The First Reactions To Marvel's WANDAVISION Have Hit Social Media and Critics Are Loving It

A bunch of critics have had the opportunity to watch the first three episodes of Marvel’s WandaVision. We were not among them, but this is a series that I’ve been extremely excited about watching and it judging by these first initial reactions, it sounds like the series is going to live up to my expectations and deliver some awesome and wild Marvel insanity!

Check out what critics are saying about WandaVision below:

We knew #WandaVision was going to offer a much different view of the MCU, and boy does it. Much of the sitcom setup of the show makes the reality of the situation moments incredibly tense and gripping.

— James Viscardi (@JimViscardi) January 9, 2021

#WandaVision is truly unlike anything the MCU has put out before. I can’t emphasize that enough.

It is a blast to watch. It is so committed to the sitcom structure of story telling that it feels like a bold risk - but it pays off and builds a mystery.

It is awesome. pic.twitter.com/NbGBsGLfmc

— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) January 9, 2021

Elizabeth Olsen & Paul Bettany are tremendous together in #WandaVision. Their chemistry comes through brilliantly and they are a blast to watch. Bettany is especially having a good time & it shows.

There is so much heart, fun, mystery, and darkness between #Wanda and #TheVision. pic.twitter.com/GCIJKBvB73

— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) January 9, 2021

Have seen the first 3 episodes of #Wandavision and *LOVE* how big of a swing @MarvelStudios is taking with the series. The reason the #MCU is king of the hill is @Kevfeige’s amazing leadership and willingness to take risks like what you'll see in 'Wandavision'. pic.twitter.com/EgUUUxXudh

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) January 9, 2021

WandaVision is everything I wanted it to be and more. It is not a parody or snarky take on classic sitcoms. It’s the most respectful, sincere celebration of that art form that I’ve seen.... ever?

— Brett White (@brettwhite) January 9, 2021

I saw three episodes of WandaVision and I am hooked. They really go for it.
This has to be one of the most ambitious (also weirdest) things Marvel’s ever done, and this is the studio that had 300 superheroes in their last movie.

— Kevin Polowy (@djkevlar) January 9, 2021

Charles Murphy's thoughts on the first three episodes of #WandaVision. pic.twitter.com/9W5gqSOT7J

— Murphy's Multiverse (@MultiverseMurph) January 9, 2021

The first 3 episodes of WANDAVISION are a fantastic creative spin on the sitcom format that makes way for a very intriguing season debut.

Truly new ground for Marvel with inventive filmmaking that makes each episode special. pic.twitter.com/pMe6uGUX3t

— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) January 9, 2021

WANDAVISION is a tantalizing experiment with shades of Lynch that is almost irritatingly dedicated to slowly playing out its mystery. (I wanted more!) But one surprise: It's funny! The jokes feel at home in the I LOVE LUCY/BEWITCHED-homaging world, Paul Bettany is a comedy star pic.twitter.com/ulKuupVgmH

— Hoai-Tran Bui (@htranbui) January 9, 2021

The entire cast of #WandaVision is great and fully commited to the stylized approach but Elizabeth Olsen’s performance is truly outstanding and one of those “Man, if awards shows weren't snobby about superhero stuff, she would likely get an Emmy nomination” situations.

— Eric Goldman (@TheEricGoldman) January 9, 2021

#WandaVision is nothing short of BRILLIANT. EASILY the MCU's boldest, most original & innovative venture thus far. The true genius comes from Jac Schaeffer's smart, sharp, witty, script & Bettany & Olsen's electric performances. I had the biggest smile on my face the whole time. pic.twitter.com/exu8m5Dtp9

— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) January 9, 2021

WandaVision - it’s a gas! After screening the first 3 episodes, I’m hooked! Fun, clever, and Marvel-ous, the quirky 30-minute sitcom style leaves you wanting another episode each time.#WandaVision pic.twitter.com/HHuTj93cdf

— Tania Lamb (@LolaLambchops) January 9, 2021

#WandaVision is unlike anything you’ve seen before in the MCU. It’s so strange, funny, and the mystery is compelling (albeit a slow burn. Fans of vintage sitcoms will adore its commitment to the details, while still being genuinely funny.

— Peter Sciretta loves Star Wars (@PeterSciretta) January 9, 2021

Watched the first 3 episodes of #WandaVision yesterday. It's weird & hilarious in ways Marvel has no right attempting, but they nail it anyway. Then it sprinkles in just enough mystery to keep you speculating and fascinated. I'm so excited to see how far it can go. pic.twitter.com/7PIFQiUNxF

— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) January 9, 2021

The detailed craftsmanship & practicality that went into recreating the spirit of classic sitcoms is absolutely stunning, but the real magic trick is Shakman's mastery over a complex tone. It's hysterical, tense, compelling, otherworldly. One of my FAV MCU entries. #WandaVision pic.twitter.com/vWHIzdi2hz

— Griffin Schiller (@griffschiller) January 9, 2021

Marvel Studios’ WandaVision blends the style of classic sitcoms with the Marvel Cinematic Universe in which Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany)—two super-powered beings living their ideal suburban lives—begin to suspect that everything is not as it seems.

Olsen and Paul Bettany will be joined by Teyonah Parris as the grown-up version of Monica Rambeau, Karthryn Hahn as Agatha Harkness, Kat Dennings reprising her role as Darcy Lewis, and Randall Park returning as FBI Agent Jimmy Woo from Ant-Man and the Wasp.

The series is being developed by Jac Schaeffer (Captain Marvel), who is also serving as the series’ producer, showrunner, and head writer. Director Matt Shakman is helming episodes of the show.

The first two episodes of the series will drop on Disney+ on January 15th.