‘the defenders’ e6 recap: back stabbing …and front stabbing

‘The Defenders’ E6 Recap: Back Stabbing …and Front Stabbing

We’re getting very near the end game on The Defenders. The heroes are building bonds, the villains are losing their patience, and all the supporting characters are still off in the police station trying not to get murdered. But there was some pretty significant murder this episode. Here’s our recap of episode 6, “Ashes, Ashes.”…

‘the defenders’ e5 recap: hand over fist

‘The Defenders’ E5 Recap: Hand Over Fist

Apparently The Defenders require less recovery time than I do after scarfing down Chinese food. They’re immediately in a very tiring looking fight with the Hand after their short reprieve in “The Royal Dragon.” This episode, “Take Shelter,” not only has the heroes score their first major victory (kind of), but it also really showcases…

‘the defenders’ e4 recap: defend the last dumpling

‘The Defenders’ E4 Recap: Defend the Last Dumpling

If we learned anything from The Avengers, it’s that fighting supervillainy in a group setting must immediately be followed up with food. The Defenders traded in the shawarma of their tights wearing contemporaries for some very tasty looking Chinese food. I actually ate Chinese take-out the same night I watched this episode. Guys! They’re just…

‘the defenders’ e2 recap: hit me with your best shot

‘The Defenders’ E2 Recap: Hit Me With Your Best Shot

The premiere episode of The Defenders had everything you would expect from our four super-powered (don’t call them) heroes. Luke Cage stood up for his neighborhood. Jessica Jones dove into a mysterious disappearance. Daredevil wrestled with his two lives. And Iron Fist… wasn’t sure what to do and complained about the Hand. Episode 2 developed…