The First Reactions To 'Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness' Are Here

The social media embargo for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has just lifted. That means that thoughts and opinions of the film from critics and other entertainment journalists are just starting to pour in.

Check out what some of our peers are already saying about the highly anticipated sequel below!

Sam Raimi has delivered a perfect embodiment of his superhero days and horror legacy in #DoctorStrangeInTheMultiverseOfMadness’s aesthetic, but its depth is not nearly as expansive as a story existing in the infinite multiverse should be. #DoctorStrange #MarvelStudios pic.twitter.com/a5WvNFfb38
— CRPWrites.com | est ‘18 (@CRPWritescom) May 3, 2022

#MultiverseOfMadness is the fever dream, action-packed movie only Sam Raimi could do. It takes the usual MCU formula, adds in the Multiverse, a few cameos, then cranks it up to 100. I loved every second. Xochitl Gomez and Lizzie Olsen were standouts within a star-studded cast. pic.twitter.com/JQnaeQA6Ya
— Big Screen Leafs (@bigscreenleaks) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange in the #MultiverseofMadness is mind-bending with huge action sequences and a tremendous performance from Elizabeth Olsen. Definitely dives into the horror of it all. Marvel's scariest – and most violent(!) – to date. pic.twitter.com/E9UphSt3qf
— Kirsten (@KirstenAcuna) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange Multiverse of Madness was a comic book fever dream. This is by far the Best Directed MCU film. Sam Raimi awed me with his incredible style and visual flare. The action set pieces blew me away & Elizabeth Olsen's #ScarlettWitch was a force to be reckon with. pic.twitter.com/PrbmnwNeeo
— Duane Miller (@Cinemaniac94) May 3, 2022

#MultiverseofMadness was SO SO SO SO MUCH FUN! Not only that, it’s easily the darkest and most brutal MCU film to date. Elizabeth Olsen steals the show, easily making her one of the best characters in this film. The number one spot although, goes to Xochitil Gomez, (1/3)
— Elijah Boxhill (@OpticalCinema) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange is totally madcap and insane. It’s 100% a Sam Raimi movie (which is very much appreciated), easily the scariest MCU entry thus far. Go in knowing as little as possible. Your journey to the multiverse will be much more enjoyable. 🌀 pic.twitter.com/YgbMhi1k3e
— Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) May 3, 2022

I’m very mixed on #DoctorStrangeInTheMultiverseOfMadness Raimi’s voice is felt at times but then swallowed up by the MCU juggernaut. The horror elements are strong with performances that make the film fun. Olsen has NEVER been better & goes FULL monster but her arc is problematic pic.twitter.com/h9NkY3sgWr
— Lauren LaMagna (@laurenlamango) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrangeInTheMultiverseOfMadness is the blend of MCU accessibility and Raimi’s Evil Dead 2 that I didn’t know that I needed. Starts off w/ the familiar MCU tone, but adds a lot more horror and weird in the back half. I thoroughly enjoyed it. pic.twitter.com/QqXxgW2YNq
— Sean Chandler (@kirkneverdied) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange: MARVEL MADE A HORROR MOVIE! It's weird, scary and earns the title "Multiverse of Madness." If you were at all concerned this movie wouldn't feel Sam Raimi enough, fear not! I can't imagine a more Sam Raimi MCU film. My genre loving heart is bursting right now. pic.twitter.com/9we5vMpXhy
— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) May 3, 2022

DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS is a wild, cameo-filled ride. Elizabeth Olsen stands out with an incredible performance & Sam Raimi delivers a marvelous visual spectacle infused with personality & a breakneck pace that would have benefited from a stronger structure. pic.twitter.com/Y5zvCJCk4d
— Diego Andaluz (@thediegoandaluz) May 3, 2022

DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS often struggles to craft an interesting story from an extremely flawed script. Yet it does venture into creative territory, especially with a more violent tone. Raimi isn’t as stifled as feared. Greatly enjoyed Elfman’s score. pic.twitter.com/yU1Laa1c5f
— Josh Parham (@JRParham) May 3, 2022

Ultimately wasn't a big fan of #DoctorStrange in the #MultiverseOfMadness, but one thing's for sure: it's a stylistic buffet. Started off rather tame, but it got crazier as it went on. It had some laughs, fun visuals, and an entertaining score. pic.twitter.com/wcJZJfEwvN
— Film Poser™️ Josie Marie 🇵🇷 (@TheJosieMarie) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange 2 is a terrific sequel. Sam Raimi has crafted a great addition to the MCU. The horror elements were handled well. Elisabeth Olsen steals the show, great pacing, stellar visuals, and incredible character progressions. #MultiverseOfMadness https://t.co/ANIlH4UgC5 pic.twitter.com/zZDpbPm7MB
— CriticalOverlord (@CriticalOverlo3) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange in the #MultiverseOfMadness is full of Raimi’s style & fun fight scenes, but ultimately it fails to fully deliver on the madness it promised. A story with plenty of potential that falls flat & feels incomplete & America Chavez was sadly not done justice. pic.twitter.com/cuqMqQ3n29
— Film Poser™️ Gabriela🖖🏼✨ (@gaby_burgos27) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrange #MultiverseOfMadness is a Sam Raimi movie in and out… horrific, brutal, shocking, & even scary at times. The film builds on each minute it gives & never lets up even at the very end. Elizabeth Olsen is even better than she was in WANDAVISION. pic.twitter.com/Z8jDkcrKGO
— Zach Pope (@popetheking) May 3, 2022

#DoctorStrangeInTheMultiverseOfMadness succeeded in both giving Sam Raimi latitude to bring his blend of wicked humor and horror to the MCU while also giving #DoctorStrange and #scarletwitch thematic arcs that deepened both characters. Full review at 9am. pic.twitter.com/o3TLnQtGI8
— Brian Skutle (@skutlelemur) May 3, 2022

Full reviews for the film drop at 9AM EST.

Directed by Sam Raimi, the film features the return of Academy Award-nominee Benedict Cumberbatch as the titular superhero, as well as Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch, Benedict Wong as Wong, Rachel McAdams as Christine Palmer, and Chiwetel Ejiofor as Mordo.

Xochitl Gomez is the only confirmed addition to the cast. She’ll play the dimension-shattering superhero America Chavez. On the off-chance you couldn’t figure out who that mystery character who that mystery character talking to Strange was, it was Patrick Stewart! While he seems to be returning as Professor Charles Xavier, it’s unclear if he will be the same Professor X from the original X-Men from franchise, or if he’s a variant. Several other actors are expected to appear as well, though their roles remain shrouded in secrecy.

The official synopsis for the film is as follows:

“In Marvel Studios’ ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,’ the MCU unlocks the Multiverse and pushes its boundaries further than ever before. Journey into the unknown with Doctor Strange, who, with the help of mystical allies both old and new, traverses the mind-bending and dangerous alternate realities of the Multiverse to confront a mysterious new adversary.”

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is set to hit theaters on May 6, 2022. You can purchase your tickets wherever tickets are sold now.