This intriguing superhero-fantasy Marvel offshoot of one of more detestable evil characters offers up a fascinating character display of evil charisma and charm that defies a repulsive viewing experience. The presentation of counter-intuitive humor and an inviting performance by Tom Hiddleston as Loki is amazingly great. Somehow the inclusion of Owen Wilson works as a Time Variance Authority and the script really provides an entertaining insight into Loki's character. The tension of variable morality, trust, friendship is infused with a plentitude of remarkable moments, heightening a sense of a break though series that elevates it above many others and setting a new bar for television drama. The only real major weakness in the series is the last episode which wavers in its stunning and for some disappointing climax either attributable to lazy writing burnout or depending on the subjective preference of the audience, the ending can be either a huge letdown from the typical expectation of audience members or the stumble of the uncertainty by the series writers of how to allow the series to continue and segue into a second season perhaps. Even so, if only Loki's last several seconds could have been scripted in the style consistent with rest of the series, may this series have been considered among the best. Even so, this entertaining, compelling series appears to find some redemption in a second season that is likely to start in 2023 which hopefully will make the first season even better in retrospect.