ThisThe Defendersreview is based on the first four episodes.
It contains NO spoilers at all!
ButThe Defendersdoesnt have any room for filler with eight episodes.
Its remarkable, then, thatThe Defendersdoesnt appear to be in any rush at all.
Dont worry, because when they finally do unite for the first time, its an absolute blast.
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The opening two episodes almost function like additional chapters of each heros own show.
Perhaps the biggest surprise comes from Iron Fist.
Theyre darker, more violent, and even more richly photographed.
If nothing else, its a step in the right direction for the character.
Some of the usual problems with these shows are still hanging around, though.
That isnt the case withThe Defenders.
But anyone who has enjoyed the other Marvel Netflix shows most certainly wont want to skipThe Defenders.
Want to know what its like when Jessica crosses paths with the not-having-any-of-your-crap Misty Knight?
The Defendersarrives on Netflix on August 18.
