makes the GRC so bad for Carly? Why don't they work more on the idea of the shield as a mantle? That could have been a great opportunity here.
Why get into the power broker story arc in the first place and not further develop it?
And why spend so much time in the political issues? Is that because the script is just non-existant? Maybe... The dialogue at times is also incredibly stupid...which makes me wonder about the way marvel/disney approach their audience nowadays.
Wandavision was not perfect but it was smart and well made with good dialogue and world building. But this one is more closer to a messy, character-lacking and backstory-missing series.
Now why 6,5? 1-The action sequences are good and the start is impressive. Also there is a few more action sequences further on which are worth it. 2-Stan and Mackie are good action actors and look alright on screen, so its fun watching them and their chemistry is ok. 3-because i m a fan like most people here and i still like watching these stories and I appreciate the effort needed to get these done.
I would just like this one to be better... 6,5/10 for the action.
Which kinda sucks. Inconsistent and at many times just pointless, the plot seems uninspired and forced, in order to make this series' story move forward.
Here's a few: What exactly was Carly's main motivation? What makes the GRC so bad for Carly? Why don't they work more on the idea of the shield as a mantle? That could have been a great opportunity here.
Why get into the power broker story arc in the first place and not further develop it?
And why spend so much time in the political issues? Is that because the script is just non-existant? Maybe... The dialogue at times is also incredibly stupid...which makes me wonder about the way marvel/disney approach their audience nowadays.
Wandavision was not perfect but it was smart and well made with good dialogue and world building. But this one is more closer to a messy, character-lacking and backstory-missing series.
Now why 6,5? 1-The action sequences are good and the start is impressive. Also there is a few more action sequences further on which are worth it. 2-Stan and Mackie are good action actors and look alright on screen, so its fun watching them and their chemistry is ok. 3-because i m a fan like most people here and i still like watching these stories and I appreciate the effort needed to get these done.
I would just like this one to be better... 6,5/10 for the action.
Entertaining Enough
While The Falcon and the Winter Soldier isn't as good as Loki or WandaVision, it's still a really good show. It's an action packed thriller from start to finish. Like most things from Marvel, this show will grab you and pull you into their world from the very first episode and not let go. While all these Marvel series ties into their ongoing story from the movies, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier actually ended having a much bigger impact in the MCU than most of their other series. It shows the start of how Sam Wilson/The Falcon starts his journey to becoming the new Captain America. It also brings you the John Walker (Wyatt Russell) character who joins Bucky/Winter Soldier in the new Thunderbolts movie coming out. You'll have so much fun watching this show that you'll have binged the entire season before you know it. If you plan on watching the new Captain America movie or the Thunderbolts movie then this is a must watch.
Did you know
- TriviaWyatt Russell revealed that he originally auditioned for the role of Captain America for Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) and that it was his very first audition. Chris Evans got the role and Russell got to play the next incarnation of Captain America in this show.
- Crazy creditsDuring the portion of the end credits that is accompanied by photographs, graffiti and newspaper clippings, Sebastian Stan receives top billing in the odd-numbered episodes and Anthony Mackie gets top billing in the even-numbered ones.
However, they are followed by a more complete cast list in the non-animated part of the end credits in which Mackie always receives top billing.
- ConnectionsEdited into Marvel Studios: Legends: The Dora Milaje (2022)
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- 50m
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- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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