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Okay, I just binged this show because I have nothing better to do. And well, it kept me engaged enough to keep watching, but it's not exactly a masterpiece.

The animation is great. The style is bit reminiscent of a kid's cartoon, but it was definitely well executed.

The dialogue is a bit cartoony, a bit cliche. Which comes with the territory, obviously, but the trailer and subject matter gave me a different impression. The characters' reactions are played up for comedy, even in the face of terrifying situations. Personally, I think it prevents you from connecting with them. So the characters are left feeling 2 dimensional.

The storyline itself is entertaining enough, the ending did actually make me want another season.

Overall, this show is decent. Not terrible, not amazing. It doesn't really do anything new, and it doesn't do a great job of getting you invested in the characters. But I wouldn't say it's not worth watching. You should just reel in your expectations. Expect a kind of juvenile writing style with some action scattered throughout.

It did leave me wondering though, who is this show for? It's not serious and grounded enough to be targeted to adults. It's too gruesome for kids. There's not enough Kong for Kong fans. Don't get me wrong, it's entertaining enough. But I'm not confident that it'll do well, and thus, it probably won't be renewed for a second season. Because we all know what Netflix is like.

It's called "SKULL ISLAND" not "KONG: SKULL ISLAND". Kong doesn't have a of screen time because the show, I believe, is more based off of all the wildlife on the Island rather than just Kong himself. I had fun seeing all the new canon creatures of Skull Island! That being said, Kong has some moments as well. I think what some people want is Kong constantly on the screen. The fights are fun when you see them (especially the last one. No spoilers but it was awesome). We also see that Kong has human-like compassion but at the same time can be brutal like any other gorilla if need be (which is very clever, I think, because it sorta shows he has character and personality because of how closely related he is too humans due to his species). There are some of shocking moments too (once again, no spoilers).

There are a couple problems I had with the show though. First off, the cliffhangers at the end of each episode could've been better. I'm not going to spoil the last cliffhanger, but let's just say that if season two happens the way it looks, then it would sorta betray what the show is about (you'll see what I mean once you get there). Secondly, the plot of the show seems a little rushed. I really do feel like there should've been more that made the story feel smoother. But other than that, it was pretty good.

I have to say, Skull Island is a good show, especially towards the end. The fights are good and shocking sometimes. The monster designs, even Kong's, fit greatly with what we've seen in the monsterverse and "Kong: Skull Island." The main monster villian, which I won't spoil, has a cool design that shows us that it's menacing. Despite that, I do have complaints.

Most of the episodes in the first half, excluding the first episode, are just monster chase scenes. I wish there were more character focused moments in this, which developed them further. Due to most of the episodes being about monster fights, it feels like we don't know much about the characters, besides their basic personalities. However, it's fixed for the most part in episode 6, which is why it's one of my favorite episodes.

In conclusion, the series is good when it is. I hope there'll be more of this show, because it does end on a cliffhanger. Because of it's flaws, I'll give it a 7/10.

Netflix's Skull Island is an action-packed, thrilling series that breathes new life into the King Kong franchise. Set on the mysterious island that's home to the giant ape, Skull Island follows a group of characters as they navigate the perilous terrain and fend off the dangerous creatures that call the island home.

The show introduces a diverse and intriguing cast of characters, each with their own motivations for coming to the island. Leading the way is a former British soldier, played by Sam Strike, who takes on the role of a charismatic but troubled leader. He's joined by a journalist, played by Emily Coutts, who is determined to uncover the truth about Skull Island and what really happened during the war there. There's also a group of scientists who are studying the island's unique ecosystem, as well as a band of mercenaries who are there to find something valuable.

What's great about Skull Island is that it doesn't rely solely on King Kong to carry the story. The creatures on the island are just as fascinating and exciting as the giant ape himself. From the terrifying Death Jackals to the massive Rock Lions, the island is a dangerous place filled with all manner of beasts. The show does a great job of introducing each new creature and building up the tension as the characters battle them.

