When it debuted in 2019, NetflixsThe Umbrella Academyjolted the comic book TV show genre.
Ah, finally, there was something different around that wasnt labeled Marvel or DC.
It also helped that the series valued fun and featured a number of entertaining characters to get behind.
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So, lets take a look at the biggest disappointments that went from hot to not.
Gotham
Gothamwanted to do for Bruce Wayne whatSmallvilledid for Clark Kent.
Riverdale
On paper,Riverdaleshould never have worked.
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Thats a complete 180 from the comics.
The first season confirms this isnt aGossip Girlrip-off, though.
Taking a page out of Michael Keatons Batman, it decides to get nuts at every opportunity.
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Nothing aboutRiverdalemakes sense, but how can anyonenotwatch it out of sheer curiosity about what happens next?
At this point, it becomes nonsense for the sake of it.
While it sounded like the worst idea in the world when it was announced, the first season surprises.
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Unsurprisingly, it saw a 40% drop in viewership and was duly canceled, as perThe Hollywood Reporter.
Arrow
Arrowpaved the way for shared universes to exist in comic book TV shows.
Unfortunately, as the show drags on, the storylines become repetitive and dreary.
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The Flash
Arrowwalked, soThe Flashcould run.
Complementing its predecessor,The Flashlaid even more of the foundation for the burgeoning Arrowverse.
Heck, it tackles theFlashpointarc better than 2023sThe Flashfilm ever did.
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Yet, what stands out about this series is how it feels like the little show that could.
Jessica Jones
Fun fact: Does anyone remember the third season ofJessica Jones?
Its almost like a fever dream, but yes,Jessica Jonesreceived three seasons likeDaredevil.
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In the end, it turned into everything it fought to not be and disappeared without a whimper.
