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Mockingbird has been described as one of Marvel's most notable and powerful female heroes.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Looking For A Role Model? These 195+ Marvel Female Characters Are Truly Heroic |url=https://www.scarymommy.com/marvel-female-characters |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=Scary Mommy |date=29 November 2021 |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=O'Brien |first=Megan Nicole |date=2021-04-29 |title=Marvel: 10 Best Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D., Ranked |url=https://www.cbr.com/marvel-best-shield-agents-ranking/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=CBR |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Erao |first=Matthew |date=2017-01-21 |title=Marvel: 17 Most Powerful Agents Of SHIELD, Ranked |url=https://screenrant.com/most-powerful-agents-of-shield-ranked-marvel-hulk/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=ScreenRant[[Screen Rant]] |language=en-US}}</ref>

In media set in the [[Marvel Cinematic Universe]] (MCU), [[Bobbi Morse (Marvel Cinematic Universe)|Bobbi Morse]] appeared in the [[Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (season 2)|second]] and [[Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (season 3)|third seasons]] of the television series ''[[Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.]]'' (2014–2016), portrayed by [[Adrianne Palicki]], while the role of [[S.H.I.E.L.D. (Marvel Cinematic Universe)|Agent 19 of S.H.I.E.L.D.]] is adapted to '''[[Laura Barton (Marvel Cinematic Universe)|Laura Barton]]''', portrayed by [[Linda Cardellini]] in the 2015 film ''[[Avengers: Age of Ultron]]'' and the [[Disney+]] series ''[[Hawkeye (miniseries)|Hawkeye]]'' (2021).

Mockingbird appeared as a regular character throughout the 2010–2013 ''New Avengers'' series, from issue #1 (August 2010) through its final issue #34 (January 2013). She also co-starred in the 2010 series ''[[Hawkeye & Mockingbird]]'', which ran for 6 issues. Mockingbird became a regular character in the 2013 ''[[Secret Avengers]]'' series by [[Nick Spencer]] and [[Luke Ross]].<ref name="SecretAvengers">{{cite web |url=http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=41551 |title=NYCC: Spencer's "Secret Avengers" are the Newest Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. |last=Richards |first=Dave |date=14 October 2012 |publisher=[[Comic Book Resources]] |access-date=15 October 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927115401/http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=41551 |archive-date=27 September 2013 }}</ref>

During the "[[Secret Empire (comics2017 comic)|Secret Empire]]" storyline, Mockingbird appears as a member of the Underground following Hydra's takeover of the United States.<ref>''Secret Empire'' #2</ref> It is later revealed that she is Maria Hill's inside person in the main Underground.<ref>''Secret Empire'' #6</ref>

