All MCU Shows That Have Been Review Bombed on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has brought thrilling stories to TV screens, but not every show lands smoothly with audiences. Some face harsh backlash in the form of review bombing, where viewers flood sites like Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb with low scores, often for reasons beyond the show’s quality.

I’ve put together a list of seven MCU shows that faced heavy review bombing, based on reports of targeted negative ratings. These series, often criticized for their diverse leads or creative choices, saw their scores plummet unfairly, sparking debates about fan reactions and fairness.

WandaVision (2021)

‘WandaVision’ stars Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff, creating a sitcom-inspired reality to cope with grief. The show blends retro TV vibes with superhero drama.

Its IMDb score of 7.9 lags behind its 91% Rotten Tomatoes critic score, hit by low ratings from viewers upset over its sitcom format. Many felt it strayed too far from typical MCU action, unfairly tanking its audience reception.

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021)

‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ follows Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson and Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes in a global adventure. It tackles themes of legacy and identity.

The show faced review bombing on IMDb, with scores dropping to the low 7s due to complaints about its social commentary. Some viewers rejected its focus on race and politics, overshadowing its action-packed story.

Hawkeye (2021)

‘Hawkeye’ pairs Jeremy Renner’s Clint Barton with Hailee Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop in a holiday-themed adventure. It’s a grounded tale of mentorship and redemption.

Despite a warm critical reception, IMDb saw a wave of one-star reviews, pulling its score to around 7.4. Critics of its lighter tone and female co-lead drove the negative ratings, though fans later pushed back.

Echo (2024)

‘Echo’ centers on Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez, a deaf Native American hero confronting her past. The gritty series ties to ‘Hawkeye’ and explores family ties.

Its Rotten Tomatoes audience score dipped to 59%, with IMDb ratings at 6.0, hit by complaints about its slower pace and diverse lead. Many low scores appeared before its release, suggesting targeted backlash.

Secret Invasion (2023)

‘Secret Invasion’ stars Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury in a spy thriller about shape-shifting Skrulls. It promised tension but stumbled in execution.

With a 52% Rotten Tomatoes score and a 5.8 IMDb rating, it’s the lowest-rated MCU show, bombed for its uneven pacing and lore changes. Some viewers also criticized its political undertones, fueling the negative flood.

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022)

‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ follows Tatiana Maslany as Jennifer Walters, a lawyer balancing superhero life. The comedic series leans into fourth-wall-breaking humor.

It faced intense review bombing, with IMDb’s 5.2 score driven by one-star reviews targeting its feminist themes and light tone. Despite an 80% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, audience backlash focused on its progressive elements.

Ms. Marvel (2022)

‘Ms. Marvel’ stars Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan, a Pakistani-American teen superhero. The vibrant show celebrates her culture and coming-of-age journey.

It was heavily bombed on IMDb, dropping to 6.2, despite a 98% Rotten Tomatoes critic score. Pre-release one-star reviews attacked its focus on a Muslim teen and perceived ‘woke’ storytelling, ignoring its heartfelt narrative.

Ironheart (2025)

‘Ironheart’ features Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams, a young inventor building an Iron Man-like suit. It’s a street-level story tied to ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’.

Before its Disney+ debut, Rotten Tomatoes showed a 32% audience score, later rising to 69%, while IMDb hit 4.3 with over 50% one-star votes. The bombing targeted its Black female lead, though fans fought to boost its ratings.

Which MCU show’s backlash surprised you most, or is there another that got unfair hate? Share your thoughts in the comments!