Storm CertifiedCritical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Strong character development
- Humorous writing
- Standout performance
- Fresh characters
- Consistent humor
- Imaginative storytelling
Points of Contention
- Uneven pacing
- Supporting cast ignored
- Narrative momentum issues
- Early scenes feel repetitive
Professional Reviews
15 reviews from 1 critic88 Jesse Schedeen 15 reviews · avg IGN The episode successfully balances absurd humor with heartfelt character development, particularly through flashbacks that deepen the Chief's backstory. While pacing occasionally drags and some characters receive limited screen time, the narrative effectively advances the season's overarching plot.
Jesse Schedeen 15 reviews · avg
IGN
The episode successfully balances absurd humor with heartfelt character development, particularly through flashbacks that deepen the Chief's backstory. While pacing occasionally drags and some characters receive limited screen time, the narrative effectively advances the season's overarching plot.
All 15 Jesse Schedeen reviews, aggregated above
95
Doom Patrol Season 1 Finale: "Ezekiel Patrol
“Doom Patrol ends its first season with a bonkers finale that piles on more tragedy and zany superhero fun.”
92
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 8: "Danny Patrol
“"Danny Patrol" successfully captures the lighter side of Doom Patrol's DC Universe.”
92
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 14: "Penultimate Patrol
“Doom Patrol delivers one of its saddest, silliest and overall strongest episodes yet in 'Penultimate Patrol.'”
91
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 12: "Cyborg Patrol
“Cyborg is the latest Doom Patrol member to shine in this entertaining but surprisingly dark episode.”
90
Doom Patrol Season 1 Premiere: "Pilot
“Doom Patrol's series premiere makes the strongest case yet for subscribing to the DC Universe app.”
89
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 3: "Puppet Patrol
“Doom Patrol continues to be a delightful addition to the DC Universe lineup.”
88
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 10: "Hair Patrol
The episode successfully balances absurd humor with heartfelt character development, particularly through flashbacks that deepen the Chief's backstory. While pacing occasionally drags and some characters receive limited screen time, the narrative effectively advances the season's overarching plot.
88
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 2: "Donkey Patrol
The episode successfully integrates Cyborg into the team while maintaining the show's dark humor and self-aware tone. It solidifies Doom Patrol as a compelling series that balances character development with engaging storytelling.
88
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 5: "Paw Patrol
“Doom Patrol gets a boost this week as two major characters return to the spotlight.”
87
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 13: "Flex Patrol
Flex Mentallo is a welcome addition to the Doom Patrol roster, effectively blending deep tragedy with sublime stupidity. The episode serves as a solid bridge to the season finale, delivering strong character work and consistent tone despite uneven pacing.
87
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 7: "Therapy Patrol
“Doom patrol delivers another winner as "Therapy Patrol" mines tragedy and comedy from a simple premise.”
85
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 4: "Cult Patrol
“Doom Patrol continues to enthrall as the series moves into its most heavily comic-inspired storyline to date.”
85
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 9: "Jane Patrol
“While this week's Doom Patrol episode was relatively light on humor and all but ignored most of the cast, it did bank on the series' most compelling relationship.”
84
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 11: "Frances Patrol
“In both cases, two perpetually tortured characters got some closure and can hopefully move onto new conflicts now.”
74
Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 6: "Doom Patrol Patrol
“Doom Patrol suffers a bit this week as the show's sense of humor is drowned out by character drama.”