== CulturalCritical impact and legacyReception ==

James Hunt of ''[[CBR.com]]'' compared ''Hawkeye & Mockingbird'' #1 to ''[[Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005 film)|Mr. And Mrs. Smith]]'', saying, "''New Avengers: The Reunion'', which this series spins out of, was one of the highlights of last year, with smart, action-packed writing from Jim McCann casting Hawkeye and Mockingbird as pair as superhero spies/spouses reminiscent of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in Mr. And Mrs. Smith. And to my delight, the opening scene of this issue kicks off in exactly that vein. Too often, miniseries granted a full return miss what made the original great, but McCann has nailed it here, quickly reintroducing the setup and setting about expanding the world of the two heroes. [...] For his part, David Lopez' art is fantastic: bright, clear storytelling, fluid and natural-looking figure work, and a brilliant aptitude for the sort of action sequence McCann is writing. The world is detailed and realistic, while Clint and Bobbi are both confident and sexy without being gratuitously drawn. For its part in the Big Avengers reshuffle, everything about the issue screams "Heroic Age". It feels like a new beginning, and it keeps up the high standard already set by "Avengers" and "Secret Avengers". The characters might not be the obvious choice of series lead, but McCann has written a book that seems original without being unfamiliar, and feel traditional while retaining a modern edge. Literally the only thing that upsets me about Hawkeye and Mockingbird is the feeling that it's far from being a sure thing. In many ways, this series has the potential to be the next "SWORD", the next "Captain Britain", the next "Power Girl"—a smart, funny, fresh take on superheroics that winds up ending before its time. This series deserves a long and entertaining run. Let's get the word out."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hunt |first=James |date=2010-06-08 |title=Hawkeye and Mockingbird #1 |url=https://www.cbr.com/hawkeye-and-mockingbird-1/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=CBR |language=en-US}}</ref> Bryan Joel of ''[[IGN]]'' gave ''Hawkeye & Mockingbird'' #1 a grade of 7.7 out of 10, stating, "It's also interesting that Hawkeye gets first billing in the title, as even though he's the focal point for the issue and provides the narration, for all intents and purposes this is Mockingbird's book. For one, Clint already has regular billing in ''Avengers''; as of this moment, this is the only place readers can catch Mockingbird's adventures. But more importantly, she's a more interesting character since her return. McCann writes Bobbi with an hardened edge and as a bit of an action junkie. She's only ever shown happy when she's throwing baddies from moving vehicles or watching them get impaled with Hawkeye's arrows. We're clearly dealing with a character who's not quite as balanced as she used to be, and a dredging-up of her sexual assault history with the Phantom Rider only serves to reinforce that. Finally, there's also a touch of irony to the title of ''Hawkeye & Mockingbird''. While they've reconciled for the most part, the pair couldn't be on more different paths. Much of the issue is spent with Bobbi purposely ignoring Clint, or the couple furthering agendas that they're keeping hidden from each other. Readers coming into this series expecting hearts and flowers alongside their arrows and battle staves may be disappointed, but ultimately it makes for better reading. There's some definite friction between the two leads, friction which should develop into interesting stories as it moves forward. Is ''Hawkeye & Mockingbird'' #1 a groundbreaking work? No, but it fits well within "The Heroic Age" initiative, providing some old-fashioned superheroics and enough interpersonal drama to keep it engaging along the way. McCann lays the groundwork for what could turn out to be a very rewarding examination of two heroes struggling to make it work in the midst of the Marvel Universe's craziness."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Joel |first=Bryan |date=2010-06-04 |title=Hawkeye & Mockingbird #1 Review |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2010/06/04/hawkeye-mockingbird-1-review |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=[[IGN]] |language=en}}</ref>

Doug Zawisza of ''[[CBR.com]]'' called ''Mockingbird: S.H.I.E.L.D. 50th Anniversary'' #1 a "gorgeous book that maintains a high standard from start to finish," asserting, "Jones' art is boldly colored by Rosenberg, who keeps the characters in realistic tones and shades but unleashes all sorts of crazy colors and patterns for the backgrounds. Caramagna adds in snappy sound effects (most notably in the morgue), using a different but clean font. He also balances the dialogue and captions throughout the story, keeping Jones' art clean. The story itself is constructed on a plot that exists solely to explain Bobbi Morse to newer readers. Cain does a great job of personalizing Mockingbird, but the story in this issue feels like a tryout. There's just enough here to sample but not quite enough to satisfy. I like what Cain does with the characters and the pacing is smart, but now I'd like to see a story with a slightly bigger scope, as Cain certainly makes Mockingbird worth reading. [...] "Mockingbird: S.H.I.E.L.D. 50th Anniversary" #1 is a decent read with a fun, fast-paced Mockingbird story and an intriguing but thin introduction to Red Widow. Both characters clearly have paths taking them elsewhere from this shared publication, but fans of Mockingbird will be pleased with this purchase. Where those paths wind up remains to be completely revealed, but—if the creative team in place for Bobbi Morse's tale joins her in the future—then I'll be checking in as well."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Zawisza |first=Doug |date=2015-09-03 |title=Mockingbird: S.H.I.E.L.D. 50th Anniversary #1 |url=https://www.cbr.com/mockingbird-s-h-i-e-l-d-50th-anniversary-1/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=CBR |language=en-US}}</ref> Levi Hunt of ''[[IGN]]'' gave ''Mockingbird: S.H.I.E.L.D. 50th Anniversary'' #1 a grade of 9.3 out of 10, writing, "It’s easy to compare this Mockingbird issue to the recent Matt Fraction Hawkeye series (she even mentions the ex herself on the very first page) and while it’s true that this issue does share some stylistic similarities with that series, what sets Mockingbird apart is her confidence. The real-to-life situations, the reflexive humor, and the super spy fun are all present; but what makes Bobbi such an interesting and unique character here is her assuredness and swagger. It’s so fun to watch people who are great at what they do, doing that. That credit goes not only to first-time comic book writer (and bestselling thriller author) Chelsea Cain, but also to Joelle Jones who reflects Bobbi’s confidence perfectly in his clean, assured, and sprightly line work. Now, Marvel, please make this an ongoing series, because this was outstanding."<ref>{{Cite web |last1=Schedeen |first1=Jesse |last2=Hunt |first2=Levi |date=2015-09-03 |title=Comic Book Reviews for September 2, 2015 |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2015/09/03/comic-book-reviews-for-september-2-2015 |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=[[IGN]] |language=en}}</ref>

