I don't usually get very excited whenever Disney comes up with a new series. Especially in this genre. It usually just turns out to be too polished and too "well behaved". But so far Renegade Nell is surprisingly good! It definitely has been able to keep my attention for the first 3 episodes. The character development seems to be going well and the storyline for sure isn't predictable. It does have that (slight) Disney feeling to it, but not in a bad way. To me this show definitely is a major step in the right direction, because I've been thinking about canceling my subscription for a while now. If they continue to make more shows at this level, I might just decide not to do that. Obviously I haven't watched the entire show yet, but once I'm finished I will give this review an honest update.
***UPDATE***
I just finished the last episode and I definitely loved it all. Although the story seemed to be completed, I wouldn't mind if they came up with another season! The lead actress is perfect in the role of Nell. She's witty, sharp and sarcastic, but at the same time fair and caring, which is kinda refreshing for a female lead in a story like this. The story may not be as deep and dramatic like - for example - Game of Thrones, but it's quirky, entertaining and executed well enough to get a high rating from me nonetheless. You just can't compare this series with the "big masterpieces", because the target audience for this series is completely different. If you solely prefer dark fantasy with a lot of action, blood and gore, this series will probably disappoint you. But if you also enjoy lighthearted fantasy and British humor in general, you're probably gonna like this. I don't really have any negative remarks. The only thing that SLIGHTLY bothers me, is the lack of backstory in some elements. Like, where did Billy come from? What's up with Roxy's magic? Does George also have a certain gift? And a little more insight on Captain Jackson and the history Nell had with him would've been nice. But if there's gonna be another season, they might still get into some of that. I honestly hope they will, because that would give me a solid reason not to cancel my Disney+ subscription!
***UPDATE***
I just finished the last episode and I definitely loved it all. Although the story seemed to be completed, I wouldn't mind if they came up with another season! The lead actress is perfect in the role of Nell. She's witty, sharp and sarcastic, but at the same time fair and caring, which is kinda refreshing for a female lead in a story like this. The story may not be as deep and dramatic like - for example - Game of Thrones, but it's quirky, entertaining and executed well enough to get a high rating from me nonetheless. You just can't compare this series with the "big masterpieces", because the target audience for this series is completely different. If you solely prefer dark fantasy with a lot of action, blood and gore, this series will probably disappoint you. But if you also enjoy lighthearted fantasy and British humor in general, you're probably gonna like this. I don't really have any negative remarks. The only thing that SLIGHTLY bothers me, is the lack of backstory in some elements. Like, where did Billy come from? What's up with Roxy's magic? Does George also have a certain gift? And a little more insight on Captain Jackson and the history Nell had with him would've been nice. But if there's gonna be another season, they might still get into some of that. I honestly hope they will, because that would give me a solid reason not to cancel my Disney+ subscription!