8.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Legion (2017)
Legion (2017)
Overview
David Haller, AKA Legion, is a troubled young man who may be more than human. Diagnosed as schizophrenic, David has been in and out of psychiatric hospitals for years. But after a strange encounter with a fellow patient, he’s confronted with the possibility that the voices he hears and the visions he sees might be real.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Gender Swap: Yes
Viewer Rating
8.2
Overview
David Haller, AKA Legion, is a troubled young man who may be more than human. Diagnosed as schizophrenic, David has been in and out of psychiatric hospitals for years. But after a strange encounter with a fellow patient, he’s confronted with the possibility that the voices he hears and the visions he sees might be real.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central conflict revolves around divine judgment versus humanity's right to exist, a broad theological theme without a strong inherent political valence. The solution championed is spiritual and individualistic, focusing on protecting a 'chosen one' and demonstrating humanity's worth through acts of courage, rather than promoting specific political ideologies or systemic changes.
The series demonstrates significant diversity through its casting, including a notable gender-swap for a key character from the source material. However, the narrative primarily focuses on the protagonist's psychological journey and powers, rather than explicitly critiquing traditional identities or making DEI themes central to its core message.
Secondary
Legion features Ptonomy Wallace, a central and heroic character who is openly gay. His sexuality is presented as a normal, non-dramatized aspect of his identity, depicted with dignity and agency. His relationships are portrayed as supportive and healthy, contributing to an overall positive and affirming representation of an LGBTQ+ character.
The show features Kerry Loudermilk, a physically enhanced mutant, who frequently engages in and wins close-quarters physical combat against multiple male opponents, including armed soldiers, using martial arts and melee weapons.
The character Lenny Busker, a minor male character in the Marvel Comics source material, is portrayed as a prominent female character in the show, primarily by Aubrey Plaza.
The television series 'Legion' does not include any transsexual characters or storylines. Its narrative primarily focuses on mental health, mutant abilities, and psychological warfare, without engaging with themes of gender identity.
The show's central character, David Haller, is portrayed by an actor matching his comic book race. Most other significant characters are original creations for the series or have ambiguous racial depictions in their comic source material, thus not meeting the criteria for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.1
7.5
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9.1
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