The Marvel Cinematic Universe’sBlack Pantherspinoff series,Eyes of Wakanda, is a streaming hit.Eyes of Wakandareviewshave been largely positive, with the show receiving a 91% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes.
AllfourEyes of Wakandaepisodescame to Disney+ on August 1. The anthology series, which is produced byBlack Pantherdirector Ryan Coogler, follows a group of elite Wakandan warriors who undertake perilous missions in order to reclaim Vibranium artifacts.
As perFlixPatrol, as of August 4,Eyes of Wakandais the number one streaming show on Disney Plusonly a few days after all four episodes debuted. It is also the third-most watched movie or show on Disney+ in the US right now.
What This Means For Eyes of Wakanda
Given the recent theatrical release ofThe Fantastic Four: First Steps, much of the MCU discourse is currently focused on that movie. Even though an animated anthology series inevitably won’t receive as much attention as a live-action theatrical film,Eyes of Wakandais still making waves on Disney+.
Black Panther’s more than $1.3 billion andWakanda Forever’s $859 million box office results proved the widespread appealof this corner in the franchise. That high level of interest is now translating intoEyes of Wakandabeing a streaming hit, even though it does not revolve around the beloved characters from the movies.
Given the popularity of theMarvel Cinematic Universe movies and shows, they tend to perform well when they debut, andEyes of Wakandais no exception. The real test of the show’s staying power will be if it continues to stay in the streaming charts in the coming weeks and months.
Our Take On Eyes Of Wakanda’s Streaming Success
Eyes of Wakanda’s instant streaming successcreates a strong argument for Disney+ to greenlight season 2. As an anthology series that jumps between different points throughout Wakanda’s history, there is infinite creative potential for when future episodes could take place.
While those who enjoy theBlack Panthermovies are naturally drawn to the series, the stories are also able to stand on their own and do not require having previously seen other MCU movies and shows.
While those who enjoy theBlack Panthermovies are naturally drawn to the series, the stories are also able to stand on their own and do not require having previously seen other MCU movies and shows. This is another favorable element likely contributing to the streaming success and that bodes well for any future seasons.
The timing of the Disney+ release may not have seemed ideal givenThe Fantastic Four: First Stepsand the DCU’sSupermandominating superhero pop culture right now, but so far, thathas not gotten in the way ofEyes of Wakandabeing the most-watched show on the streaming platform.
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Eyes of Wakanda, released in 2025, follows a group of brave Wakandan warriors known as the Hatut Zeraze. Tasked with retrieving Vibranium artifacts, they embark on dangerous missions across the globe, confronting enemies of Wakanda in their steadfast defense of the nation’s legacy and resources.