According to [[Diamond Comic Distributors]], ''Mockingbird'' #1 was the 39th best selling comic book in March 2016.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Top 100 Comics: March 2016 |url=http://www.diamondcomics.com/Article/177285-Top-100-Comics-March-2016 |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=www.diamondcomics.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Comichron: March 2016 Comic Book Sales to Comics Shops |url=https://www.comichron.com/monthlycomicssales/2016/2016-03.html |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=www.comichron.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Top 300 Comics Actual--March 2016 |url=https://icv2.com/articles/markets/view/34194/top-300-comics-actual-march-2016 |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=icv2.com |language=en}}</ref> ''Mockingbird'' #1 was the 621st best selling comic book in 2016.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Comichron: 2016 Comic Book Sales to Comics Shops |url=https://www.comichron.com/monthlycomicssales/2016.html |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=www.comichron.com}}</ref> In October 2016, the ''Mockingbird'' series topped Amazon's Best Sellers in Superhero Comics & Graphic Novels.<ref>{{Citecite web |last=protectedBaker-Whitelaw |first=emailGavia |date=2016-10-28 |title=Following harassment controversy, Marvel's 'Mockingbird' tops Amazon |url=https://www.dailydot.com/parsec/mockingbird-chelsea-cain-marvel-bestseller/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=The Daily Dot |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=White |first=Brett |date=2016-10-28 |title=Mockingbird Tops Amazon's List Of Bestselling Marvel Graphic Novels |url=https://www.cbr.com/mockingbird-tops-amazons-list-of-bestselling-marvel-graphic-novels/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=CBR |language=en-US}}</ref>

Greg McElhatton of ''[[CBR.com]]'' called ''Mockingbird'' #1 an "utter blast," asserting, "Niemczyk's art is a winner. If I had to compare her to another artist, it would be Frank Cho by virtue of her strong but graceful ink lines and the beautiful, smooth features she gives her characters. Niemczyk's art is more naturally proportioned, though, and includes a wider variety of body types. Niemczyk understands the humor in Cain's script and brings it to life here; she's able to bring Bobbi's montage of stress and interruptions to life in a way that shows Mockingbird as capable while also making the situations funny. Who knew that Iron Man being held by the neck and getting yelled at about quinoa was something we've been missing all these years? There are so many great little touches going on here too, from the hideous wallpaper in each room of the medical center to the carefully constructed shirts and outfits. Even moments like Mockingbird drumming her fingers while having ESP cards shoved in her face again is great, in part because Niemczyk makes it all look natural. Add in some bold and vivid (but never oversaturated) colors from Rosenberg, and this comic just looks gorgeous. I hope the remaining issues are just as much fun, but -- no matter what happens from this point on -- "Mockingbird" #1 is a dynamite debut from Cain, Niemczyk and Rosenberg. Two big, big thumbs up."<ref>{{Cite web |last=McElhatton |first=Greg |date=2016-03-09 |title=Mockingbird #1 |url=https://www.cbr.com/mockingbird-1/ |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=CBR |language=en-US}}</ref> Jesse Schedeen of ''[[IGN]]'' gave ''Mockingbird'' #1 a grade of 8.6 out of 10, writing, "Marvel's decision to release ''Mockingbird'' #1 one week after Mark Waid and Chris Samnee's new ''Black Widow'' series kicked off seemed dubious. How is one book about a butt-kicking femme fatale and agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. supposed to thrive in the shadow of another book about a butt-kicking femme fatale and agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.? But as it turns out, the two books could hardly be more different in tone and execution. Mockingbird mixes equal parts Spider-Woman and Howard the Duck for a very entertaining look at the life and times of Bobbi Morse. This new series builds on Mockingbird's current status quo. Having been dosed with a combination of the Super-Soldier Serum and the Infinity Formula, Bobbi is understandably a subject of interest and concern for SHIELD's medical staff. This issue opens as a simple, goofy slice-of-life tale as it follows Bobbi on her many visits to the doctor. But writer Chelsea Cain slowly transitions from humor to paranoia and foreboding as it becomes clear that not all is right in Bobbi's world. [...] Mockingbird's new series could have been a simple effort to cash in on the character's recent mainstream exposure. Luckily, it's something much more ambitious and unique than that. This first issue ditches convention and employs a compelling, purposely disjointed structure to offer a glimpse into Bobbi Morse's crazy life."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Schedeen |first=Jesse |date=2016-03-09 |title=Mockingbird #1 Review |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/03/09/mockingbird-1-review |access-date=2022-09-16 |website=[[IGN]] |language=en}}</ref>

