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Prime Video’s 'Butterfly' Draws Early Praise for Action but Critiques Character Depth

Reviews ahead of its August 13 launch highlight the series’ thrilling opening sequence at the expense of its character development.

Daniel Dae Kim as David standing in a market in Butterfly.
Daniel Dae Kim walking away from an explosion in Butterfly
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Overview

  • The six-episode spy drama based on Arash Amel’s graphic novel premieres on Amazon Prime Video on August 13.
  • Critics commend the opening ten-minute stealth mission for its blend of wit, suspense and high-octane action.
  • Daniel Dae Kim and Reina Hardesty receive consistent praise for their committed performances as father and daughter.
  • Reviewers criticize the show’s family drama as underdeveloped, calling the central relationship superficial.
  • Several critics point to uneven pacing after the pilot, describing subsequent episodes as meandering and disjointed.