Harley Quinn: Season One Is Not Perfect, Still Fun

Fresh off the announcement of the season 2 premiere date, we finished season 1 of Harley Quinn. The DC Universe offering was strange and at times felt a little out of place, but for the most part, the R-rated comedy is delightfully a step away from the usual comic cartoon antics. While the movie isn’t dominating the box office, the cartoon has been a delightful pause between their live-action offerings on the DC streaming service.

It took a full season to fully get into the show and while we still have our reservations, it is shockingly better than expected. While there have been adult-oriented animated shows in the past, Harley Quinn is a far cry from the Family Guys and South Parks. The “made for tv”, censored to the public shows that still have to cater to network television still have a sense of not going too far. Even though at one point the series still edits out a “c-word” that only European people can get away with, they let the f-bombs fly. However, that’s the hang-up when it comes to the animated feature.

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It’s not the graphic violence that crosses the line or feels out of place. The heavy use of the adult language that at times feels forced. The profanity seems to be celebrated and at times feels shoe-horned into each episode and not naturally either. While the target audience is a bit older, Harley Quinn goes out of its way to prove its not your average Saturday morning cartoon.

With that being said, there is a lot of fun to be had in the show itself. With a good cast including Kaley Cuoco from Big Bang Theory, Alan Tudyk in his second DC Universe roll, Ron Funches and Lake Bell and a ton more.

The show is your typical Harley Quinn break from the Joker story, but with a violent twist. Quinn has to establish herself as a dominant villain in Gotham despite no longer being under the Joker’s wing. From there, season 1 unfolds as HQ befriends other outcasts including Poison Ivy, Clayface, King Shark, Dr. Psycho and yes, even Kite Man makes a few very comical appearances.

Season 1 might have felt a little forced at times, there was enough substance to make us want to return for season 2. Hopefully, by then, there will be enough to play off so that the violence and adult language feel more natural and organic. Season 2 is set to debut April 3rd on DC Universe.