Joshua Myers

Ironheart had the potential to be a strong addition to the MCU, but it ultimately falters under the weight of poor character development and heavy-handed messaging. Riri Williams is introduced as a genius, but her actions often contradict any heroic qualities, resorting to theft and morally questionable decisions without real consequence, all while maintaining a self-pitying attitude that feels forced rather than earned. The show's take on Tony Stark is particularly frustrating. Reducing his legacy to just being a rich guy completely misses the depth of his arc, his sacrifices, growth, and the responsibility he eventually embraced. It's less a thoughtful critique and more an unearned dismissal of a beloved character. Moreover, the series leans too heavily into modern ideological themes, often at the expense of storytelling. Instead of allowing characters to naturally develop and resonate with broad audiences, the writing frequently feels like it’s checking boxes to meet a cultural agenda. This kind of approach alienates many viewers who just want compelling stories and relatable characters, not lectures or divisive commentary. Visually, the show has its moments, and some performances show promise. But in trying to be everything ideologically, Ironheart ends up being emotionally hollow and narratively scattered. Disappointing, especially given the rich source material.

Terribly written with even worse acting.

The characters are likable enough, but the writing and direction are subpar. The storyline just doesn't make sense and the editors didn't do the show any favors. So far really disappointed in MCU's direction of this show.