We’re Tired of These 7 Avengers—But These 7 Seriously Need More Love

We’re Tired of These 7 Avengers—But These 7 Seriously Need More Love

Some Avengers steal the headlines—whether they’ve earned it or not. They dominate the posters, the merch shelves, and the MCU’s biggest moments, but that doesn’t mean they’re the most deserving. Behind the scenes, lesser-known heroes have been pulling their weight (and then some), often without the recognition they deserve. It’s time to reevaluate the hype. In this ranking, we’re spotlighting seven Avengers who are frankly overrated—and celebrating seven underappreciated powerhouses who’ve been overlooked for far too long. From forgotten comic legends to quiet MVPs, these unsung heroes are ready for their moment. Buckle up—this list might just change your loyalties.

Overrated: Iron Man

Tony Stark’s witty one-liners and flashy tech initially won our hearts, but his constant spotlight hogging has become exhausting. His character arc repeatedly cycles through the same beats: create problem, feel guilty, build new suit, save day.

Remember when other Avengers could finish a sentence without Stark interrupting? The MCU particularly amplified this issue, making Tony the emotional center of almost every team conflict.

While his genius and charm are undeniable, Iron Man’s dominance has come at the cost of developing other equally interesting characters. Perhaps it’s time for the billionaire playboy philanthropist to step back and let others lead for a change.

Overrated: Ghost Rider

Robbie Reyes roars onto scenes with his flaming skull and hellish muscle car, but what happens after the smoke clears? Not much, unfortunately.

The modern Ghost Rider gets spectacular visual moments that make great trailer footage, yet he rarely contributes meaningfully to the team’s core missions or emotional arcs. His appearances feel calculated for maximum visual impact rather than storytelling significance.

While his vengeance-fueled backstory holds potential, writers typically reduce him to a supernatural special effect rather than developing his complex relationship with the Spirit of Vengeance or his struggles to protect his brother.

Overrated: Thor

From noble warrior to punchline delivery system, Thor’s character transformation hasn’t exactly been worthy of Mjolnir. The once-dignified Asgardian prince now seems relegated to comic relief status despite being one of the most powerful beings in the universe.

His godly powers often create plot problems too. Writers either make him absurdly overpowered or inexplicably weakened to serve the story, with little consistency between appearances.

The constant jokes about his appearance, cluelessness about Earth customs, or rivalry with other heroes have grown stale. The God of Thunder deserves better than being the butt of every other joke in Avengers gatherings.

Overrated: Hawkeye

Clint Barton somehow secured a permanent seat at the Avengers’ table despite bringing little more than good aim to battles against gods and monsters. His everyman persona worked initially as an audience surrogate, but his continued prominence stretches credibility.

Marvel’s insistence on elevating Hawkeye to the same tier as genuinely superpowered heroes creates an awkward imbalance. Even his most impressive feats—shooting without looking or using trick arrows—pale beside teammates who manipulate reality or harness cosmic energy.

His family-man storylines, while humanizing, consume valuable screen time that could develop more compelling and underutilized characters.

Overrated: Wolverine

Logan’s gruff attitude and adamantium claws slice through enemy ranks—and page counts—in virtually every major Marvel event. His popularity has led to overexposure that dilutes what once made him special.

The loner who somehow appears in eight different team books simultaneously has become a marketing crutch. When writers need to boost sales, Wolverine magically appears, regardless of whether the story needs him.

His constant presence in Avengers storylines often feels forced, especially since his lone-wolf personality directly contradicts team dynamics. The X-Men’s most famous member deserves selective, meaningful appearances rather than being Marvel’s universal plot device with claws.

Overrated: Black Widow

Natasha Romanova’s martial arts prowess and spy skills make her a capable fighter, but her outsized prominence in the Avengers lineup has become increasingly difficult to justify. Her standard-issue firearms and acrobatics look impressive in choreographed sequences yet seem impractical against world-ending threats.

Her backstory as a Russian assassin received extensive exploration while other characters with equally complex histories remain undeveloped. The constant focus on her redemption arc has grown repetitive.

While representation matters, elevating Black Widow above characters with more interesting powers and abilities feels like a missed opportunity to showcase Marvel’s truly unique heroes.

Overrated: Captain Marvel

Carol Danvers burst onto the scene with tremendous fanfare and marketing push, immediately positioned as the strongest Avenger. Her introduction felt forced rather than earned, especially compared to heroes who developed over multiple films.

Her biggest weakness? Not having any. Captain Marvel’s near-invulnerability and perfect moral compass make her battles lack genuine stakes or tension.

