Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot (2016)
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A 6-episode digital series following Elena "Yo-Yo" Rodriguez on a secret mission before Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 4. A Phase Three release, it was the 3rd MCU series season to come out and sits at #32 of 81 in story order. Skipping it won’t cost you anything plot-wise; we grade it Optional. It has 6 episodes, about 30 minutes in all.
| Release date | December 13, 2016 |
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| Episodes | 6 × ~5 min |
| Phase | Phase Three |
| Saga | Infinity Saga |
| Story position | #32 of 81 in chronological order |
Why it matters in the MCU
Fills the gap between Seasons 3 and 4 of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
About Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot
Slingshot is a short tie-in to Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. that fills in the time between seasons 3 and 4. Under the new rules, the Inhuman Elena "Yo-Yo" Rodriguez has had to sign the Sokovia Accords. But she has her own mission: finding Victor Ramon, the arms dealer who killed her cousin. The Accords say she has to follow procedure first, so she takes a shortcut that puts her at odds with S.H.I.E.L.D.
All six episodes were released on ABC.com on December 13, 2016, after the season 4 mid-season finale. Each runs between 3 and 6 minutes. ABC Studios and Marvel Television made the series, with Geoffrey Colo as its main creative force. Natalia Cordova-Buckley leads, with Clark Gregg, Chloe Bennet, Jason O'Mara, Ming-Na Wen, Iain De Caestecker, Elizabeth Henstridge and Henry Simmons appearing, and Yancey Arias as Ramon. Marvel's Joe Quesada directed the first episode. Reviews were positive, calling it a fun, quick watch.
Good to know
- It won a Webby Award and the Webby People's Voice Award for long-form drama.
- It was nominated for a Primetime Creative Arts Emmy for Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama Series.
- Two episodes, "John Hancock" and "Justicia," earned Writers Guild of America Award nominations.
- It mentions Peggy Carter, Thaddeus Ross and the Raft, which ties it to the wider MCU.
How to watch it
Watch it between Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. seasons 3 and 4, or right after the season 4 mid-season finale, when it first came out. It's around 25 minutes in total. It explains Yo-Yo's friction with Mack, her closeness with Daisy, and how she feels about S.H.I.E.L.D. in season 4. It's good for Yo-Yo fans and anyone filling every gap in the show.
Where to watch Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
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Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot FAQ
When should I watch Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot?
It's set before season 4, so it fits between seasons 3 and 4. Watching it after the season 4 mid-season finale, as it was released, works too.
Is Slingshot necessary to understand season 4?
It isn't required, but it adds context. It explains Yo-Yo's tension with Mack and her bond with Daisy.
Who stars in Slingshot?
Natalia Cordova-Buckley leads as Yo-Yo, with Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. regulars including Clark Gregg and Chloe Bennet.
Can you skip Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot?
Yes. It’s Optional: you only need it if you’re watching Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
How many episodes does Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot have?
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot has 6 episodes, around 5 minutes each.
Where does Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Slingshot fit in the MCU timeline?
It sits at #32 of 81 in our story order.