The Defenders is the closest thing you'll get to a superhero crossover without leaving Netflix’s universe. And while it doesn’t go all-in on everything, it’s definitely engaging and entertaining. Bringing Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist together in one story is a treat for fans, and the best part is it doesn’t drag on — eight well-paced episodes with no filler.
That said, there are moments where the group dynamics don’t fully click. Sometimes it feels like Luke Cage could handle everything on his own — just by walking, no kicks needed — and at others, you wonder why he doesn’t. And while the show works overall, the absence of a character like The Punisher is definitely noticeable. He would’ve been a perfect fit and could’ve raised the stakes a lot.
Sigourney Weaver adds gravitas to the villain role, and some of the dialogue between characters sparkles, though others fall into well-worn clichés. Still, the pace picks up as the story progresses, and once everyone kicks into action mode, things take off.
All in all, The Defenders feels like a reunion of old friends who might not be perfect together, but they’ve got enough charisma to make you want to stick around and see what happens next. And that’s saying something.
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