The character certainly deserves representation in the Avengers lineup, but her portrayal would benefit from more nuance and vulnerability. Even Superman has kryptonite! Give Carol real challenges, personal flaws, and growth opportunities instead of relying on her powers to blast through every problem.

Underappreciated: Moon Knight

Marc Spector isn’t just Batman with a moon theme—he’s a fascinatingly complex character whose multiple personalities and questionable connection to an ancient deity make him uniquely unpredictable. His street-level perspective would bring something fresh to Avengers dynamics.

Unlike many heroes with clear moral compasses, Moon Knight operates in gray areas. His struggle with mental illness represents an important perspective rarely explored in superhero narratives.

The Disney+ series barely scratched the surface of his potential. As an Avenger, Moon Knight could bring psychological depth, tactical brilliance, and moral ambiguity that would challenge the team’s conventional approach to heroism and justice.

Underappreciated: Hercules

The Lion of Olympus brings something truly unique to the Avengers—mythological might coupled with boundless enthusiasm for mortal life. Unlike Thor’s fish-out-of-water routine, Hercules embraces humanity with infectious joy while maintaining the perspective of an immortal.

His strength rivals Thor’s, but his fighting style—more wrestler than thunderer—creates visually distinct battle sequences. The son of Zeus also brings centuries of legendary adventures and godly connections that could expand the Marvel universe in fascinating directions.

Most importantly, Hercules offers something the often-brooding Avengers desperately need: genuine warmth and camaraderie without cynicism. His boisterous personality and warrior’s honor would refresh team dynamics instantly.

Underappreciated: Ant-Man

Scott Lang saved the universe by suggesting time travel in Endgame, yet still gets treated as the Avengers’ class clown. His unique ability to navigate quantum realms and microscopic dimensions offers storytelling possibilities no other hero can match.

Beyond size-changing, Scott brings something rare to the Avengers: everyday perspective. As a former criminal turned single dad, his journey represents second chances and finding heroism in ordinary life.

The reformed thief possesses technical brilliance that rivals Tony Stark’s, just with less ego attached. Lang’s innovative applications of Pym particles demonstrate creative problem-solving that should earn him a place at the Avengers’ strategy table instead of relegation to comic relief status.

Underappreciated: Black Knight

Dane Whitman wields the cursed Ebony Blade—a weapon with a mythic history that rivals Thor’s hammer—yet casual Marvel fans barely recognize his name. As a brilliant physicist who battles the blade’s bloodthirsty curse, his internal struggle creates fascinating story potential.

His long service record with the Avengers includes leadership roles and crucial victories that newer characters get credit for today. The Black Knight brings a unique combination of medieval imagery and modern heroism that stands out visually.

With connections to Arthurian legend and the supernatural side of Marvel, Dane offers a perfect bridge between science-based heroes and magical realms that remain largely unexplored in mainstream stories.

Underappreciated: Doctor Druid

Before Doctor Strange became a household name, Anthony Druid brought mystical expertise to the Avengers. Trained by the same Ancient One who mentored Strange, Druid possessed impressive telepathic abilities and occult knowledge that proved crucial during supernatural threats.

His Celtic-inspired magic offered a different flavor than the eastern mysticism popularized by Strange. As one of the earliest mystical Avengers, he laid groundwork that later magical heroes built upon without acknowledgment.

Doctor Druid’s complicated history—including periods of manipulation by villains—provides rich material for exploring how heroes recover from mistakes and rebuild trust, themes that resonate with modern audiences seeking complex characters.

Underappreciated: Hellcat

Few realize Patsy Walker existed in Marvel comics before most superheroes, beginning as a character in romance comics in the 1940s before transforming into the superhero Hellcat. This meta-narrative of a character evolving across genres makes her uniquely fascinating.

Her enhanced agility and martial arts skills may seem modest, but her psychic sensitivity and supernatural awareness make her invaluable against mystical threats. Hellcat’s journey from civilian to hero to Defender to Avenger spans decades of Marvel history.

With her signature yellow costume and clawed gloves, Patsy brings vibrant energy and street-level perspective that balances the cosmic-scale concerns of other Avengers.

Underappreciated: Quicksilver

Introduced and killed off in the same movie, Pietro Maximoff never had a fair shot at becoming a fan favorite. His super-speed powers looked amazing on screen, creating some of Age of Ultron’s most memorable visual moments.

What makes his short stint so frustrating is how much potential was left untapped. In the comics, Quicksilver has a rich history and complex relationships with the Avengers, X-Men, and his sister Wanda. His sacrifice to save Hawkeye showed his heroic nature, but imagine what could have been if he’d survived.

The speedster could have added an exciting dynamic to later team-ups and provided emotional support during Wanda’s darkest moments. Instead, we got a throwaway “You didn’t see that coming?” and credits.