10 Worst MCU Phase 4 & 5 Jokes That Had Us Cringing

Several jokes in Phases 4 and 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe simply failed to land. One of the key elements that sets Marvel Studios’ stories apart from other superhero movie franchises is the inclusion of comedy, light-heartedness, and fun. In the past, this has been used to assuage some of the darker parts of the MCU’s storylines, while also helping to create memorable, likable, and relatable characters that make the MCU feel more realistic than its competitors. However, Marvel Studios’ jokes haven’t always landed, and in recent years, there seems to have been a barrage of comedy overshadowing the more serious and grounded stories.