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The Worst Episodes of Doom Patrol

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The Doom Patrol’s members each suffered horrible accidents that gave them superhuman abilities — but also left them scarred and disfigured. Traumatized and downtrodden, the team found purpose through The Chief, who brought them together

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Doom Patrol Season 2 Episode 9 - Wax Patrol
    6.8/10(1529 votes)

    #1 - Wax Patrol

    S2:E9

    Before the Doom Patrol can answer a call to save the world from The Candlemaker in the season finale, they must first battle long-forgotten imaginary friends.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writers:Chris Dingess, Tanya Steele

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  2. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 5 - Youth Patrol
    6.9/10(734 votes)

    #2 - Youth Patrol

    S4:E5

    When Rita awakens unexpectedly aged, a mishandled spell teenage-ifies the Doom Patrol just as Willoughby asks for their help stopping the rise of Immortus and the end of the world as they know it.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writer:Shoshana Sachi

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  3. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 4 - Undead Patrol
    7.0/10(1236 votes)

    #3 - Undead Patrol

    S3:E4

    The newly “undead” members of the Doom Patrol are inspired to work on themselves. Later, the team is rocked by the arrival of a mysterious woman on a time machine – and a former foe.

    Director:Kristin Windell
    Writer:Tamara Becher

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  4. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 8 - Subconscious Patrol
    7.0/10(1157 votes)

    #4 - Subconscious Patrol

    S3:E8

    While the fog obscures more than just the air, Vic, Cliff, Jane, and Larry must relive their most shameful moments until a breakthrough occurs, and Rita begins to better understand Madame Rouge.

    Director:Rebecca Rodriguez
    Writer:Tanya Steele

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  5. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 3 - Nostalgia Patrol
    7.0/10(771 votes)

    #5 - Nostalgia Patrol

    S4:E3

    Larry and Jane seek new purpose in Keeg and Kay’s absence. Vic attempts to reconnect with his old crew. A mysterious invitation to a retrospective comes at the perfect time for a newly ousted Rita.

    Director:Kristin Windell
    Writer:Tanya Steele

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  6. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 4 - Casey Patrol
    7.0/10(925 votes)

    #6 - Casey Patrol

    S4:E4

    When the safety of Danny and everyone housed within is compromised, Dorothy is forced to step up with some unexpected help.

    Director:Kristin Windell
    Writer:Tom Farrell

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  7. Doom Patrol Season 1 Episode 10 - Hair Patrol
    7.1/10(2427 votes)

    #7 - Hair Patrol

    S1:E10

    Vic and Rita face a dangerous man called The Beard Hunter, who’s been activated by the Bureau of Normalcy to find Niles Caulder.

    Director:Salli Richardson-Whitfield
    Writer:Eric Dietel

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  8. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 6 - 1917 Patrol
    7.1/10(1091 votes)

    #8 - 1917 Patrol

    S3:E6

    Plunged back in time, Rita attempts to navigate the Bureau of Normalcy with help from an oddly familiar group. Meanwhile, Jane gives Kay her first taste of freedom, while Larry finds closure with his son.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:April Fitzsimmons

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  9. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 7 - Bird Patrol
    7.1/10(1048 votes)

    #9 - Bird Patrol

    S3:E7

    Vic consults an old friend for help with a major life change, Cliff takes his online habits too far, and Jane battles the “others” for Kay. Sensing imminent danger, Madame Rouge attempts to rally the highly distracted group.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:Ezra Claytan Daniels

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  10. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 9 - Evil Patrol
    7.1/10(1004 votes)

    #10 - Evil Patrol

    S3:E9

    With Madame Rouge vying for her old spot in the Brotherhood of Evil, the Doom Patrol brace themselves for their impending visit.

    Director:Rebecca Rodriguez
    Writer:Eric Dietel

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  11. Doom Patrol Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(4560 votes)

    #11 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    The reluctant heroes of the Doom Patrol – Robotman, Negative Man, Elasti-Woman and Crazy Jane face the threat of Mr. Nobody, who’s after The Chief.

    Director:Glen Winter
    Writer:Jeremy Carver

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  12. Doom Patrol Season 3 Episode 5 - Dada Patrol
    7.2/10(1146 votes)

    #12 - Dada Patrol

    S3:E5

    Madame Rouge enlists the Doom Patrol’s help after learning about her unsettling past. While the rest of the team works to infiltrate the target, Rita stays behind and finds a surprising connection with their mysterious friend.

