"Marvel's Jessica Jones" is a television series developed by Melissa Rosenberg for Netflix, part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The series premiered in 2015 and ran for three seasons, concluding in 2019. It is based on the Marvel Comics character Jessica Jones, who is portrayed by Krysten Ritter.
Jessica Jones is a former superhero turned private investigator with a troubled past. The series explores her journey as she tries to rebuild her life and cope with the trauma of her past experiences. The first season focuses on Jessica's investigation into the mind-controlling villain Kilgrave, played by David Tennant. The subsequent seasons deal with Jessica's continued struggles, relationships, and encounters with new threats.
"Marvel's Jessica Jones" received praise for its complex, mature storytelling, as well as Krysten Ritter's strong performance in the lead role. The series is known for tackling themes of trauma, abuse, and personal redemption within the framework of a superhero narrative.
It's worth noting that "Jessica Jones" and several other Marvel Television series on Netflix, such as "Daredevil," "Luke Cage," and "The Punisher," are part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe but operate somewhat independently from the larger film franchise.