LUKE CAGE SEASON 1 RATINGS
S.1 of "Luke Cage" managed to be even more disappointing and messed up than Jessica Jones' s.1!!!!!!!!
Luke is basically a more tragic and "real", black version of Christopher Reeve's Superman, and so he was very likable and sympathetic. Of all the other characters only Cottonmouth and Mariah were interesting and captivating, the rest of them were either unnoticeable or terrible (like Shades). Pretty much the same goes for the acting, Mike Colter, Alfre Woodard, Rosario Dawson and Mahershala Ali gave nuanced and excellent performances. The rest of the cast unfortunately raised from good to terrible, especially Theo Rossi. While Simonne Missick's acting and Misty as a character were good in the beginning, they got unforgivably worse and worse with each episode. Another problem that I have is with Diamondback he is one of the lamest and most terrible main villains in TV History and Harvey was too over the top in the role. The show constantly tries to be dramatic and dark and when succeeds in it, it is wonderful (like in "Manifest"), but when not, it becomes boring and ridiculous. The fights are insanely poor and some of the worst in the superhero genre. The pace was unnecessary slow, but the music and the atmosphere were great. Finally, the season finale was very underwhelming and the season in general lacked enough excitement and satisfaction....
Overall rating: 7.5/10
Luke is basically a more tragic and "real", black version of Christopher Reeve's Superman, and so he was very likable and sympathetic. Of all the other characters only Cottonmouth and Mariah were interesting and captivating, the rest of them were either unnoticeable or terrible (like Shades). Pretty much the same goes for the acting, Mike Colter, Alfre Woodard, Rosario Dawson and Mahershala Ali gave nuanced and excellent performances. The rest of the cast unfortunately raised from good to terrible, especially Theo Rossi. While Simonne Missick's acting and Misty as a character were good in the beginning, they got unforgivably worse and worse with each episode. Another problem that I have is with Diamondback he is one of the lamest and most terrible main villains in TV History and Harvey was too over the top in the role. The show constantly tries to be dramatic and dark and when succeeds in it, it is wonderful (like in "Manifest"), but when not, it becomes boring and ridiculous. The fights are insanely poor and some of the worst in the superhero genre. The pace was unnecessary slow, but the music and the atmosphere were great. Finally, the season finale was very underwhelming and the season in general lacked enough excitement and satisfaction....
Overall rating: 7.5/10
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- DirectorPaul McGuiganStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickWith tension building in the streets of Harlem thanks to ruthless club owner Cottonmouth, Luke finds it increasingly difficult to live a quiet life.9/10 = Excellent
- DirectorPaul McGuiganStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickLuke is pulled deeper into the fight for his neighborhood when, as a favor to an old friend, he tries to help a kid who's in trouble with Cottonmouth.9/10 = Excellent
- DirectorGuillermo NavarroStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickIn the aftermath of a chaotic event at a favorite Harlem hangout, Luke heeds the call to action and hits Cottonmouth where he'll feel it most.9/10 = Excellent
- DirectorVincenzo NataliStarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiAs he rescues a victim of Cottonmouth's vengeance, Luke remembers his earlier life and the conspiracy that led to his superhuman strength.9/10 = Excellent (Best episode of the season)
- DirectorMarc JobstStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickCottonmouth strikes back at Luke by taking his vengeance out on the people of Harlem, while detective Knight and Scarfe face an unexpected threat.8/10 = Decent
- DirectorSam MillerStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickAfter Cottonmouth and Scarfe's bloody clash, Luke realizes that saving the community may turn former allies into enemies, and enemies into allies.8/10 = Decent
- DirectorAndy GoddardStarsMike ColterMahershala AliSimone MissickMariah's political career comes under fire, and Cottonmouth picks up information that could put Luke on the run.9/10 = Excellent
- DirectorMagnus MartensStarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiMariah campaigns to turn the city and the police against Luke, and not even Misty or Claire may be able to save him.8/10 = Decent
- DirectorTom ShanklandStarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiWith Luke wounded and on the run, Misty faces a soul-searching interrogation. Mariah's rise to power takes a dark turn.7.5/10 = Just Good
- DirectorStephen SurjikStarsMike ColterSimone MissickErik LaRay HarveyLuke gets closer to the truth about Reva and her part in his fate, while Mariah wrestles with the morality of her new role. Misty hunts for Luke.7/10 = Almost Good
- DirectorGeorge Tillman Jr.StarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiIn one bold move, a person from Luke's past puts Luke on the defensive, Misty in dire straits, and Harlem's safety in jeopardy.7.5/10 = Just Good
- DirectorPhil AbrahamStarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiMisty digs deeper for the truth as the neighbourhood's power players throw the city into confusion.7/10 = Almost Good
- DirectorClark JohnsonStarsMike ColterSimone MissickTheo RossiWith all of Harlem bearing witness, Luke takes on the fight of his life in hopes of emerging as the defender his city needs.6.5/10 = Mediocre
