Origin of Iron Man: Part 1 - S1-E11
Character mistake: When young Tony Stark is telling his father that their helicopter's anti-flak chip didn't kick in, he acknowledges that it was his fault by saying he blew it. When his father corrects him and says "No Tony, we blew it. Stark and Son," Tony defensively says "The anti-flak chip failed, it's not my fault," completely contradicting what he said seconds earlier. (00:14:00)
Hands of the Mandarin: Part 1 - S2-E12
Character mistake: When the power is going out across New York, Julia quips "Holy blackout of '68," referencing the Great Northeast Blackout. However, that occurred in 1965, not 1968. (00:03:39)
Character mistake: When Tony Stark is boarding his private jet, one of the reporters calls him "Mr. Star." (00:07:04)
Iron Man to the Second Power: Part 2 - S1-E10
Character mistake: When the robot Iron Man lands on the building, the clock behind him has inconsistent spacing between its Roman numerals, which would result in inaccurate time readings. (00:09:14)
The Defection of Hawkeye - S1-E8
Character mistake: When the team is going out for their midnight run, a sign is shown that says "One way. Don't buck up. Severe tire damage." It should say "Don't back up." (00:13:16)
The Grim Reaper Wears a Teflon Coat - S1-E5
Character mistake: When the mob is protesting Tony Stark, one of the signs is supposed to say "Fraud," but instead says "Eraud." (00:05:13)
Answer: Gleaned from the Internet: Some critics criticized the premise of so many one-off battles that were introduced and concluded within one or two episodes. Others felt the first-season plot lines were overly simplistic and never progressed or developed through the season. Also, the rivalry between Iron Man and the Mandarin also failed to capture viewer's attention.
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