The Marvels

Name: The Marvels
Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
Released: 2023-11-08
Cast: Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, Iman Vellani, Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton

2023 | 105 min | Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

People are still talking about it, but middling reviews (62% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 5.9 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for sci-fi fans and action fans. If you loved Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 or Guardians of the Galaxy, start here.
The mood: Exciting.
The pace: Fast-moving, at 1 hr 45 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole linked to a Kree revolutionary, Carol's powers become entangled with that of Jersey City super-fan Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, and Carol's estranged niece, now S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together, this unlikely trio must team up and learn to work in concert to save the universe.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
62% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
5.9 out of 10
AwardsWeak
0 wins and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals
Box office & staying powerBelow par
$206 million worldwide on a $275 million budget; interest faded quickly after launch
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.1 million people sought it out in the past year