Doom Patrol Season 1: 8 Ups And 1 Down

All of the previous points aside, no matter all the creative ideas or ambitious concepts that were in place, Doom Patrol needed to nail the casting or else it just wouldn't be a hit. Thankfully, after fifteen episodes and one Titans cameo, it's truly impossible to picture this show without this incredible ensemble. From Brendan Fraser's crude, full-of-metaphorical heart, Robotman to April Bowlby's regal, maternal Rita, this cast is an absolute knock-out.

Everyone plays off each other superbly and brings so much to their respective roles. Matt Bomer puts in arguably his best performance yet with Larry Trainor, the former pilot struggling to accept himself after decades of hiding his true self from the world (both literally and figuratively). Diane Guerrero channels her inner James McAvoy and never allows you to doubt that there are 64 separate personalities within her, constantly battling for some screentime. Joivan Wade plays up the heroism of Cyborg quite well but never fails to bring the necessary vulnerability and rawness of Victor Stone. Lastly, there's Timothy Dalton's Niles who instills so much authenticity to the role, completely selling both the 'beloved father figure' side of his persona, as well as the underlying malevolent side that can come out when necessary.

Everyone behind the camera deserves their fair share of praise, but WB? Be sure to give the casting director a raise.

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