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What If...? 2021

“One question changes everything.”

★ 8.0/10 · 4,665 votes TV-14 AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy 3 seasons · 26 eps Ended
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What is What If...??

What If...? is an animated anthology television series that premiered in 2021.

Type
TV series
Year
2021
Status
Ended
Episodes
26
First aired
Aug 11, 2021
Last aired
Dec 29, 2024
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Disney+
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

What If...? is an animated anthology television series that premiered in 2021. The program draws inspiration from the comic books of the same name. Each individual episode of the series functions to question, revisit, and twist classic moments from the Marvel Cinematic universe. The series was released during a year defined by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of multiple variants. As the world confronted the consequences of various events throughout 2021, the series provided viewers with a collection of stories that explored alternate outcomes within its established narrative framework. By utilizing the anthology format, the show examines how different choices or circumstances might have altered the paths of familiar characters and settings. The production remains a notable entry in the media landscape of 2021, a year marked by significant global events and cultural shifts. Through its unique approach to storytelling, the series invites audiences to consider the infinite possibilities inherent in its source material while navigating the realities of the time in which it was released.

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Should you watch it?

“This animated anthology series explores alternate realities within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.”

Reasons to watch
  • revisits classic cinematic moments
  • offers unique narrative twists
Keep in mind
  • episodic format may lack long-form character arcs

Watch it if you enjoy exploring hypothetical scenarios based on established superhero stories.

The series features animated action sequences consistent with superhero genre conventions.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 9 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 9 episodes
Season 3 · 8 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this series animated?

Yes, the series is presented in an animated format.

What is the premise of the show?

Each episode explores how classic Marvel Cinematic moments might have unfolded differently.

Is this based on existing material?

The series takes inspiration from comic books of the same name.

Does the show follow a single story?

No, it is an anthology series where each episode features a different narrative.

What is the tone of the series?

The series focuses on questioning and twisting established events within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.