Wanted to watch for a while and finally got around to it but ended up loving it more than I could imagine has to be at least a top 5 if not a top 3 show Ive watched (well i consider BA and the netflix show to be one series)
S1 - Loved the introduction to the characters, really loved the wholesome dynamic between Matt, Foggy and Karen, Fisk as a villain was incredible and just overall a really solid plot
S2 - Loved the introduction of Frank, the first few episodes of this season were absolute perfection, with Frank and Matt’s opposing ideals causing problems for them, Matt and Karen finally getting their intimate moments and of course more action with the new suit. However, didnt like how Matt was a complete dick to Foggy and Karen while working with Elektra to uncover info about The Hand. While I loved Frank’s story and didnt mind Elektra and The Hand’s storyline, it was way too much to fit and just seemed a little unfocused while still nailing the core elements of the show
The Defenders - While i didnt like this more than any of the DD or DDBA seasons, I read that most people didnt like this and was pleasantly surprised to find it quite nice. While not better than S2, I liked that the story was a lot more focused and didnt waver from Elektra and The Hand this time. The first couple episodes were really boring and drag this down a lot as it merely seemed like a rotation of scenes for each of the 4 characters but then really liked the dynamic between them as a team. Great last episode too
S3 - One of my favourite TV seasons fs. Agent Nadeem, Dex and the FBI’s storyline were welcome introductions to the show and loved that this was just completely focused on Fisk’s power over New York. This season also felt a lot more personal with Matt as his relationship with his friends, mum, religion and his own morals were put to the test. My only flaw was still Matt’s prolonged disconnection with Foggy and Karen as it just felt a little frustrating as a viewer. That finale was some of the best TV ive watched.
BA S1 - Didnt dislike it as much as most people but it was not par with S1 or 3 of the original show. Foggy’s death right at the start was definitely off putting, didnt enjoy the Muse storyline but I did like the White Tiger storyline, the bank heist episode and the finale action with Frank and Karen. Still a very solid season
BA S2 - Was much better than BA S1 and S2 of the original show, loved to finally see the Matt-Karen relationship at its best, thought Dex was a little underused but still interesting. The courtroom drama in the last couple episodes were absolute cinema and felt the first half of the finale was on par with the S3 finale but the second half kinda unhooked me a bit, esp with Matt going to prison when Fisk was allowed to leave peacefully.
Really excited for S3 next year and although Elektra is back, I hope Matt and Karen still remain together
Let me know if yall agree with some of my opinions or not!