    Director:Kristin Windell
    Writer:Shoshana Sachi

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  13. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 1 - Doom Patrol
    7.2/10(847 votes)

    #13 - Doom Patrol

    S4:E1

    As they struggle to function as a cohesive group, the Doom Patrol are confronted by a horrifying realization in the future.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writer:Tamara Becher

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  14. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 6 - Hope Patrol
    7.2/10(715 votes)

    #14 - Hope Patrol

    S4:E6

    With the end of existence imminent, a determined Doom Patrol seek to get their longevities back and save the universe.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writer:Ezra Claytan Daniels

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  15. Doom Patrol Season 2 Episode 4 - Sex Patrol
    7.3/10(1779 votes)

    #15 - Sex Patrol

    S2:E4

    When the Dannyzens throw a massive party at Doom Manor to resuscitate Danny the Brick, Dorothy longs to join the festivities and experience life as a grown-up. As the party rages on, Rita asks Flex Mentallo to help unleash her full potential -- which has some dangerously racy consequences.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writers:Eric Dietel, Tanya Steele

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  16. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 2 - Butt Patrol
    7.3/10(794 votes)

    #16 - Butt Patrol

    S4:E2

    A desperate Doom Patrol strategize ways to wipe out the zombie butts… and reverse their grim future.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writer:Eric Dietel

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  17. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 9 - Immortimas Patrol
    7.3/10(909 votes)

    #17 - Immortimas Patrol

    S4:E9

    After realizing they're trapped in a continuous loop of music-filled Immortimas Days, the Doom Patrol confront the people they've become, while reckoning with who they once were.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writers:Talia Berger, Aliza Berger

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  18. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 11 - Portal Patrol
    7.3/10(530 votes)

    #18 - Portal Patrol

    S4:E11

    Thrown into a time stream, the Doom Patrol have just one hour to find their longevities, rescue Rita, and save the world.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writer:Chris Dingess

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  19. Doom Patrol Season 2 Episode 2 - Tyme Patrol
    7.4/10(1685 votes)

    #19 - Tyme Patrol

    S2:E2

    Cliff, Jane, and Rita pursue a time-altering doctor in their reluctant quest to help Niles and Dorothy. Meanwhile, Vic meets a military vet who challenges his beliefs.

    Director:Harry Jierjian
    Writers:Neil Reynolds, April Fitzsimmons

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  20. Doom Patrol Season 2 Episode 3 - Pain Patrol
    7.4/10(1663 votes)

    #20 - Pain Patrol

    S2:E3

    Niles, Rita, and Larry end up in the interdimensional clutches of Red Jack, an infamous villain who feeds on pain, while Cliff visits his daughter with Jane.

    Director:Samira Radsi
    Writers:Tamara Becher, Tom Farrell

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  21. Doom Patrol Season 4 Episode 10 - Tomb Patrol
    7.4/10(530 votes)

    #21 - Tomb Patrol

    S4:E10

    After believing she's uncovered the source of Immortus' power, Rouge tries to convince the Doom Patrol to help excise it.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writers:Tom Farrell, Akaylah Ellison

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  22. Doom Patrol Season 1 Episode 4 - Cult Patrol
    7.5/10(3071 votes)

    #22 - Cult Patrol

    S1:E4

    Willoughby Kipling conscripts the Doom Patrol into helping him avert the end of the world by stopping a nihilistic cult.

    Director:Stefan Pleszczynski
    Writers:Marcus Dalzine, Chris Dingess

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  23. Doom Patrol Season 1 Episode 8 - Danny Patrol
    7.5/10(3136 votes)

    #23 - Danny Patrol

    S1:E8

    A sentient, gender-queer, teleporting street named Danny who’s being hunted by the secret Bureau of Normalcy needs help from Niles – but gets Vic and Larry instead.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writer:Tom Farrell

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  24. Doom Patrol Season 1 Episode 15 - Ezekiel Patrol
    7.5/10(2325 votes)

    #24 - Ezekiel Patrol

    S1:E15

    The Doom Patrol go their separate ways in the season finale.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writers:Jeremy Carver, Tamara Becher, Shoshana Sachi

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  25. Doom Patrol Season 2 Episode 1 - Fun Size Patrol
    7.5/10(1803 votes)

    #25 - Fun Size Patrol

    S2:E1

    The Doom Patrol (along with Niles & his daughter) are still mini-sized after their last adventure. Ultimately, Niles will have to sacrifice something precious to save the team.

    Director:Christopher Manley
    Writers:Jeremy Carver, Shoshana Sachi

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Wax Patrol" is the worst rated episode of "Doom Patrol". It scored 6.8/10 based on 1529 votes. Directed by Christopher Manley and written by Chris Dingess, Tanya Steele, it aired on 8/6/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Youth Patrol".