Every One-Season MCU Show, Ranked by How Much We Want Them to Come Back

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe seems to be regaining its momentum. While the current Multiverse Saga has had mixed results, many of the recent movies aren’t performing well at the box office, even when critics like them. One common explanation is that audiences are getting tired of superhero content. Adding to this, Marvel Studios releases several films and shows on Disney+ each year, and many of those shows are closely tied to the movies. This can make it feel like fans need to do a lot of extra work to follow everything that’s happening.

It’s not that all of the Marvel shows on Disney+ are poorly made – some, like Loki, have been genuinely excellent, with two strong seasons already. However, not every Marvel character has had the same success. Here’s a ranking of all the Marvel shows that only lasted one season, based on how much fans would like to see them return. We’ve excluded WandaVision and Agatha All Along from this list because they’re uniquely connected and don’t quite fit with the other shows.

9) Echo

The series Hawkeye features the introduction of Maya Lopez, a character with strong ties to the show’s main villain, Kingpin. Following a betrayal by a father figure, Maya’s story continues in her own series, Echo, where she explores her identity and unlocks her full potential. She ultimately becomes so powerful that she even manages to influence Kingpin, leading to a brief change of heart.

Maya is a compelling character, but the storyline surrounding her feels unfocused. This ultimately hurts the show Echo, leading to a disappointing finale that doesn’t offer much that’s new. Echo could be successful with another attempt, but it’s likely best suited as a supporting piece rather than a main attraction.

8) Secret Invasion

Putting Nick Fury into a spy story about aliens secretly trying to invade Earth seems like a winning idea. The show, Secret Invasion, is based on a famous Marvel comic book storyline where Skrulls disguise themselves as important figures, even some of the Avengers.

While the idea behind Secret Invasion was promising, the show itself doesn’t live up to expectations. The six episodes feel slow and uninspired, ending with a battle between characters whose powers are over-the-top. The biggest surprise – that a Skrull has been posing as Rhodey for years – feels jarring. It’s likely Marvel Studios will soon want to forget this series ever happened.

7) Eyes of Wakanda

Wakanda is arguably the most captivating place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Its people are compelling, and the advanced technology always makes for exciting stories. That’s why the new animated series, Eyes of Wakanda, is a welcome addition to the MCU.

I really enjoyed the first season of Eyes of Wakanda – the stories were fantastic, jumping all over the timeline from Ancient Greece to way into the future! But honestly, I think the format itself holds it back a little. And it’s just sad to hear that Axis Studios, the team who did the animation, recently went bankrupt. It’s a tough situation for everyone involved, and it definitely casts a shadow over the show.

6) She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

While Deadpool is famous for it, She-Hulk also frequently breaks the fourth wall. After gaining Hulk-like powers from her cousin, Jennifer Walters, aka She-Hulk, often directly addresses the audience, just like in the comics. The live-action series, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, continues this tradition, with She-Hulk commenting on the unusual events happening around her.

When She-Hulk shines, it’s genuinely fantastic. The episodes featuring She-Hulk and Daredevil working together are particularly strong, and it was fun to see the Abomination return. However, the show has some flaws and doesn’t quite rank among the best Marvel series currently available.

5) Ironheart

It’s easy to dismiss Ironheart because the story seems relatively small in scope. And that’s fair – Riri Williams is back in Chicago after the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and she’s dealing with a local crime ring that targets wealthy people. But Ironheart has a unique energy that sets it apart from many other Marvel shows.

Riri makes a lot of mistakes, and the show doesn’t try to make viewers sympathize with her when things go wrong. She earns any setbacks she faces, which is a welcome change in a genre that often overlooks characters’ flaws. While Marvel Studios may not see Ironheart as a top priority, it really should be.

4) The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Like WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier feels like a stepping stone to future Marvel projects. The series ends with Sam Wilson officially becoming Captain America, setting up his first solo movie. And Bucky isn’t sitting around either – he’s now a key member of the new Avengers team.

Leaving The Falcon and the Winter Soldier out of future plans could be a mistake. Bucky and Sam have a lot of unresolved conflict, and it’s unclear if the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars movies will have time to address it. It would be beneficial for the MCU to reunite them for one final adventure, as their on-screen connection is very strong.

3) Ms. Marvel

Spider-Man has always been a huge fan of the Avengers, excitedly meeting Captain America during the battle in Captain America: Civil War. But Kamala Khan, from Ms. Marvel, takes fandom to another level – she actually writes fanfiction about the heroes she loves, and then becomes a hero herself after discovering a special bracelet.

Ms. Marvel successfully adds a fantastic new hero to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and features a wonderful supporting cast as well. Kamala’s family members are all excellent in their roles, which is why they reappear in The Marvels. After Kamala finishes her adventures with the Young Avengers, the MCU should definitely send her back home to New Jersey.

2) Moon Knight

In Moon Knight, Oscar Isaac plays Marc Spector, a man with multiple personalities who unexpectedly becomes connected to an Egyptian god. The series keeps viewers guessing as they try to determine what’s real and what’s not, while Marc struggles to manage his different identities and who’s in control.

I was really into Moon Knight, but the finale felt a little unfinished. They cut away from the main battle to hint at future storylines, and honestly, we’re still waiting to see where those threads will lead. Even so, I think Marvel should definitely keep going with Moon Knight – a small stumble shouldn’t stop them from developing this character and story further!

1) Hawkeye

As a huge Marvel fan, I was so excited to finally see a Disney+ series focused on Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye – he’s definitely earned it after all these years! I was a little surprised it didn’t spend much time on his family farm, though. Instead, the show brings him back to New York City, and it turns out some things from his past are about to cause some serious trouble for him.

The strongest part of Hawkeye is the connection between Clint Barton and his mentee, Kate Bishop. They have amazing chemistry, particularly as Kate helps Clint cope with being away from his family during the holidays. Despite some hesitation about continuing Hawkeye, whoever is holding things up needs to reconsider, because fans want to see more stories with Clint and his team.

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2025-11-11 18:47