Cleveronix A different way of telling a story

Huievest Instead, you get a movie that's enjoyable enough, but leaves you feeling like it could have been much, much more.

CrawlerChunky In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

Invaderbank The film creates a perfect balance between action and depth of basic needs, in the midst of an infertile atmosphere.

devvrathk The TV punisher has super healing power. torture him, beat him, shoot him and gave him some makeshift doctor and he is back again. Even though the TV punisher don't really have any super healing power or any other power. he is just angry man killing people by talking too much. not sure why not a single person try to shoot him in the head. all the cops were getting shot in the head and punisher was always shot on bullet proof vest area. barely in leg, arms, or head. And whenever anyone will take the aim to shoot him, they will always miss. basically Jason Bourne without the bourne training.

Kieran Saosila The Punisher (2017) sparks as the fourth live action representation of the character, and though previous versions have given a moderately satisfying take on Frank Castle, they never quite hit the mark and did the character justice. This show however sets the high bar with the best on screen version of The Punisher set to date.With blood, gore and gunfights being a huge part of the character of The Punisher, I feared that's all the season would be. Thankfully there's a lot more to it than that. The same people who had his family murdered are now hunting him down, and it's down to Frank to take them out. There are of course several other storylines that coincide with that of Frank Castle's, maybe too many for my liking. Some characters in particular I found irritable, stubborn and just unlikeable. Some side plots I actually found interesting especially as the themes relate to those of the show, though I just feel like I could of done without them being there, I'd rather be watching Frank Castle and his story. We are also introduced to David Lieberman, a former NSA analyst who was setup and supposedly killed by the same people who are after Frank. He now goes by the alias 'Micro' and proposes that he and Frank work together as partners, which for me is one of the better plot points.With the main villain being a high end CIA operative, this made for a very political thriller feel that I loved, it gave the season a unique theme and feel that I think differentiates it from some of the other Marvel-Netflix productions. This is not a superhero series, which is made clear from episode one, so if that's what you're looking for I'm afraid you're out of luck. This is a story about a man who is haunted by his time serving in war, who is grieving the death of his wife and children, and is out for blood. Throw that concept in with themes of conspiracy and action and you have yourself 'The Punisher'. The action and brutality of the show is superb and used to its best ability, though it isn't constant. Some viewers may be left wanting a little more action, though I was satisfied.Jon Bernthal's portrayal of Frank Castle in Daredevil season two was everything I hoped it would be and more, now with his own series I was excited to see what Steven Lightfoot (writer) could bring to the table. With a chance to directly focus on his character, so much has now been added to his background and personality that we didn't get to see from his time in 'Daredevil'. I'm now convinced that not only is The Punisher one of the most complex characters I've ever seen in a TV show, but that Jon Bernthal is perfect playing the part. His performance literally had my jaw hanging at some parts and he's so believable as a marine that I was searching for his military record once I'd finished the show.Another highlight apart from Frank Castle himself is David Lieberman AKA Micro, who I mentioned before. I won't say too much about him, but his chemistry and growing friendship with Frank was a journey I was on board with from the get go. I think there's something really cool about the dynamic between a ruthless military tactician and a hardcore computer hacker. Together (when they're getting on) they make quite the team, and I'm really excited to see that continue in a second season.The Punisher is up there as one of my favourite Marvel Netflix shows. It's smart, stylish and brutal. With strong themes of political thriller and conspiracy drama, as well as being the most brutal, it stands out against predecessors. There are some points where the show may lose its footing with various sub plots, though it always manages to find its way back on top. The cinematography is dark and moody which is a perfect match for the character and the score is a nice fit. The best part about The Punisher is 'The Punisher'. Cannot wait for season 2.

magguilmot We have come to expect a little less work on spin-offs, and Daredevil is good. The bloody Defenders was such a let-down for those who like Daredevil that The Punisher is above any expectations. There is a real evolution in the character, Bernthal gives him depth like you would not believe, the main supporting actors are really good and deliver a script that is not just stupid endless scenes of action articulated on a synopsis written in 5mn flat (which is more and more the case, less so when no superpowers are involved, but still..).A very good adaptation to this day and age, very well delivered.

pietboersma To be blunt, the best thing about The Punisher is that it's different from all the other Marvel series. There are no funny bits like in Iron Man, there is no spectecular Disney-type of environment to watch. The Punisher is raw and real. With a great background story about PTSD and an amazing performance putting down some believable worn-out soldiers from multiple actors, The Punisher is about coping with things you have no way of coping with. From episode one and beyond, it's made clear that the main character Frank Castle's punishing doesn't only reflect him going after others, but also him punishing himself. It's with great cinematic story quality that the viewer is shown the struggles going on inside his head.When there is no background story to be seen, there's another part that's unusual for most of the Marvel series. Brutal. Bloody. Violence. It's such a relief to finally see something different from the boring Iron Fist series, or every hero that has a Batman moral of not killing anybody. Here, you will see blood, gore, anger and relief. All mixed together into a beautiful first season.