Content Warning: this article contains plot spoilers for the Disney+ show Hawkeye.
Disney+'s Hawkeye has been chock-full of action-packed sequences, hilarious moments, moving scenes, and visually stunning shots. The most beautiful shots in the series so far reinforce the fact that it's one of the best Marvel TV offerings, as the team behind the show obviously put in the work to produce each exhilarating episode.
Whether it's the amazing Pym arrow crushing the Tracksuit Mafia's van or Kate's dramatic fall from the roof, the best shots in the series often happen during pivotal moments. They say a lot about the characters and sometimes reference events from previous movies like The Avengers and Avengers: Infinity War.
The Safe Trick Arrow
The members of the Tracksuit Mafia may be among the funniest MCU villains, but they don't ever back down from a fight. They masterfully drive their "Trust a Bro" van through the busy streets of New York in an attempt to catch Clint and Kate but are no match for the trick arrow that comes soon enough.
The van's explosion is an epic scene that likely took most viewers by surprise. Even Kate is shocked by the trick arrow, as Hawkeye made a point to choose the least dangerous ones for her. It's one of the highlights of the exciting car chase that underscores the underrated hero's power, as he does have a few trick arrows up his sleeve.
Armand Duquense III's Murder
Kate led a mostly normal life before the night of the auction. Aside from some antics with a bell tower, she had her future planned out well enough. That all changes when she dons the Ronin outfit, though, as it leads to a disastrous chain of events – Armand's murder is just among the first of many mysteries she'll have to solve.
The shot that shows Armand's dead body in his own living room looks like it came straight out of a suspense film. The maid's utter shock and loud screams after finding her boss's corpse is only the added bonus. Fans have yet to see who is truly responsible for the crime, but the fact that the elderly man was stabbed with a sword really narrows down the potential suspects.
Ronin's Rampage
It's likely not the first time that fans of the MCU have heard of Ronin, as hints about his violent actions have been shown in a previous post-credits scene. Hawkeye really delves deep into Clint's bloodbath with his Blip persona, though, and it doesn't shy away from showing just how gruesome things became.
Fans may recall a short flashback Clint has when he sees someone wearing the Ronin outfit out in public. He doesn't seem to hear his daughter's comment about a "ninja" saving a dog, as he's been transported back to the brutal night depicted in a gritty and visually stunning way.
The Pym Trick Arrow
Some of Hawkeye's coolest trick arrows are featured in the series, with Kate echoing the audiences' shock and amazement at what each one does. Most fans would agree that the most spectacular one so far is the massive Pym arrow that makes an appearance towards the end of the car chase with Echo and her goons.
Kate has no idea why Clint is asking her to shoot an arrow upwards, but it becomes clear when Hawkeye raises an arrow with a tip labeled "Pym." When the second arrow hits Kate's, it causes the first one to become huge, which is awe-inspiring when fans see its size compared to the Manhattan bridge.
Echo's Introduction
Fans get a first look at one of the badass female characters in Hawkeye after Kate ruins Clint's "catch release" infiltration of the Tracksuit Mafia. Viewers are thrust into a red room that's full of blaring speakers and see an enigmatic character lift her hand to feel the music as it pours out of the equipment.
What follows is a great cliffhanger that has fans wondering who the woman staring straight towards the camera is. Her intense stare and the red lighting make it an especially intimidating but beautifully captured moment.
Thanos Was Right
The world after the Blip has been irreversibly changed, which is especially obvious for characters like Clint who have been in the middle of it all since the start. When Clint excuses himself from a cringe-worthy musical to go to the restroom, a simple but powerful shot of the urinal highlights the words "Thanos was right."
It's a jarring sentiment, but one that has been often repeated in the post-Blip world. With millions of people displaced and the economy in shambles, many civilians believe that mass genocide may be the better option.
Hawkeye Walks Through LARPers
No fan will forget the hilarious slow-mo scene of Hawkeye walking through a Live Action Role Playing event in order to retrieve his Ronin outfit from a participant. There's a particularly artistic shot with perfect framing that shows an annoyed Clint making his way through enthusiastic LARPers.
Little does he know that Grills won't give up the Ronin suit that easily. Clint will be forced to participate in a fake battle and make it look real enough to satisfy Grills and impress his friends in the LARPing club.
Kate Bishop Falls From The Roof
One of the MCU's most heartbreaking separations is paralleled during an intense fight scene on the roof in front of Maya's apartment. Kate is able to hold her own well but isn't able to handle Yelena's Black Widow training.
Kate is flung off the roof and saved by Clint at the last second. He's obviously terrified that she's hurt and is taken aback when he looks down. Clint has been warning her over the course of the series about how dangerous it is to be a superhero, but this visually stunning scene is the thing that cements it for him. He's reminded of Natasha's tragic death, which looks a lot like Kate's potentially fatal accident at that moment.
Rogers: The Musical
One of the first things Clint and his kids do in New York is watch 'Rogers: The Musical,' which is a fictional Broadway musical based on Steve Rogers' life. It portrays the intense events during The Avengers as well, but Clint is unsurprisingly sidelined during the whole show.
If it were a real-life musical, the last shot of the entire cast posing after a flawlessly choreographed number might have been impressive. However, in the context of Hawkeye, it only annoys Clint — and likely some viewers at home.
Kate Bishop Watches Hawkeye
The frantic events of the Battle of New York are depicted through a unique perspective in Hawkeye, as the intense fights are seen through young Kate's eyes. She runs around their apartment in a panic, trying to find her parents as the explosions and chaos ensue right outside.
When she runs into a room with its wall blown off, she spots Hawkeye on the roof of a building in the distance. She watches as he jumps and falls backward — it's a striking scene that unfolds in slo-mo. That moment is in large part responsible for her drive to become the world's greatest archer and she even mentions how Clint is an inspiration later in the series.