The show is set after the events on Titans, a series currently streaming on HBO Max. In the third season opener, Dorothy confrontation with the Candlemaker comes to a head and the Doom Patrol suffers a tragedy. Read on for more details about season 3 of Doom Patrol.
What is the Doom Patrol?
“When I pitched my take on it, I was adamant that this was a character-first show,” showrunner Jeremy Carver told Entertainment Weekly. “These were not typical superheroes to the extent that they didn’t even consider themselves a team or superheroes. This was about people who have been severely damaged, emotionally and physically, and found themselves stepping back into a world that has long shunned them, and them being just as surprised by the crazy things that ensued as we were.
When was Doom Patrol created?
Doom Patrol first appeared in comic books in 1963. Created by Arnold Drake and Bob Haney with artist Bruno Premiani, Doom Patrol follows an oddball group of misfits with superpowers.
Is Doom Patrol appropriate for children?
Absolutely not! The series is rated TV-MA, which means it contains profanity, violence and sexual situations.
What happened in Doom Patrol season 1?
In the first season, the Doom Patrol go in search of The Chief (Timothy Dalton) who has been captured by Mr. Nobody (Alan Tudyk). As they progress in their search, they discover more about themselves and their abilities. They also learn that The Chief is the one responsible for the events that gave them their powers.
What happened in Doom Patrol season 2?
The second season of Doom Patrol introduces us to Dorothy Spinner, the Chief’s daughter who possesses the ability to bring her imaginary friends to life. While the members of the Doom Patrol face their own personal dilemmas, Dorothy inadvertently endangers the world when her powers threaten to unleash an ancient entity known as the Candlemaker.
What will happen in Doom Patrol season 3?
The third season premiere opens with the Dorothy’s battle with the Candlemaker that leads to a tragedy for the Doom Patrol. As each member of the team continues to struggle with their personal dilemmas, a new villain enters the fray. Madam Rouge arrives in town on a time machine with a mission, except she can’t remember what that mission is.
When does season 3 of Doom Patrol premiere?
Season 3 of Doom Patrol premiered on Sept. 23 on HBO Max.
Who are the stars of Doom Patrol?
Diane Guerrero (Kay Challis/Crazy Jane)
Jane is the dominant identity of a young woman who developed multiple identities—64 to be exact—due to a trauma she experienced as a child. She subsequently received powers for each identity after she was involuntarily subjected to an experiment. Diane Guerrero plays Jane and two other identities—Driver 8 and Karen—while other actresses play her other identities. Think of a superhuman version of Sybil. You may recognize Guerrero from her roles on Orange Is the New Black and Jane the Virgin.
April Bowlby (Rita Farr/Elasti-Girl)
Rita is a former Hollywood starlet, whose body was altered after she was exposed to toxic gas. Her new viscous and pliable state has stalled her acting career as she struggles to maintain solidity. Think a female Stretch Armstrong. She is played by April Bowlby, whom you may recognize from her roles on Two and a Half Men or Drop Dead Diva.
Matt Bomer/Larry Zuk (Larry Trainor/Negative Man)
A former U.S. Air Force pilot, Trainor made contact with a negative energy after his plane crashed. The negative energy now lives inside him. He is covered with special bandages to hold in the radioactivity that he now emits. Matt Bomer voices and appears as Trainor sans bandages. Larry Zuk portrays Trainor when bandaged. Bomer previously starred as Neal Caffrey on USA Network’s White Collar.
Brendan Fraser/Riley Shanahan (Cliff Steele/Robotman)
Steele is a former NASCAR driver whose body was destroyed after a car crash. His brain was transplanted into a cyborg. He is voiced by Brendan Fraser, who also appears as the human version of Steele (in flashbacks) while Riley Shanahan portrays him in cyborg form. Fraser is best known for George of the Jungle.
Joivan Wade (Victor “Vic” Stone/Cyborg)
Following an accident that killed his mother, Vic was given cybernetic enhancement from his father. He is played by Joivan Wade. The British-born actor is best known for his roles on Doctor Who and The First Purge.
Timothy Dalton (Niles Caulder/The Chief)
Caulder is a medical doctor who seems to be immortal. He’s over 100 years old at the time the series takes place. The Doom Patrol live at his mansion as he treats and cares for them. He has saved their lives but he has also been the one to instigate the events that caused the members of the Doom Patrol to gain their powers. He’ll do anything to protect his daughter, Dorothy, who has remained at the age of 11 for decades. The Chief is played by Timothy Dalton, who is best known for his turn as James Bond in The Living Daylights and as Prince Barin in the cult favorite, Flash Gordon.
Abigail Shapiro (Dorothy Spinner)
Niles’ adopted daughter was born with primitive neanderthal-like features and has the ability to make her imaginary friends real. Candlemaker, Darling Come Home and Herschel (a giant spider) are some of the friends from her imagination. Dorothy has powerful psychic abilities but an underdeveloped emotional state. She spends most of her time trying to keep her bad thoughts and feelings at bay for fear they will manifest into real creatures.
Michelle Gomez (Madame Rouge)
Season 3 brings a new villain to the Doom Patrol in Madame Rouge. She arrives by time machine with a very specific mission, except she can not remember what that mission is. Gomez is best known for her roles on Doctor Who and more recently, The Flight Attendant. She is married to fellow actor Jack Davenport (Why Women Kill, The Morning Show).
What channel is Doom Patrol on?
Doom Patrol seasons 1 and 2 are currently available to stream on HBO Max. Season 3 will also stream exclusively on HBO Max.
When does season 3 of Doom Patrol premiere?
Doom Patrol season 3 will premiere on Sept. 23.
How many episodes are in season 3 of Doom Patrol?
While seasons 1 and 2 had a combined total of 24 episodes, there are sadly only ten episodes in season 3.
Can I binge-watch all ten episodes of the third season of Doom Patrol?
Wouldn’t we love to binge all of season 3 at once? If you want to do so, you’ll have to wait until all episodes have aired. The first three episodes will drop on Sept. 23 with episodes dropping weekly on Thursdays until Nov. 11.
Is there a trailer for Doom Patrol?
Of course! Here’s a great preview of Doom Patrol season 3. Next, How to Watch All the DC Movies in Order
