Marvel's Agent Carter (2015)

The second year kick-off is such an assuredly paced, magnificently teasing run of television that it’s easy to stop lamenting the three-month loss of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s present day agents.

The show deftly balances atomic-age intrigue with unfailingly bright banter between the witty, resourceful Carter and her platonic partner in crime, Edwin Jarvis. [22 Jan 2016, p.65]

Agent Carter ... could be The Flash to S.H.I.E.L.D.’s Arrow: the brighter, snappier sister-show that finds its footing much more quickly than its sibling.

Richly detailed and wonderfully atmospheric ... If the first episodes are any clue, Marvel's Agent Carter will make millions of fans very happy, indeed.

The drama is every bit as brisk and engaging as its lead character, and I can only list one real objection to the show: its brevity.

Agent Carter hits the screen a much more confident show than “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” did last season. This is a show with a clear vision, a powerful acting ensemble, and the perfect Marvel blend of action, excitement, pathos and humor.... [It is] easily one of the most entertaining premieres of the season.

To make Agent Carter work, and work well, Atwell and ABC knew she needed to be a relatable human first, and a subsidiary member of the populous Marvel universe second. Those priorities are straightened out efficiently on Tuesday's episode.

Atwell is so good, and the show has so much fun with the period setting, that it's a really promising start for Agent Carter.

There’s plenty of action to go with snappy grownup dialogue, and Peggy is the kind of dame you won’t be able to resist watching.

Agent Carter is a clean 8/10 for me — a show that had way more potential than the two seasons it got, but still manages to be one of the most charming and confident things Marvel ever put on TV.Spoilers (all seasons):What makes it work is simple: Peggy Carter carries the whole series on her back. She’s sharp, stubborn, classy, and ten steps ahead of every guy who keeps underestimating her. Watching her operate in this post–Captain America world, where nobody takes her seriously but she still outsmarts everyone, is honestly the best part of the show.Season 1 has that classic Cold War detective vibe. The whole Howard Stark storyline, the stolen tech, the Leviathan plot — it gives Peggy room to show off her skills without needing constant superhero nonsense. Her dynamic with Jarvis is perfect too. He’s awkward, loyal, and somehow always stressed; they’re one of the best duos Marvel’s ever done.Season 2 shifting to LA is fun in a different way — brighter colors, bigger science-gone-wrong plots, and more character drama. Whitney Frost is a great villain: elegant, unhinged, and way more interesting than half the MCU movie villains. Peggy dealing with Zero Matter, the tangled mess of Jack, Sousa, and shady SSR politics… it all works, even when the pacing goes **** the cancellation hurts because the show was clearly building toward something bigger. Jack’s cliffhanger, Peggy finally letting herself move forward emotionally, the growing conspiracy threads — you can tell there was supposed to be more.Still, for two seasons, Agent Carter delivers a stylish mix of noir, spy thriller, and early-MCU charm. It’s tight, clever, and genuinely fun — and Peggy is simply too good of a character to ever feel wasted.

A feel-good spy action show with enjoyable characters and a strong lead in Atwell. I appreciate that the show doesn't rely too heavily on MCU elements, instead creating it's own new storylines and making them much more grounded in terms of threat level. There's surprisingly adult dialogue throughout as well, a stark difference to what you'd see on a Disney Plus era MCU show. Agent Carter is nothing groundbreaking, but it's a nice addition to Peggy Carter content that offers something a bit different for MCU fans.

Une marvellerie marvelleuse pas merveilleuse du tout mais en vérité bien merdeuse, comme les trois quarts des productions Marvel (et plus si affinités) qui débitent leur ménagerie de super-héros idiots (pléonasme certes) à une cadence industrielle. Ainsi, ces aventures de la secrétaire du ‘pitaine amerloca qui en a marre de servir le caoua à ces messieurs machos et qui décide d’aller botter des culs. C’est naturellement rocambolesque pour ne pas dire très bête et très con et on n’y croit déjà plus au bout de 2 mn de chaque épisode… qu’on tenterait de regarder. Certes, ces dames pourront éventuellement se réjouir de cette héroïne féministe mais c’est l’arbre qui cache la forêt : quoiqu’elle fasse, elle reste une bécasse et l’actrice a été uniquement choisie pour la taille de son soutif. Et si ce n’était pas le cas, elle n’aurait rien à faire là puisqu’elle joue comme une cruche de toute façon. Sinon bah on s’ennuie énormément malgré le faible nombre d’épisodes (de la saison 1 en tout cas) puisque c’est écrit avec les pieds par des scénaristes surmenés. A éviter et à fuir donc !

