The Defenders only has eight episodes compared to the other series normal 13, which means it moves at a much faster clip than its predecessors. The shortened season brings with it a sense of urgency, but the extra length afforded to the TV series means that, unlike its silver screen sibling The Avengers, a lot more time can be devoted to showing these characters getting to know each other. This is not a show that skimps on the banter, which is better than the action. The Defenders has also done a better job with its villain than many of the Marvel movies have.”]
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