Ms. Marvel TV Reviews: What Are Critics’ First Reactions?

Ms. Marvel has high expectations ahead of it now that Marvel Studios has a number of series under its belt. The MCU's Disney+ offerings have had a near impeccable track record so far, earning favorable reactions from critics and fans alike. WandaVision, Loki, Moon Knight, and more delivered exceptional stories on the streaming service, so it's now up to Kamala Khan's solo show to meet that high bar once again.

Not only that, but Ms. Marvel has been subject to criticism and controversy in the lead-up to launch, largely stemming from the alteration of the titular hero's powers. Figures at Marvel Studios, like President Kevin Feige, have done their best to reassure fans, though some are still skeptical about whether the show's rendition will match the heights of the comics' portrayal.

Will Ms. Marvel be ranked amongst the best of the best MCU movies and TV shows? Audiences now have a bit more insight into how the series stacks up to what's come before.

First Reactions to Ms. Marvel Released

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Ahead of the Disney+ series' release on June 8, members of the press shared their reactions to the first two episodes of Ms. Marvel.

Laughing Place described the show as being the MCU's take on Mean Girls, saying Iman Vellani is "perfect" in the lead role:

"Ms. Marvel is charming, hilarious and just a ton of fun. Iman Vellani is perfect as Kamala Khan and the rest of the cast delivers on every level. This show is Marvel meets Mean Girls."

Charles Murphy of Murphy's Multiverse found the pilot episode surprising "in the best ways," stating that teenage fans will "fall in love" with Ms. Marvel:

"The Ms. Marvel pilot episode caught me by surprise in the best ways. It’s as close as we’ve come in the MCU to comic book pages coming to life. It’s inventive, bright & a ton of fun. My strong feeling is that teens are going to fall in love with this show. I know my kids will."

CineXpress's Fico Cangiano described the first two episodes as "a fun, witty & colorful introduction" to Kamala Khan's story:

"Iman Vellani is marvelous as young Kamala Khan aka Ms. Marvel. The first 2 episodes are a fun, witty & colorful introduction to her imaginative teenage coming-of-age story. Style & tone reminded me of Mitchells Vs. The Machines. So far, so good. Looking forward to the rest of it."

Mary Maerz of Murphy’s Multiverse had “meh” expectations going into the series, but got more excited for Kamala Khan’s future after watching the first two episodes while also saying she’s “optimistic” about the change to the young hero’s powers:

“I got to see the first 2 episodes of Ms. Marvel. Had meh expectations, but so far it is wonderful. It’s the first thing to actually get me excited about The Marvels. Iman Vellani is perfect as Kamala Khan, and I’m feeling optimistic about the changes to her origin/powers now.”

Collider’s Maggie Lovitt felt like the show “doesn’t quite know what it is yet” after the first two episodes, but remained hopeful that it would find its footing as the show goes on:

“I’ve seen the first two episodes of Ms. Marvel! The series feels like a lighthearted departure from previous series; filled with clever editing, smart dialogue, and teenage woes. It doesn’t quite know what it is yet, but hopefully it’ll get there soon. Iman Vellani is fantastic.”

Comicbook.com’s Jenna Anderson believed that Ms. Marvel is “the best-constructed MCU TV show yet,” and is ready to see even more of the series:

"The first two episodes of Ms. Marvel are so wonderful! This feels like the best-constructed MCU TV show yet, while also perfectly capturing Kamala’s world in the comics. The aesthetics and MCU connections rule, and the cast is unbelievably charming. I can’t wait to see more."

Film critic Zach Pope praised the stylish visuals of the show, ultimately calling it a “delightful surprise:”

“Ms. Marvel is a Delightful Surprise. The first 2 episodes establish a stylistic coming of age story visually/story wise that was AWESOME.. Kinda reminded me of Dope in some ways. Iman Vellani Ms Marvel is one of your next favorite Marvel Heroes! Very happy to see the rest”

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