The Avengers (2012)
Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
69Kernel Score — Generally Favorable, 0 reviews
The Kernel take
A Metascore of 69 represents solid critical consensus for a $220M tentpole, though the $1.52B gross suggests audience appetite substantially outpaced critical enthusiasm.
Director track record: Joss Whedon
The Avengers (69) sits well above Joss Whedon's own 62-point average across his other scored films — a career-high for the director, though it trails his best-reviewed work, Serenity (74).
Lead track record: Robert Downey Jr.
The Avengers (69) sits well above Robert Downey Jr.'s own 60.2-point average across his other scored films — one of his best-reviewed works to date, though it falls short of his peak, Richard III (86).
Box office
Budget $220M · Box office $1,518.8M