Of course, King Kong is still a major presence in the show. While he's not the focus of every episode, he still manages to loom large over the proceedings. The show does a great job of showing the humanity in the giant ape, making him more than just a mindless monster. There are moments where you can't help but feel for Kong, especially as he becomes embroiled in the human drama on the island.

The show also benefits from stellar production values. The island is beautifully realized, with stunning visual effects bringing the creatures and environments to life. The action is thrilling, with expertly choreographed fight scenes and tense escapes. The show's score is also noteworthy, with a bombastic soundtrack that perfectly captures the epic scope of the story.

Perhaps the only downside to Skull Island is that it can be a bit slow at times. There are a few episodes where the pacing slows down and the characters spend more time talking than battling beasts. While these breathers are necessary to build character and context, they can feel a bit too drawn out.

Overall, Netflix's Skull Island is an exciting and well-crafted addition to the King Kong canon. Its vibrant characters, thrilling action, and beautiful production values make it a must-watch for fans of the franchise. While it can be a bit slow at times, the show ultimately delivers an entertaining and captivating adventure on the mysterious island.

I think this was a decent show and fit well into the monsterverse. I feel like it may mess up a few things with the pre-existing lore that has been established for skull island but at the end of the day what franchise hasn't done that before.

I feel the ending was a smart choice but it feels like they made this show on the knowledge that there would be a season 2. I fell the show also could have benefited from longer episodes, maybe extending them to half an hour would have been enough, just to make a few things a bit more clear

It's refreshing to take a step back from the massive 300 foot monster fights, even in a franchise where that's the reason we show up. I think the characters are well done and the way they show the monsters is so unique. I don't think the monsters have been this way since Kong: Skull Island which makes sense because that is the only movie (besides a few in Godzilla vs Kong) that has smaller monsters that actually would care for the human characters because to the bigger monsters like say Rodan why should he come down to eat a single human whereas for these monsters it makes sense.

All round this show is pretty good and if a season 2 is on the way I will definitely sit down and watch, and hopefully it explains that ending.

The show has jokes, but only within the banter between characters. Considering the violence is treated with more savagery here than in the films it makes sense the characters might rely on some amount of levity to help themselves survive.

The animation is pretty standard, nothing flashy, but reminds me of the 90s stuff I grew up with like the '98 Godzilla series.

There are monsters aplenty, of all shapes and sizes, and lots of redshirts to give them something to chow down on. Kong is his own thing in this but holds the same fundamental traits we are used to. And thanks to the humour (which for me mostly lands) the human characters are entertaining too.

Recommended for fans of King Kong films in general.

When I read all the reviews trashing this, I believed them. I almost didn't even get it. But then I thought: "How bad can it really be?" Turns out, it's not bad. The reviewers are just very wrong.

This site is just really beginning to be useless. They don't even allow most of my reviews. Then the reviews they allow, are largely wrong. Don't get me wrong, may are good. But, it's getting hard to know which reviews to believe.

Anyways, the show is about a group of people, who end up stranded on Skull Island. There are some crypto-zoologists, their family, a strange girl, and another group, of mercenaries. They must deal with the monstrous inhabitants, while seeking an escape from the island.

Story wise, I'd definitely rank this among the best King Kong stories I've ever seen. It does a good job of showing a bit about Kong's history. And the new characters, their story is good, with converging story lines.

I'm on episode 8 right now. So, not quite finished. It's been really nothing but great so far. So, it would take a really bad ending, to drop my rating from a 10. The action is great. The story is great. The monsters are great. I recommend it for anyone.

There's nothing offensive to children, or adults. I don't get the low ratings, at all. Give it a shot. The longer you watch it the better it gets.

I don't have anything else to say so I did what I'd to do to satisfy the word limit.

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Skull Island, an animated adventure with annoying characters and repetitive episodes. The story is very basic with our protagonists landing on Skull Island after their ship is destroyed by a giant sea monster. Cue the large monsters, which on the whole, look amazing. However, the whole thing is let down by silly characters, who are annoying to the point you want them to get eaten by one of these giant beasts.

