Invincible Season 3 will fix the show’s biggest problem

As a seasoned gamer and TV enthusiast who’s been through the ringer with countless cliffhangers, I can’t help but breathe a sigh of relief at the news that Invincible Season 3 will be arriving without an unwelcome mid-season break. You see, I’ve been in this game long enough to remember when shows used to take a hiatus during the holidays – a practice as archaic as dial-up internet these days.


At last, we’ve received news about Season 3 of Invincible, and it appears they plan to tackle the most significant issue that arose in Season 2.

In Season 2, it was fascinating to watch Mark’s physical and emotional torment repeatedly, knowing his resilience (he’s quite tough as you know). However, the series had a significant flaw that we’d like to address, and it wasn’t related to high-pitched sounds.

As a passionate gamer, I can’t help but feel frustrated and outmaneuvered, just like when a boss in a game is split into multiple levels to prolong the challenge. Unfortunately, the creators of Invincible Season 2 seem to have employed a similar tactic by splitting it into two parts, leaving us hanging and craving more. It’s as if they’ve hidden the next level key and I can’t progress!

It appears that some leaks indicate good news for fans: Invincible Season 3 may arrive earlier than anticipated without any mid-season interruptions, though keep in mind this information might require a bit of skepticism.

I will break you! 

Invincible Season 3 will fix the show’s biggest problem

Of course, you might wonder what the problem is with mid-season breaks. After all, older readers will be intimately familiar with TV shows disappearing from schedules for a few weeks over the holiday season.

Essentially, they play a crucial role by enabling the production team to take breaks, generating enthusiasm for the series among viewers, and giving writers time to complete their tasks.

I actually don’t mind a well-thought-out mid-season break, and they can be really effective if done properly. Yet, I must admit, the Invincible Season 2 split made me grumpier than Battle Beast with a hangover. It felt really manufactured, robbed the series of its momentum, and created an odd disconnect between the two parts. 

In Season 2, I found all the plotlines engaging – the tension surrounding Vltrumites, Angstrom Levy’s journeys across universes, and Mark’s relationship troubles with Amber. However, I felt that these storylines weren’t seamlessly connected, which became more noticeable due to the extended gap between the two halves of the season.

Additionally, it feels disappointing, almost unfair, given my long wait of three years, during which only four episodes were shown before being taken off air again. While I understand the challenges in production due to the pandemic and strikes, waiting for close to 900 days was a significant stretch. I could have tolerated a bit more delay to receive the entire season.

Split the difference

Invincible Season 3 will fix the show’s biggest problem

Indeed, it’s not just Invincible that divides its seasons into parts; other shows do the same, and Prime Video isn’t the only platform employing this strategy. I’m merely using Invincible as an example because it’s well-known – but the practice of breaking seasons into chunks is becoming increasingly common, and it can be quite frustrating.

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share that Netflix has decided to divide Season 4 of Stranger Things, similar to what they did with Bridgerton and Emily in Paris. Kasey Moore, the brain behind What’s on Netflix, hinted at Yahoo Entertainment that this move keeps the discussion about a show buzzing for an extended period and offers two significant viewership spikes. It seems there are additional advantages to this approach as well.

Moore mentioned that some of the seasons this year felt artificially divided due to circumstances beyond Netflix’s control. In 2024, we’re facing the effects of a writers’ and actors’ strike, which has left our U.S. lineup thinner than normal. To compensate for these gaps, they are releasing split seasons.

As a gamer, I find myself frequently frustrated due to the unexpected pauses in the gameplay flow. These interruptions appear to be unplanned, as if they were not taken into account during development. At their best, these breaks disrupt the tension and any progress that’s been made, leaving me feeling disconnected from the immersive experience. At their worst, they confuse me and leave me disoriented, taking me out of the game entirely.

Frankly speaking, upon returning to watch Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 2, I found myself puzzled about the events that had transpired earlier. Consequently, when sweet Emily went skiing with her boyfriend and his ex, it left me perplexed as to why she was enduring such distress! This dilemma could have been avoided if the season had been released in its entirety from the start.

Additionally, I share your viewpoint that prolonging conversations may not necessarily be beneficial. To elaborate, based on my anecdotal observations as a professional who monitors fan discussions and trends, it appears that the final episodes of Invincible Season 2 received less excitement compared to the initial four episodes’ warm reception.

It appears that a significant portion of the conversation centered on people’s discontent with the series split and their lack of awareness about its return. In my opinion, Amazon could have benefited from releasing all eight episodes consecutively each week, as this would have facilitated a smoother narrative flow and fostered more positive discussions about the show.

In summary, I’m relieved that Amazon seems to have corrected its mistake by releasing Invincible Season 3 all at once. It would be wonderful if Netflix could do the same for Stranger Things Season 5. If you’re a fan of Mark and his companions, don’t forget to explore our analysis of the Invincible cast or our list featuring the top 10 strongest Invincible characters!

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2024-10-14 15:18