11 Reasons You Need To Binge Marvel's Runaways On Hulu
Justin Carreiro
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Marvel's Runaways Season 1 ended with a bang. Or, more accurately, a battle of light and a shocking police cliffhanger.
Throughout its 10-episode run, we followed along as these former friends delved deeper into the mystery of their evil parents, and the teens they kidnapped. Magical abilities, secret relationships, and strong character development kept us hooked from beginning to end.
With the Runaways' next adventure set to return this December 2018, now is the perfect time to catch-up and join along this superhero journey.
You won't go wrong cheering on Alex, Nico, Gert, Molly, Karolina, and Dean. If you have an affinity for villains, you can root for the parents instead. No judgments! (Embrace your bad self, you cheeky Slytherins.)
Below, we've picked out 11 awesome reasons why you need to binge Marvel's Runaways. Like, right now! All episodes are currently available on Hulu.
Runaways Season 2 will premiere Friday, December 21 on Hulu.
1. The Heroes Have Chemistry
In an ensemble show like Marvel's Runaways, the chemistry of the main group can make or break the flow. Thankfully, there's nothing to fear here! All members of the group work well together and they embody the essence of their characters. Plus, they each find a way to stand out in such a large ensemble cast.
2. Doesn't Stick To One-Note Labels
The characters themselves are more than just a one-word description. You can't box them into tags like jock, brain, goth, girl-next-door, activist or preacher's daughter since they expand outside of the archetypes you'd expect for them. These are developed characters with complex personalities ... and that's why we love them!
3. Each Teen Has Their Own Strengths
Similar to teams like Marvel's The Avengers or the X-Men, Marvel's Runaways have their own unique set of strengths too. But, what sets these teens apart from the other superheroes in the Marvel TV universe is that their abilities aren't limited to superpowers. Each teen brings something to the table, like intelligence, magic or mutant abilities. This balances each member to make them essential for the mission.
4. The Parents Are Fleshed Out Characters
The teens aren't the only main characters; their parents are vital to the story too! We learn a lot about the adults, like their secrets, relationships, and how they're involved in the overall mystery. As the story develops, our connection to them deepens and we get a closer look into their villainous goals. You couldn't have Marvel's Runaways without them.
5. Captivating Mystery
Another reason to binge Marvel's Runaways is its central mystery. The plot of the missing children and the parents' evil group finds its strength with multiple levels of mysteries and intrigue. By getting to see both sides of the story (the teens vs. the parents), the development keeps you questioning the true motives of the characters and the actual truth.
6. Nico's Story
Nico stands out as one of the best characters in the group. She's witty, sarcastic, and she likes to speak her mind about the craziness of the situation. Her magical abilities stand up against any enemy the group might face. And, her interesting solo story is one that is sure to have you eagerly start putting all the pieces together.
7. Karolina's Personal Journey
Karolina's story, on the other hand, focuses a lot between what she wants in life vs. the expectations that are placed on her by her parents. She has one of the more interesting developments because her journey keeps the character grounded while also exploring her newly discovered otherworldly powers.
8. The Dark Side Of Ambition
James Marsters (of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame) is an acting powerhouse, and when you mix that with Gregg Sulkin and Ever Carradine, you have the perfect recipe for family drama. The Steins offer a tense and eventful plot that mixes greatly with all of the other family dramas. This is one group you'll want to follow because the tension keeps rising.
9. The Opening Theme Song
Simple, moody, and off-beat, the opening theme song for Marvel's Runaways is surprisingly catchy. All it needs is subtle music and artistic shots to convey the uneasy tone hiding away in suburbia. While the intro only lasts for a few seconds, you'll find yourself replaying the instrumental track over and over again.
10. A Cold And Calculating Villain
The big bad supervillain is a familiar face we all know and love (or love-to hate). Julian McMahon has graced our TV screens in roles such as Cole on Charmed and Dr. Christian Troy on Nip/Tuck. He has that handsome and brooding quality to him that makes him perfect for the part of the sophisticated villain. Julian's personality takes charge of the screen, and his presence is one we can't deny.
11. And There's A Dinosaur Too!
Seriously, there's a dinosaur in Marvel's Runaways! Sure, it's not Jurassic Park-level creatures, but Old Lace is just as cool as those prehistoric giants. Not that many superheroes get to claim a dinosaur as their personal sidekick. Yay for Gert!
