Summary
The Marvels' Rotten Tomatoes score was revealed as the first reviews dropped. While many critics praised theCaptain Marvelsequel, it currently isn’t enough to stop the film from debuting with one of the MCU’s lowest Rotten Tomatoes scores.
Captain Marvel 2has experienced a rough rollout ahead of its release. WhileCaptain Marvelwas a $1 billion box office success,The Marvelsbox office projections droppeda few days before its release, an unusual and ominous sign for the sequel. While there might have been hope that positive reactions could boostThe Marvels' box office prospects, early reviews indicate this might not happen.
As of the evening of November 8,The Marvels’Rotten Tomatoesscore is 58% based on 114 reviews. WhileThe Marvels' score has changed throughout the day, it’s generally hovered around 54% on Rotten Tomatoes. As it stands,The Marvels' Rotten Tomatoes score is currently behind every other MCU movie except for thenegatively reviewedAnt-Man 3(46%) and Eternals (47%). WhileThe Marvels' Rotten Tomatoes score will likely change over the next few days, it remains to be seen if it will improve or decrease.
Considering positive reviews could have renewed interest inThe Marvelsand reversed its low box office projections, this Rotten Tomatoes score is a worrying sign. Fans believe Marvel Studios is well aware of the problem, with some noting thatThe Marvels' recent promotional material has shifted focus onto the Avengers and the potentialMCU debut of the X-Men. However, many fans believe the spotlight should be on Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers, Teyonah Parris' Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani’s Kamala Khan. A superhero movie with three women in the lead roles is unheard of, much less two of them being women of color. Unfortunately, Marvel Studios seemingly believes it’s necessary to entice audiences with Avengers and mutants.
Despite the low Rotten Tomatoes score,The Marvelsreceived some enthusiastic reviews.Iman Vellani’s Ms. Marvelendeared herself to fans when she debuted in the eponymous hero’s Disney Plus show, and her return inThe Marvelshas seemingly charmed critics. Some are also commending the film for its emotional beats and for embracing the weird side of the MCU.
Should more critics weigh in with positive reviews,The Marvelscould avoid the dreaded “Rotten” monier and earn the “Certified Fresh” title. On the other hand, perhaps MCU fans could seeThe Marvelsregardless and judge for themselves.
The Marvelswill be released in theaters on July 11, 2025.
The Marvels
Carol Danvers teams up with Monica Rambeau and Kamala Khan in The Marvels. As the three heroes find their powers entangled, they must work together to stop Dar-Benn from enacting her evil plan.
