John Vaz

Don't watch it for the larger MCU tie-ins (except for the Captain America: The Winter Soldier tie in). Watch it for its new characters and fresh premises. What started as a bland criminal procedural has evolved into a great standalone series, with Season 4 with its pod format being the best till date. They did a better job of the 'Ultron' scenario than age of Ultron, and a better Ghost Rider. Just when you think you have figured it out, they throw another twist in your face.

The definitive portrayal of Daredevil that couldn't be realised in the 2003 film. Keeping it grounded while maintaining great character beats with great action (that hallway fight scene). And one of the few properties to have a villain as great as the hero. While the second season is not as good as the first, the debut of the punisher and Elektra makes it worth watching. Season 3: this has just been the best season by far (arguably among all the Marvel Netflix shows as well). Setting the bar higher for action set pieces, including the customary hallway fight, as well as keeping old characters fresh while introducing newer ones seamlessly. Each character gets the spotlight. Wilson Fisk has gotten even better as a villain, while Dex as the secondary villain doesn't feel like overkill at all. Definitely cannot be missed. Can't wait for season 4 (no more cancellations please, Netflix.)

Luke Cage gets it right when it comes to giving us the feel of Harlem and way the city functions. Added to that a killer funky soundtrack and Luke Cage is even more fun to enjoy. Standout performance by Mahershala Ali as Cottonmouth and Alfre Woodard as Mariah Dillard made for good subverting of the source material... Maybe the latter half loses steam... But still a great follow up to Luke's introduction in Jessica Jones.

The breakout star of Daredevil S2, The Punisher makes full use of the Netflix platform, going as brutal as is only possible with this character. More 'Dirty laundry' and less based on the movies, the whole angle of army vets dealing with PTSD while also a view on gun rights and cover-ups does fit right there. The performances are right up there (Daniel Webber in particular). The dynamic duo of micro and frank is enough to balance the light with the dark. A word of advice... Try not to watch it while having food.