Bobbi Morse / Mockingbird appears in ''[[The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes]]'', voiced by [[Elizabeth Daily]].<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1626038/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast | title = The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes (2010–2012) Full Cast & Crew | publisher = [[IMDb]] | access-date = 2014-11-02}}</ref> This version is a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent with ties to [[Hawkeye (Clint Barton)|Hawkeye]] and [[Black Widow (Natasha Romanova)|Black Widow]], taking theirthe two's place in Special Operations when the former joins the [[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]] and the latter seemingly goes rogue. Mockingbird later joined [[Nick Fury (Ultimate Marvel character)|Nick Fury]]'s [[Secret Warriors (Team White)|Secret Warriors]], but was captured and replaced by the [[Skrull]] Queen [[Veranke]],. but sheMockingbird later escapes with [[Captain America]] and the Skrulls' other prisoners.

* Morse appears in the MCU television series ''[[Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.]]'', portrayed by [[Adrianne Palicki]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/agents-shield-enlists-adrianne-palicki-726118|title='Agents of SHIELD' Enlists Adrianne Palicki as Marvel Favorite (Exclusive)|date=19 August 2014|work=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|access-date=13 October 2014}}</ref> Debuting in the episode "[[A Hen in the Wolf House]]", she was assigned to work undercover within [[Daniel Whitehall]]'s [[Hydra (comics)|Hydra]] branch to protect [[Jemma Simmons]] before extracting her after their cover is blown.<ref>{{cite episode|title=[[A Hen in the Wolf House]]|series=Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.|credits=Dale, Holly (director); Brent Fletcher (writer)|network=[[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]|airdate=October 21, 2014|season=2|number=5}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=54352 |title=SDCC: Marvel TV Presents "Agents of SHIELD" and "Agent Carter" |publisher=[[Comic Book Resources]] |access-date=2014-07-25}}</ref> Palicki appeared in a recurring role before she was promoted to the series' main cast following the episode "[[Aftershocks (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.)|Aftershocks]]".<ref name="PalickiMain">{{cite web |url=http://marvel.com/news/tv/24095/declassifying_marvels_agents_of_shield_aftershocks |title=Declassifying Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Aftershocks |publisher=[[Marvel Comics|Marvel.com]] |date=February 13, 2015 |access-date=February 13, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150214125058/http://marvel.com/news/tv/24095/declassifying_marvels_agents_of_shield_aftershocks |archive-date=February 14, 2015 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="PalickiMainVariety">{{cite web|url=https://variety.com/2015/tv/news/agents-of-shield-promotes-adrianne-palicki-to-series-regular-1201434285/|title='Agents of SHIELD' Promotes Adrianne Palicki to Series Regular|last=Khatchatourian|first=Maane|work=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]|date=February 14, 2015|access-date=February 15, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150215132455/http://variety.com/2015/tv/news/agents-of-shield-promotes-adrianne-palicki-to-series-regular-1201434285/|archive-date=February 15, 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> Additionally, she was previously married to mercenary [[Lance Hunter]],<ref>{{cite episode|title=[[Heavy Is the Head (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.)|Heavy Is the Head]]|series=Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.|credits=Bochco, Jesse (director); Paul Zbyszewski (writer)|network=[[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]|airdate=September 30, 2014|season=2|number=2}}</ref> with whom she got back together while working as full-time field agents for S.H.I.E.L.D. Director [[Phil Coulson]] until they are forced to leave the organization following an incident in Russia during the episode "[[Parting Shot]]".<ref>{{cite episode|title=[[Parting Shot]]|series=Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.|credits=Zinberg, Michael (director); Paul Zbyszewski (writer)|network=[[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]|airdate=March 22, 2016|season=3|number=13}}</ref>