It follows the same way that Captain America: The First Avenger, the envelopment of the characters is the best of this Tv Show. Without any doubt, Hayley Atwell and James D'Arcy are ones of the best characters in the MCU. It's a shame that they cancelled the season 3.

Over the years I heard from time to time praise for this show and also that it was overlooked and underappreciated. The praises were ranging from hidden gem up to best Marvel TV show. Finally I decided to watch the show and see if it is truly as good as these rumor say. To answer this immediately I say it is truly good and I agree that it is an awesome show. It is however a bit disconnected from the rest of the MCU as it is set slightly after World War 2 long before everything else except the first Captain America movie. It continues the story of Peggy Carter. Season 1: Peggy Carter works now for the Strategic Scientific Reserve (SSR) which will become S.H.I.E.L.D later in the timeline (or was integrated into it). Sadly despite all her skills and heroic deeds she is just seen as secretary by the other members of the SSR. Things change as Howard Stark (Tony Stark’s father) inventions appear on the black market and in the hands of enemies of the USA. He is suspected for treason and it is heavily investigated. The main story starts when he asks Peggy for help as she is the only one who he trusts and sees capable to find the truth. She gets the assistance of his butler Jarvis who is a man of many talents. I end it here with this set up to avoid spoilers. The story starts immediately strong and stays strong until the end. It is immersive, enjoyable and has good ideas. The twist work well and I enjoyed them a lot. The characters enhance the story and vice versa. Season 2: The season is set not long after the conclusion of last season as there are some developments but it could not be much time (Maybe a few weeks). The story starts with a women found encased in ice in a park. The odd thing is that this happened during a heat wave and that the ice does not melt anywhere how it should. The Los Angeles department of the SSR requests some backup from the New York SSR and so Peggy Carter ends up there. As expected this is just the tip of the iceberg and start **** adventure. The story works well. It is interesting and has some good ideas. To be fair I also say it is a bit stretched and I would say they could cut it down at least by one episode. I like the twists and plots which enhance the story. The strengths of the show are the story and characters. Lets start with Hayley Atwell as Peggy Carter. Like before she is an awesome character and fully delivers. Of cause James D’Arcy as Edwin Jarvis is equally good and together these two made the show so enjoying. They have an awesome chemistry and their interaction aka relationship is a true strength of the show. Then of cause Howard Stark played by Dominic Cooper who has not that much screentime compared to the two but is interesting and delivers. He is a lot like brilliant inventor, playboy, **** slightly mad scientist and influential rich guy. In the SRR we get a lot of interesting characters with Shea Whigham as Roger Dooley, Enver Gjokaj as Daniel Sousa and Chad M. Murray as Jack Thompson. All 3 have character and interesting personalities. They work because they feel like real human beings with flaws and weakness but also strengths. There are of cause more great characters but I think for an overall review it is to much in the spoiler territory. Lets continue with the presentation. The sets look convincing and give the end of the forties feeling. Because I was not alive at the time and also be no historian I cant judge for historical accuracy. However this is an entertainment show so it is not that important. It is more important to convince the audience and give an immersive feeling and here the show succeeds. The costumes do this too and the action scenes are done in a convincing and intense way. There are not much special effects in season 1 and more in season 2. As per Marvel standards they have always great effects that enhance the experience. There are some smaller weaknesses here and there but not enough to weaken the experience. Overall this was a good show. Not the best but really good and worth watching.

The retro city of Los Angeles has both charm and crisis. Peggy Carter's character in the "post-Cap era" is more three-dimensional and deeper. In terms of plot, it continues the timeline of the First Avenger and makes up for the vacancy under MCU. Season 1 is more like serving for a larger follow-up pattern.

Agent Carter is an excellent continuation to The First Avenger with near perfect production design.