In the latest bid to reinvent the superhero genre, Marvel Studios has unveiled their newest blockbuster: 'Taxman: The Reckoning.' Starring a mild-mannered accountant turned vigilante, the film follows the exploits of Fiscal Fred, a hero whose arch-nemesis is none other than the dreaded Audit Avenger. Critics are calling it the most thrilling depiction of form-filing since the invention of the stapler.

The plot kicks off when Fred discovers his superpower during a routine IRS audit: the ability to balance budgets faster than a speeding bullet and deduct expenses more powerfully than a locomotive. Gone are the days of explosive car chases; instead, audiences are treated to edge-of-your-seat scenes of Fred meticulously organizing receipts in his secret lair, which is just a well-lit home office with ergonomic chairs.

Co-starring as the love interest is Penny Pincher, a plucky tax attorney who joins forces with Fred to take down the villainous Debt Demon, a shadowy figure who thrives on unpaid interest. Their chemistry is electric, especially in the romantic subplot where they bond over amortizing loans. 'It's about time superheroes got real,' said director Bean Counter in a press release, 'Who needs aliens when late fees are the true threat?'

Early reviews from test screenings have been mixed. One viewer reportedly fell asleep during the climactic battle, which involves a heated debate over capital gains taxes. 'I came for explosions, but all I got was this lousy W-2 form,' complained a disappointed fan. Box office analysts predict it might break even, but only if it qualifies for those sweet, sweet tax credits.

Marvel executives defend the film, insisting it's a bold step towards fiscal realism in cinema. 'We've done gods, robots, and talking raccoons,' said a spokesperson. 'Now, we're tackling the ultimate foe: procrastination on TurboTax.' Rumor has it the post-credits scene teases a crossover with 'Captain Compliance,' who enforces HOA rules with an iron fist.

In a world saturated with over-the-top action, 'Taxman: The Reckoning' dares to ask: What if heroism was as mundane as doing your civic duty? Audiences worldwide are responding with a collective shrug, proving that sometimes, truth is stranger—and duller—than fiction.

Despite the yawns, the film has sparked a niche following among accountants, who hail it as 'the Citizen Kane of spreadsheets.' As theaters empty out early, one thing's for sure: this superhero might not save the day, but he'll definitely save you 15% or more on your car insurance—wait, wrong ad.