Every MCU Phase 5 Disney+ Series Ranked By Viewership Numbers

The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase 5 brought a mix of bold new stories and familiar faces to Disney+, with varying success in capturing audiences. Viewership numbers tell a story of which shows hooked viewers and which struggled to keep up, reflecting both fan loyalty and fresh appeal.

I’ve been glued to these series, but it’s clear some resonated more than others based on how many people tuned in. Here are all eight MCU Phase 5 Disney+ series, from lowest to highest viewership, based on available data for their premiere episodes or total watch time.

What If…? Season 2 (2023-2024)

This animated anthology, voiced by Jeffrey Wright as The Watcher, explores alternate MCU realities with characters like Captain Carter and Kahhori. Its creative multiverse tales are fun but niche, with no clear viewership numbers for its second season, suggesting it drew a smaller crowd than live-action shows.

I enjoyed the wild scenarios, like a Hela redemption arc, but the show’s animated format and lack of main-timeline stakes likely kept it under the radar. It’s a gem for comic fans, yet it didn’t pull the massive audiences of other Phase 5 entries.

I Am Groot Season 2 (2023)

Vin Diesel voices Baby Groot in this series of short, kid-friendly animated adventures aboard the Guardians’ ship. With no specific viewership data reported, its lighthearted, non-canon tone likely placed it among the least-watched, appealing mostly to younger viewers.

I found the shorts cute, with Groot getting into silly mischief, but they lack the depth to draw huge crowds. The bite-sized episodes are charming yet feel like a side dish compared to the MCU’s meatier series.

Ironheart (2025)

Dominique Thorne stars as Riri Williams, a young genius building her iron suit after her debut in ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’ While exact viewership numbers are unavailable, its recent release and mixed reception suggest it ranks low, likely below more established shows.

I was intrigued by Riri’s clash of tech and magic, especially with Anthony Ramos as The Hood. However, the show’s focus on a newer character and complex plot might have limited its initial pull compared to bigger names.

Ms. Marvel (2022)

Iman Vellani shines as Kamala Khan, a teen superhero fangirl discovering her cosmic powers. Samba TV reported 775,000 U.S. households watched the premiere in its first five days, making it one of the lowest-viewed MCU series debuts.

I loved Kamala’s vibrant energy and the show’s fresh teen-comedy vibe, but its overlap with ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ likely split audiences. Despite critical praise, the new character and Wednesday slot didn’t draw the biggest crowds.

Secret Invasion (2023)

Samuel L. Jackson returns as Nick Fury, tackling a Skrull rebellion alongside Ben Mendelsohn and Emilia Clarke. Samba TV noted 994,000 U.S. households streamed the premiere in its first five days, just above ‘Ms. Marvel’ but far below top performers.

I was hooked by the spy-thriller tone, but the slow pace and lack of major MCU ties disappointed some. The AI-generated credits controversy also turned off viewers, keeping numbers lower than expected.

Echo (2023-2024)

Alaqua Cox leads as Maya Lopez, a deaf Native American hero confronting her past and Kingpin’s return. Variety reported it earned 11.8% of Disney+ original series watch time in 2024, making it a massive hit, boosted by its all-at-once release.

I admired Maya’s gritty journey and the Choctaw cultural focus, which gave the show heart. The binge model and ties to ‘Hawkeye’ helped it dominate streaming charts, proving its standalone appeal.

Loki Season 2 (2023)

Tom Hiddleston’s Loki navigates multiversal chaos with Owen Wilson and Sophia Di Martino. Variety noted it accounted for 3.1% of Disney+ original watch time in 2024, while earlier data showed Season 1 hit 5.23 billion minutes, suggesting strong but slightly lower viewership for Season 2.

I was captivated by Loki’s emotional arc and the TVA’s time-bending stakes. Its critical acclaim and established fan base kept it near the top, though it didn’t quite match its first season’s massive numbers.

Agatha All Along (2024)

Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha Harkness leads a coven with Joe Locke and Aubrey Plaza in this ‘WandaVision’ spinoff. Variety reported 9.3 million viewers for its premiere week, making it one of the biggest MCU Disney+ launches in Phase 5.

I loved the witchy vibe and Hahn’s magnetic performance, which pulled me in from the start. The show’s ties to ‘WandaVision’ and Halloween release fueled its huge viewership, reigniting fan excitement.

Daredevil: Born Again (2025-)

Charlie Cox reprises Matt Murdock, battling Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin in this gritty reboot. It drew 7.5 million views in its premiere week, per reports, and boosted the original ‘Daredevil’ by 153%, landing it among the top.

I was thrilled by the intense fights and deep character work, which felt true to the Netflix series. Its mature tone and loyal fan base drove massive viewership, proving Marvel can still deliver with grounded stories.

X-Men ‘97 (2024-)

This animated revival of the ‘90s series follows mutants like Cyclops and Storm, voiced by Ray Chase and Alison Sealy-Smith. Variety reported it claimed 6.8% of Disney+ original watch time in 2024, outpacing most MCU shows.

I was blown away by the nostalgic action and bold storytelling, which hooked both old fans and new viewers. Its high critical praise and legacy status made it a streaming juggernaut, topping Phase 5.

Which MCU Phase 5 show did you binge the most, or is there one you think deserved more viewers? Share your thoughts in the comments!