Granted there's some good battle sequences, but the overal story is so tedious many will never make it to episode 8.

King Kong (1933) did this 90 years ago, and it's still better than this.

This show was a lot of fun to watch and had a lot of interesting characters in it. It had humor, great action and good writing. I think people wanted more Kong but honestly they did a great job of showing us all the other creatures on skull island. And unlike the movies, the people in the show are interesting.

If you go in with expectations of just seeing Kong fight a bunch of monsters every episode then yeah you may be disappointed. But if you keep an open mind I think anyone can enjoy this. That's not to say that they don't give him screen time as there are some awesome fights with Kong. Give it a chance.

The makers were confused who are their Target audience. Sometimes the characters and dialogues feels its made for kids but then the gore feels its made for adults. The series is mostly about 3 Teenagers running around the skull Island shouting and whining and some mercenaries getting eaten by the creatures who shows up for 3-4 mins. None of the characters are likeable and the plot is boring and messy. But the Animation is absolutely beautiful. The Island, creatures the artwork is amazing. But isn't a great addition to the Monsterverse saga. Also Kong gets very less screentime, but this isn't a Kong show so can't complain.

Skull Island is an animated Netflix production based on the films from the Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures universe, which is a spinoff of Kong: Skull Island from 2017. The project is helmed by Brian Duffield, who previously worked as a writer for Love and Monsters and The Babysitter, and he takes on the role of writer and director for this animated feature. The story revolves around a group of individuals who find themselves stranded on Skull Island, where they encounter Kong and a multitude of gigantic creatures in this extraordinary location.

A low-budget animation that capitalizes on the popularity of Kong: Skull Island to attract viewers, but the storyline is extremely poor. It lacks any excitement or suspense, and the monster designs are very childlike. There are no monsters from the original film that make an appearance, only Kong, who lacks any sense of intimidation. I would recommend skipping it altogether, no matter how much of a fan you are of the original movie.

I am an old man, i remember back in the eighties the King Kong tv show, really loved it.

Then i got big enough to watch the film the 1933 original on Betamax with my uncle, !What a great evening!

Of course the movie was way better than the cartoon, but... and know so many years, and some movies latter. Netflix announces this show, i didn't like the trailer...but i hate trailers anyway, last night i decide to give a shot...was really worried by the way Netflix have been treating movies and tv shows has ammunition on their cultural war.

But what a surprise their first episode was great no so good animation but the suspense and the characters were enough to make me want to see the second episode And boy was I hooked Legendary did a great job respecting the tradition of Kong while keeping it fresh enough for young people to jump onboard the Skull Island wagon.

It s has something for the legendary movie series fans, for the Old King Kong Cartoons fans, even for fans of the Calico, i know there s some of those out there.

I have watched Skull Island on Netflix . All episodes are awesome. I loved the series. It was groundbreaking, action-packed with light-hearted characters. It has a lot of cool monsters, undiscovered environment, and a sense of humor. I recommend everyone to watch Skull Island Netflix right now. It was spectacular. I give it 10/10 to this series. The animation art style is great. Good storytelling, and an equalized balance of Kaiju action. Everyone should watch this show right now and give good reviews for this. This show is suitable for young adults and children. Your children will love this series.

"Skull Island" is what happens when you try to capitalize on a successful brand but you have a limited budget and average talent (at best). The result is an animation that is not worth watching.

I'm struggling to find something positive about this animated series. But I can't. I love the Godzilla movies, and I love anime, so naturally I had hoped "Skull Island" would at least be half decent. Sadly, it wasn't even that.

Dumb plot lines, bad voice acting, and cheap animation. I'm not sure who was the target audience for this monstrosity. Do yourself and favor and skip this one.

Story: 3 Animation: 2 Acting: 2.

If you enjoyed Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous then you will enjoy the general stylisation that this offering gives you.

