10 Best DC Comics Characters Created by Grant Morrison, Ranked

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Grant Morrison has been writing comics for a long time, and in that time, they’ve introduced a lot of original and imaginative characters to the DC Universe. As a big fan – a true enthusiast – I enjoy almost everything they’ve created. Their stories are incredibly inventive and cover a wide range of themes. You might find a story that celebrates classic comic book lore, or one that thoughtfully explores the connection between a writer and their creations. And Morrison’s characters are truly memorable.

Grant Morrison and their creative team have significantly enriched the DC Universe with memorable characters and storylines. Just consider Doom Patrol, which gave us a reality-bending strongman and a living street offering refuge to the unusual. Their work on Batman introduced disturbing villains like Professor Pyg and the unsettling Doctor Hurt. Morrison has made a huge impact on DC Comics, and it’s tough to choose their most brilliant creations. But here are 10 of the best DC characters that originated from Grant Morrison’s imagination.

10. The Atom

Working with Gail Simone, Grant Morrison created Ryan Choi to take over the role of the Atom after Ray Palmer. Like his predecessor, Ryan is a brilliant scientist, specializing in the world of extremely small particles. As the Atom, he uses a special belt powered by a piece of a White Dwarf Star, which allows him to shrink to incredibly tiny sizes. Although the Atom hasn’t always been one of the Justice League’s most prominent heroes, Ryan Choi is a vital team member. He even played a key role in restoring superheroes’ powers after the events of Absolute Power.

9. Professor Pyg

Grant Morrison’s extensive work on Batman introduced a truly memorable villain: Professor Pyg. Based on the myth of Pygmalion, Lazlo Valentin was once a spy who went mad due to experimental drugs. He then created a bizarre criminal group called the Circus of the Strange and built an army of disturbing, mind-controlled henchmen he calls Dollotrons. What makes Pyg so compelling is that he embodies classic Batman villain tropes – a strange obsession and unusual methods – but presents them with unsettling sincerity, making him one of the most frightening villains in recent Batman comics.

8. Beryl Hutchinson

Grant Morrison’s Batman run also introduced Beryl Hutchinson, a cheerful and popular new hero. Beryl took on the role of Squire, the UK’s version of Robin, working with the Knight. She was a skilled and enjoyable character to follow, but her time as Squire ended tragically when her mentor died during the battle against Leviathan in Batman Inc. Instead of giving up, Beryl chose to honor his memory by becoming the new Knight, continuing his work and protecting the United Kingdom with the same dedication.

7. Prometheus

Grant Morrison is celebrated for their work on Batman, but they also created a compelling villain who represents everything Batman isn’t: Prometheus. He’s a particularly ruthless and effective enemy, with a backstory that’s a dark reflection of Bruce Wayne’s own. Prometheus is just as intelligent and skilled as Batman, and he’s infamous for infiltrating the Justice League’s Watchtower and defeating every member. While terrifying, Prometheus was also a really enjoyable character to read.

6. Danny the Street

If you’re unfamiliar with just how strange and imaginative Grant Morrison’s run on Doom Patrol was, the character Danny the Street is a good place to start. Danny is a living street that wanders the world, offering refuge to those who need it. Over time, Danny has transformed into many different things – a brick, an ambulance, an amusement park, and even the entire planet! But no matter what form Danny takes, its purpose remains the same: to provide a home for people who don’t fit in anywhere else.

5. Simon Hurt

Simon Hurt started as a very minor character from Batman’s Silver Age, but writer Grant Morrison reimagined him as a major threat. It was revealed that Hurt is actually an ancestor of Bruce Wayne who unnaturally prolonged his life using the Hyper-Adapter. He then became the leader of the Black Glove, a dangerous cult focused on destroying Batman. Hurt proved to be a compelling villain and is considered by many to be one of the most memorable Batman antagonists in recent years.

4. Flex Mentallo

Flex Mentallo, also known as the Man of Muscle Mystery, perfectly showcases Grant Morrison’s fondness for stories that play with the idea of storytelling itself, especially within the superhero genre. Within the DC Universe, Flex started as a comic book character who somehow became real. His unique ability, ‘Muscle Mystery,’ allows him to change reality simply by flexing different muscles. He’s been a recurring, though sometimes infrequent, member of the Doom Patrol since Morrison’s original run, and he’s always a welcome addition – it’s hard not to like such an optimistic and powerful hero who can change the world with a flex!

3. King Mob

It probably won’t shock you to learn that Grant Morrison actually wrote himself as a character into one of his comics. King Mob isn’t exactly Morrison, but he definitely feels like a version of him. As the leader of the Invisibles – a group investigating chaos magick – King Mob captures everything fans love about Morrison’s work: he’s rebellious, self-assured, and thinks completely outside the norm – just plain cool. While author self-inserts often get criticism, King Mob is such an enjoyable character that it’s hard not to appreciate him.

2. Crazy Jane

I’ve discussed many characters Grant Morrison created for Doom Patrol, but I can’t forget Crazy Jane. She was one of the few new additions to the team, and she quickly became a perfect fit. Jane, whose real name is Kay Challis, has dissociative identity disorder, meaning she has over 60 different personalities. When exposed to the Dominator’s Gene Bomb, each of those personalities developed its own unique superpower, essentially turning Crazy Jane into a one-person powerhouse. Since joining the Doom Patrol, Jane has grown significantly and now leads the team.

1. Damian Wayne

As a DC fan, I don’t think Grant Morrison ever created a character who’s stuck around and had as much impact as Damian Wayne. He’s Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul’s son, and he’s been the Boy Wonder for about twenty years now! When he first showed up as Robin, he was pretty raw and intense, having been raised by the League of Assassins. But being part of the Bat-Family has definitely smoothed some of his edges, even though he’s still just as skilled and capable as ever. He really made a mark!

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2026-04-10 22:41