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- DC Universe
- Jan 11, 2019
- DC Universe
- Jan 11, 2019
Summary Cyborg (Joivan Wade) comes to Dr. Niles Caulder/The Chief (Timothy Dalton) and his band of superheroes: Cliff Steele/Robotman (Brendan Fraser), Larry Trainor/Negative Man (Matt Bomer), Rita Farr/Elasti-Woman (April Bowlby) and Crazy Jane (Diane Guerrero) with a mission that will change their lives forever.
- DC Universe
- Jan 11, 2019
- DC Universe
- Jan 11, 2019
Summary Cyborg (Joivan Wade) comes to Dr. Niles Caulder/The Chief (Timothy Dalton) and his band of superheroes: Cliff Steele/Robotman (Brendan Fraser), Larry Trainor/Negative Man (Matt Bomer), Rita Farr/Elasti-Woman (April Bowlby) and Crazy Jane (Diane Guerrero) with a mission that will change their lives forever.
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 13 Critic Reviews
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77% Positive
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23% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 13 Critic Reviews
70
77% Positive
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
23% Mixed
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
The world-building of Doom Patrol--which gleefully trusts its audience as it leads us into a world where superheroes are firmly established--is riotous and engaging without feeling weighed down by the genre’s typical pitfalls.
I found the first hour of this oddball adventure far more enjoyable and consistent than DC Universe’s “Titans,” enlivened by sharp direction and a great ensemble.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 120 User Ratings
7.3
74% Positive
89 Ratings
89 Ratings
6% Mixed
7 Ratings
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20% Negative
24 Ratings
24 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 120 User Ratings
7.3
74% Positive
89 Ratings
89 Ratings
6% Mixed
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
20% Negative
24 Ratings
24 Ratings
I began watching Doom Patrol after I finished Titans on Netflix, as I learnt of this show through one crossover episode. Earlier I was a bit hesitant to watch it, since I didn't know any of these superheroes. However, when I began watching it and learnt Cyborg was in it, I thought maybe I won't be so lost after all.
And now I think this is my favourite TV show of all time. The continuous fourth wall breaking is interesting BECAUSE of being overdone, the fact that the story doesn't progress at all in the first 13 episodes is hilarious, the characters are given depth and we can understand it very well why they cannot get over their past and learn to live in the present because of their depression and arrogance.
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SEASON 1
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
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This adaptation from executive producers Geoff Johns and Greg Berlanti (behind all the CW superhero shows) is just as wonderful and weird as the comic.
The series is refreshingly self-aware, both in the hilarious meta narration by Alan Tudyk as the team’s archenemy Mr. Nobody. ... And in its more fundamental understanding that if you make a show about these characters, you’d best come weird or not come at all. Its highs aren’t as high, but it’s more consistently satisfying.
Doom Patrol offers an entertaining, illuminating pilot episode that distinguishes itself by doing a deep dive into the backstories of its characters.
The two episodes sent to critics are three or four different superhero origin stories rolled into one, occasionally tip-toeing in the direction of a bigger ongoing narrative, without seeming wholly interested in anything more than being quippy, clever and, in its best moments, oddly sweet.
Character development and quirkiness can be swell, but the adaptation of this band of heroes spends too much time meandering -- and showing off its geek credentials -- for "Doom" deliver much of a boom.
This show on the DCUniverse app is about a gang of misfit individuals who have superpowers that are more afflictions to them than gifts. They've been living in seclusion until their benefactor Niles "The Chief" Caulder (former James Bond Timothy Dalton) is kidnapped, forcing them to go into the outside world and try to do good. The Doom Patrol though not one of the most famous comic superhero teams, has survived over the years by making a place for itself as the "weird" superhero comic. I had always wanted to see the DP adapted to TV or film, and this show was really everything I wanted.
Doom Patrol is a wild trip, and I loved every single minute of it. This is one of the most creative shows I've ever seen. They squeeze in so many ideas and unique visuals. It helps that this show has a big enough budget that the showrunners can do whatever they want.
The show manages to seamlessly blend comedy and tragedy. Pacing is excellent, though they do rely on flashbacks a little too much sometimes.
All the characters and their actors really gel. I unfortunately don't have the time to describe each individual character, but they are all distinct, likable, and oozing with pathos. What really drives this first season is just learning the backstories and trials for each character. Supporting cast is pretty strong too. Prepare to love Alan Tudyk as the main villain Mr. Nobody.
I was surprised at what a love letter this was to the original comics. Yes, the showrunners have a lot of new ideas, some really good ones in fact, but this show may be closest to the original comics than any other superhero television adaptation. The show's greatest inspiration is the Grant Morrison run, it's most popular era, while throwing in a few good dashes of the original 60's run. I don't think fans will have too much to complain about. (Ideally, I mean. We are talking about fans here.)
One of the best new aspects of this show is how it handles the character of Rita Farr/Elasti-Woman (April Bowlby). Given that she was missing from the team for three decades, including the Morrison run, her character hasn't been as strongly defined as some of the other characters. (She was dead for a while. We don't have time to get into that.) Here they mold her into a character that is empathetic but can also be prissy and a bit much in a fun way.
Most surprising thing about this show is that Cyborg (Joivan Wade) is added. He's been known as a member of Teen Titans or Justice League, but never the Doom Patrol. Yet, he works. His backstory is also tragic and as an already active superhero he serves as a gateway for the characters to enter the world of heroics.
Be forewarned that there are moments where things can get pretty dark or gross.
I can't recommend Doom Patrol enough. If you're looking for something new, I highly recommend this.
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SEASON 1
A show that really understands the super hero don't have to only be about action. It focuses on an amazing story without being no fun. It captures a perfect edge that other super hero shows go to far with. The best Super hero show I've seen to date.
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SEASON 1
What an incredible journery I had with these band of misfits for 15 episodes. Fresh, creative, hilarious, werid (in a good way), character driven and dramatic. A triumph for DC, WB and everyone involved with this show including the showrunners, writers and actors. Can't wait for season 2!
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