The animation is good without ever needing to be outstanding. The storyline shines through.

If you have seen the 2005 King Kong film then as you start watching, you wonder if it has the connection you think it does.

It is not a spoiler to say that it does and it will add to the appeal.

Like everything animated, all is larger than life in every way, just as you would want it to be.

No necessarily child friendly, although if I was 6 years old again, I would love every aspect of the natural violence that you would associate with this kind of thing but worth a quick watch before you let little Jack or Jill loose on their imagination (and potential nightmares).

What garbage ..how can they not know how generic and terrible this dialog comes across.??? I love non anime animated shows and am genuinely blown away that somebody paid to make this... and when It was done they had to have watched it roght?... its just increasingly apparent that mediocrity is to high of a standard anymore...like if you want good storytelling and want to know how to get it right simply watch invincible or the legend of vox mafchina ....both of these shows absolutely hit home runs...this is just low brow unwatchable garbage...sorry if I am too harsh. I just have high hopes for new animated ips....this one is an utter fail.

Great story, 100% must watch. Would love to see further developments of this series. A+ I see most people are judging it based on old stories and not enjoying the prospect of a new view of the story and I personally liked it and wouldn't mind seeing a few seasons come of it. Would like to see what's under or inside of the island and learn more about the people who built the temple.

Great story, 100% must watch. Would love to see further developments of this series. A+ I see most people are judging it based on old stories and not enjoying the prospect of a new view of the story and I personally liked it and wouldn't mind seeing a few seasons come of it. Would like to see what's under or inside of the island and learn more about the people who built the temple.

Writers turned in a really bad episode one. All of the characters act in a contrived and counter-intuitive way. Example: Danger appears in a painfully slow roll that allows ample time to either flee or prepare for a heck of a fight. Standard Skull Island character reaction: stand frozen as a statue in a icy Helsinki winter staring blankly until the character dies ugly or, more rarely, is narrowly saved by coincidence or by the one character in the whole show that is capable of action.

The art department is another story. The backgrounds and especially the work of the artists that animate the creatures and human facial animations are really incredible. This talent is obviously well above average. It's great to see people invest so much of their time and energy into producing animated work at this level of sophistication.

Woahh at first i thought it would be bad like some kids show from netflix but nuhuh i was wrong!! Every episode makes you stick to the show and curious to what happens next and tbh i binged watched the whole series, which kind of sucks cuz it felt like i watched it for only an hour but no TT!! They didn't censored the brutal scenes and that's what i really like about this, talking about reality here! And KONG'S BG?!?! Kudos to the writers and mannn, they left us on a cliffhanger, I hope they don't cancel this one since netflix has a reputation of cancelling good shows. Ya'll better watch this one, just because it's a "kidshow from netflix" doesn't mean it's bad! Give it a try and trust me you won't waste your time watching this^^

Came across this animated show. Was hoping it would be similar to Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous. The later was far more superior

I will say the first episode was pretty good but once they got to island it was just odd. Saw many similarities to JECC but lost me about three episodes in.

Did enjoy the back stories and episodes were short and sweet but overall it is a pass for me.

Has some gods voice actors in Benjamin Bratt and one of the guys from never have I ever series

Not too many characters so easy to follow and one relationship was easy to predict.

Did enjoy the character of Annie as well.

I mean, how can you not love this show. It was incredible. Just finished it to day, and I just stumbled over it in the first place. I hadn't heard about it before hand. So when I did, I looked it up, and thought: hmm, this seems interesting. So I started watching it, and I got hooked right away and it just got better after each episode. Annie, man, that character was the greatest. So funny and entertaining, she was. She almost made the whole show for me. I laughed A LOT when she was on screen. So simple, yet so funny. Besides her being the comic wiz (without even knowing it), the show itself was also kind of funny, with this sublim humor, and it also had a bunch of action in it and adventures. For me, this was a winner. I really enjoyed it, and I hope there will be a second season.