Doom Patrol
DC Universe | HBO Max | Release Date: February 15, 2019
CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
72
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 21 Critic Reviews
Positive:
18
Mixed:
3
Negative:
0
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The Hollywood ReporterDaniel FienbergFeb 14, 2019
Season 1 Review: 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. Read full review
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ColliderVinnie MancusoFeb 11, 2019
Season 1 Review: In terms of tone, performances, and overall enjoyment, Doom Patrol is a blast. But as a single, isolated piece of story, the pilot--the only chapter not under embargo--can be a front-loaded chore to get through. Read full review
50
CNNBrian LowryFeb 14, 2019
Season 1 Review: 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. Read full review
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