* A Mockingbird series was in development at [[Freeform (TV channel)|ABC Family]] in 2011.<ref name="MockingbirdABCFamily">{{cite web|url=https://collider.com/comic-con-marvel-tv-aka-jessica-jones-hulk-cloak-and-dagger/|title=Comic-Con: Marvel TV Announces Development Slate; Includes Live-Action AKA Jessica Jones (Alias), The Hulk, Cloak And Dagger, Mockingbird, Animated Hulk And The Agents Of S.M.A.S.H., More|last=Daniels|first=Hunter|publisher=[[Collider (website)|Collider]]|date=July 23, 2011|access-date=August 22, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151121150011/http://collider.com/comic-con-marvel-tv-aka-jessica-jones-hulk-cloak-and-dagger/|archive-date=November 21, 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> After the successful introduction of the character in ''Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'', a spin-off titled ''[[Marvel's Most Wanted]]'', starring Palicki as Morse and [[Nick Blood]] as Hunter, received a pilot order from ABC in August 2015.<ref name="THRPilotOrder">{{cite web|url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/adrianne-palicki-nick-blood-star-816692|title=Adrianne Palicki, Nick Blood to Star in Marvel Pilot for ABC|last=Goldberg|first=Lesley|work=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|date=August 20, 2015|access-date=August 21, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150822235138/http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/adrianne-palicki-nick-blood-star-816692|archive-date=August 22, 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> On May 12, 2016 however, ABC announced it did not pick up ''Most Wanted'' for a series.<ref name="THRPilotCancel">{{cite web|url=https://screenrant.com/marvels-most-wanted-agents-shield-spinoff-canceled/|title=Marvel's Most Wanted Passed Over By ABC|last=Freeman|first=Molly|website=[[Screen Rant]] |date=May 12, 2016|access-date=May 16, 2016}}</ref>

* In September 2020, [[Geoffrey Thorne]] revealed he had written a pilot for Mockingbird, with Palicki reprising the role.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2555114/remember-agents-of-shields-mockingbird-was-going-to-get-her-own-spinoff-series-adrianne-palicki|title=Remember When Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s Mockingbird Was Going To Get Her Own Spinoff Series?|last=Swann|first=Erik|work=Cinema Blend[[CinemaBlend]]|date=September 20, 2020|access-date=October 13, 2021}}</ref>

* '''[[Laura Barton (Marvel Cinematic Universe)|Laura Barton]]''' appears as Agent 19 in the MCU films ''[[Avengers: Age of Ultron]]'' (2015) and ''[[Avengers: Endgame]]'' (2019) as well as the [[Disney+]] miniseries ''[[Hawkeye (miniseries)|Hawkeye]]'' (2021),<ref>{{Cite web |last=Paige |first=Rachel |date=December 22, 2021 |title='Hawkeye': Laura Barton's Reveal and Keeping Christmas Alive at the Farm House |url=https://www.marvel.com/articles/tv-shows/hawkeye-laura-barton-agent-19-christmas|access-date=December 24, 2021 |website=[[Marvel.com]]}}</ref> portrayed by [[Linda Cardellini]].