: Several reviews, including those from The Guardian, criticize the "eye-bleeding" and often "ridiculous" CGI landscapes that became more prominent over time.
: The show is noted for its strong female leads and inclusive storytelling, including a treated-as-normal LGBTQ+ romance in Season 5. Common Criticisms (The Bad) once_upon_a_time
: The series holds a 78% Tomatometer score and a 78% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes . : Several reviews, including those from The Guardian,
: The first season received mostly positive reviews for its bold premise and strong lead performances by Ginnifer Goodwin (Snow White) and Jennifer Morrison (Emma Swan). : Several reviews