The series "The Defenders": that known before the premiere and whether to watch it

What does this show?

"Defenders" - a joint project strimingovogo service Netflix and Marvel publishers, which premiered on August 18. He continues the story published earlier TV series about superheroes from the streets of New York, "Daredevil", "Jessica Jones," "Luke Cage" and "Iron Fist".

The series will transfer us to New York, where defenders stand in the way of criminal syndicate "Hand", has decided to extend its authority over their favorite city.

It's funny that the original Netflix and Marvel planned to limit precisely the TV series about the defenders, but later changed their minds and gave each superhero of his own series.

The first season consists of 8 episodes, which will cover the time period of just a couple of days. Therefore, we can safely expect that history will carry before us almost in real time and will be full of energy and adrenaline.

Who are the defenders?

New defenders have nothing to do with the Marvel comic book series of the same name, which was devoted to the adventures of Hulk, Doctor Strange, Hellcat and other superheroes. Here the protagonists are Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist.

First greeted Matt Murdock aka Daredevil. Due to chemical burns as a child he lost his sight, but later found that his other senses become much sharper. Having opened his own law firm, Matt had seen enough of injustice, but I decided to deal with it by other means. Unique abilities and studied martial arts became his main forces in the fight against crime. Daredevil is driven by a belief in justice, though he often doubted the humanity of his killings with the wicked.

Jessica Jones, on the contrary, was never going to become a superhero. Still half-sister Trish convinced her to use his superpowers. So Jessica has become a new threat to the underworld. It was not until as long as one of the most dangerous villains of the city, Kilgreyvu, failed to subdue her mind. Jessica was able to escape, but remained forever traumatized and sociopathic loner.

In the series of Jessica Jones first appeared another defender - Luke Cage. Like Jessica, Luke apathetic attitude toward their superpowers - remain unscathed before armories shots. After spending several years in prison, Luke was able to escape from prison, and then settled in New York quarter of Harlem and became embroiled in a showdown of local criminal clans.

Finally, Danny Rand, aka Iron Fist - martial arts master of the Himalayan town K'yun-L'un. One day he decided to leave the distant city and return to his native New York, where his heels followed the killers of criminal syndicate "Hand".

All four defenders - orphans, inadvertently become superheroes, and at the start they will all be at different points in their heroic destiny.

And who is the villain?

heroes of the enemy in the "defender" will be a criminal organization "Hand". This powerful order ninja who worship the demon by the name of the beast. Attempts to "Hands" to spread its influence in New York met with resistance at first Daredevil and later and Iron Fist.

It is also known, and the name of the main villain. Sigourney Weaver will play the mysterious Alexandra Reid, embodied the main threat to New York and save the cause of its defenders. Judging by the trailer, she is doing well. The most important information about heroin before the premiere, is a closely guarded secret. Weaver describes herself as a very confident Alexander, ingenious and persuasive leader.

Do I have to watch the previous series of comics Marvel, to understand the story?

This question is very common, although the answer it is very difficult to premiere "Defenders." Fans of Marvel series agree that it is important to see both seasons "Daredevil" and "Iron Fist", where the characters first encounter with the "Hand". In addition, the second season of "Daredevil" introduces us to a couple of other key characters, Elektra and the Punisher, and the events of the "Iron Fist" occur just before the beginning of the "defenders".

But do not worry if you're not familiar with the Marvel comic series and look like. The first two episodes were shown to visitors Comic-Con in New York, and, according to them, a lot of time at the beginning given the background and familiarity with the characters.

Why the show is worth watching?

After the controversial "Iron Fist", received mostly negative reviews fans and critics, Netflix and Marvel no doubt want to be rehabilitated. For this work on the "protector" was assigned to the producers much more successful "Daredevil" and "Jessica Jones", but at least the first two episodes filmed director "Jessica Jones' S. J.. Clarkson.

The choice of the creative team, as well as participation Sigourney Weaver is encouraging. In the first review of the series as a whole is evaluated positively.

What's next? Will there be a second season?

While the authors do not look beyond a single 8-episode season, which should be a bridge to the third season of "Daredevil", the second season of "Jessica Jones" and "Luke Cage".

While that should refer to the "Defenders" as a completed story, or even a serial crossover, skim the delight of fans. Although no one does not rule out that once again the heroes may need help each other, and they once again unite to battle a common enemy.

Where to watch the trailer?

Netflix has released two full trailer. The first was released in early May, and the second - at the recent Comic-Con.

To continue to dive into the atmosphere of "Defenders" should go to the running of the fictional Marvel publications website New York Bulletin.

Where you can watch the show?

The premiere of the show "Defenders" will be held August 18 on Netflix. To view will be available once all series of the season. The cheapest version of the monthly subscription will cost € 8 (about 570 rubles). The first month of using the service is free. The series is published in English language.