1. DC joining modernised TV with it's recognisable gritty and mature themes
Titans marks DC's first television entry to Netflix and there would be no better platform. The show goes all out with its violence, language and mature plotlines without the restraints it would have on usual broadcasting channels. DC and Netflix, a match made in heaven. Titans isn't your usual comedic, child-friendly superhero outing. In fact, I would say as a warning, the show is definitely not suitable for children. The action sequences are brutal and top notch yet the show is much more than just action. The plots are considerably less formulaic than other superhero shows leaving audiences in the dark on what may happen. Each character has their own flaws and pasts making them the broken and confused people they are today. The history of the characters is sure to keep you engaged, sympathetic and hopeful that they can recover. The Titans are not superheroes, they are people trying to do what they think is right. Incorrect/broken idealisms matched with pure-hearted intentions are what give DC characters substance that other comic book properties simply don't have.
2. The untold side of the story
Titans' main character is Dick Grayson aka Robin. When the words 'Batman and Robin' are spoken, the image of the old crime-fighting duo with cheesy catchphrases and weird tights spring to mind. Let me tell you... this isn't your parents' Batman and Robin, this is your 2019 grown-up version of the decades of comics that sadly haven't been seen on screen before. 'Batman is never wrong', 'Bruce saved Robin by adopting him', 'Robin is nothing without Batman'. Are you sure about that? Many people do not know about Robin's story. Taken in by Bruce after the death of his parents, Dick Grayson's childhood was cold and lonely with Bruce out serving justice driven by nothing but anger and rage. When Dick became Robin, he was trained as a soldier, emotionally neglected and moulded into a human weapon. Titans takes place in a time where Dick Grayson is broken. Disagreeing with Bruce's actions and motives, Grayson has left Gotham to find his own path and try to become a better version of himself. This is proved difficult as he suffers from a kind of PTSD from his time with Batman. Dick Grayson is easily one of DC's biggest and most beloved character in the comics and Titans is a great place to find out why.
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| "Fuck Batman" - Dick Grayson |
3. Deeper exploration into DC comics
Titans boasts appearances from many DC comics characters that have never been portrayed on screen. These include Starfire, Raven, Beastboy and many more. The show tells the story of characters that audiences don't know yet whilst remaining in touch with the fact they exist in the same universe as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman. There are two very special character appearances in the show from characters Jason Todd and Donna Troy. Who are they you ask? Well, Donna Troy is Wonder Woman's sidekick and Jason is the second person to take the mantle of Robin. Wait, what?? Wonder Woman has a sidekick??? There's more than one Robin???? YEP! Wonder Woman has a sidekick and the story of Batman's poor mental health doesn't stop with just him. It deeply affects the lives of everyone around him most specifically, the people who become Robin. These characters are not new, they have been in the comics as early as the '40s, it is a crime that we're are only seeing them on screen now. In case you're kinda confused right now, have no fears, the show treats the characters as if audiences have little prior knowledge of who they are. You won't be spoon fed though so pay attention!
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| "Hey! I'm the new Robin" - Jason Todd |
4. The beggings of an entire TV universe
As mentioned earlier, Titans is DC's first Netflix entry and is sure to not be it's last. The plan is to create spin-off shows for the characters that are worth exploring in much more detail. Titans brings to the table a boatload of potential. With the restraints off, DC can go anywhere with its TV universe from the bloodiest of shows to the quirkiest. It's a bandwagon worth jumping on early to avoid missing the hype. In fact, as you are reading this DC is readying the release of a quirky spin-off show called the 'Doom Patrol' which is set to be released later this year. There are also plans in place for a Stargirl TV show which will be more family friendly as well as a SwampThing show which will expand the universe into realms of horror. The possibilities are endless. One of DC's biggest advantages is the diversification of its characters. They each require their stories to be told in a unique light through different genres and mediums rather than being able to just follow one repeated blueprint. It sure is a very exciting time to become a DC fan.
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| The Chief... he can fix us! |
5. It's available to stream right now!!
Netflix originals rarely disappoint and Titans is no different. Don't believe me? The show is currently rated 82% on rotten tomatoes and 8.2 on IMDb. What more do you need to know? there are 11 episodes of a DC tv show ready to binge with a rating of 8.2 and a special recommendation from yours truly! So, get through your workday, come home, grab some food and enjoy the binge. You won't regret it and you can thank me later! It's that simple.
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| Alone, they are broken. Together, they are Titans. |
That brings us to the end of this Blog Post, I hope you enjoyed the read and are desperate to go and watch Titans. The show first went into development almost 4 years ago and I have been waiting with sky-high anticipation for its release ever since. This was a particularly special post due to the fact Dick Grayson is my all time favourite DC character and I finally get to share his story and character with wider audiences. So go watch it and tell me what you think by commenting below or tweeting me @akash_sond. Spread the word about titans by sharing this post with your friends and family. Simply click one of the social media buttons below! Thanks for Reading! Watch Titans!
