Well, folks, it’s #RIP Agatha — you know it’s bad when even the critics aren’t liking what they see and aren’t supporting something that’s being heavily promoted as empowering females and being LGBTQ+.
The Agatha Rotten Tomatoes Score is finally available, and it’s the second-lowest MCU score on Disney+.
As I told you, not a lot of reviewers bothered to review Agatha, likely because they aren’t getting enough clicks, meaning no one cares or is watching.
With 55 reviews currently accounted for, the Agatha Rotten Tomatoes Score is only at 69%.
Also as I told you, Agatha looks to be from the previous regime at Marvel TV that ruined the MCU on Disney+. The Agatha Rotten Tomatoes Score shares company with Echo (70%), and Secret Invasion (52%) as the MCU’s lowest.
The Rotten Tomatoes “Popcornmeter” (formerly the Audience Score) is at 75%, making it the fourth-lowest score from MCU fans on Disney+, behind Echo (61%), Secret Invasion (44%), and She-Hulk (32%).
What do the critics say about Agatha?
Summing up what the negative reviews have to say, the critical response to Agatha All Along on Rotten Tomatoes offers the series is a disappointment, particularly in comparison to WandaVision and in relation to the characters, story, visual effects and even the agenda-driven message.
The Rotten Tomatoes negative critic reviews highlight several key issues with the series:
- Uninspired Storytelling: More than one review mentions WandaVision, as the series spins off from there. The critics offer Agatha struggles to replicate the innovative magic of WandaVision. Critics note that the show lacks engaging plotlines and feels like a “franchise footnote” rather than a meaningful addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It’s seen as slow-paced and a “tad boring,” especially in the first few episodes (reviewers were given the first four episodes), with the story failing to captivate viewers.
- Weak Character Development: While the cast, especially Kathryn Hahn and Aubrey Plaza, receive praise for their performances, critics express concern over how the characters are handled. The new characters introduced feel underdeveloped, and their backstories are rushed, creating a sense of disconnection. The large cast of characters seem to compete for attention, further complicating the story.
- Queerbaiting and Thematic Inconsistency: The show is accused of queerbaiting and makes awkward attempts to explore middle-aged women’s anxieties. These efforts feel forced and unclear, with no real payoff or depth in execution.
- Unmemorable Visuals and Effects: The show’s visual elements, though occasionally “cool,” are underwhelming, especially for a Marvel series. Critics mention cheap special effects, such as cauldron magic and shape-changing, that fail to elevate the show’s supernatural elements. The musical interludes also detract from the tone, mixing Disney-style lightness with a lack of real Marvel excitement.
- Struggling Tone and Pacing: The series suffers from uneven pacing and tonal shifts, flailing between being neither funny nor scary. It’s noted that it often feels confusing, “amateurish and boring,” with it questioned why they should care about the characters or the plot halfway through.
- Missed Opportunities in Female Empowerment: Though the show leans on themes of female empowerment, the execution is described as generic and tired. The coven’s bonding through various trials comes across as “frenetic” yet uninteresting.
