Every 2025 Superhero TV Show, Ranked From Worst to Best

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Looking at 2025 box office numbers, it might seem like superhero movies were losing their popularity. While James Gunn’s Superman was the highest-grossing superhero film of the year, earning just over $616 million worldwide, that’s a lower amount than the billion-dollar successes we’ve seen before. Critically acclaimed movies like Thunderbolts and The Fantastic Four: First Steps didn’t attract large audiences, even though reviews were good. This suggested people were getting tired of superhero movies in theaters, but for those watching at home, it was clear the genre simply shifted to streaming services.

In 2025, television offered an overwhelming amount of content, from realistic crime shows to imaginative animated series, demonstrating that viewers will engage with stories if given the chance. This list focuses solely on brand new limited series or seasons that both started and finished airing in 2025. That means we’ve left out consistently running animated shows like Teen Titans GO!, Spidey and His Amazing Friends, and Batwheels, as their seasons continue into 2026. Here’s our ranking of all the superhero series that premiered in 2025, from worst to best.

Special Mention: Creature Commandos

Though technically a 2024 release, Creature Commandos deserves recognition for starting 2025—and the new DC Universe—strong, as its final episode aired on January 9th. Written entirely by James Gunn, this animated series centers on a team of monster black ops agents led by Rick Flag Sr. (voiced by Frank Grillo) and the Bride (voiced by Indira Varma). The show served as a great introduction to the new creative direction, combining the edgy, violent humor of The Suicide Squad with genuine emotional depth. It also cleverly laid the groundwork for the magical and political elements of the new DCU, demonstrating that a connected universe can work well across different types of media while maintaining a cohesive story.

12) Iron Man and His Awesome Friends

Comparing a preschool show to high-quality dramas doesn’t quite seem right, but Iron Man and His Awesome Friends is part of Disney’s upcoming content, and it unfortunately lands at the bottom of the list due to its simple scope. The show, which airs on Disney Junior, features a young Tony Stark, Riri Williams, and Amadeus Cho as they defend their city from threats suitable for young children. It’s a sweet and gentle way to introduce toddlers to the Marvel Universe, focusing on low-pressure adventures and the importance of working together. While it’s effective at attracting a new, young audience and selling toys, it doesn’t offer anything new for longtime Marvel fans, highlighting that not all content is intended for everyone.

11) Ironheart

Riri Williams, played by Dominique Thorne, deserved a stronger launch after the long wait and Disney+ release of Ironheart. The show tried to combine her high-tech world with the magical side of Chicago, featuring the villain The Hood (Anthony Ramos). While the suit improvements were visually appealing and the mix of magic and science had promise, the series struggled with an uneven pace and a confusing tone – it wasn’t clear if it was aiming for a teen drama or a gritty crime story. Reviews were mixed, with many praising Thorne’s performance but feeling the show lacked depth and got lost amongst the summer’s other releases.

10) Bat-Fam

Following the success of the movie Merry Little Batman, Bat-Fam came to Prime Video with a unique style that really resonated with some viewers, while others weren’t so keen. The show centers on Bruce Wayne (voiced by Luke Wilson) navigating family life with his son Damian (voiced by Yonas Kibreab) and a somewhat unusual extended family – including a surprisingly kind Joker (voiced by David Hornsby). Its hand-drawn animation is distinctive, and the humor is truly funny, but Bat-Fam is still a bit of a specialized show, deliberately avoiding the serious, dark tone typically associated with Batman. It’s a fun and lighthearted adventure, but it doesn’t have the weight to compete with more dramatic Batman stories.

9) Marvel Zombies

After being teased in What If…?, Marvel Zombies finally came to Disney+ as a four-episode series, but it didn’t quite live up to the hype. The show embraced its mature rating with lots of animated violence, following new survivors like Shang-Chi (voiced by Simu Liu) and Kamala Khan (voiced by Iman Vellani) as they battled a zombie apocalypse. While seeing zombie versions of famous heroes was visually interesting, the short length of the series didn’t allow the story to develop much emotional depth. Ultimately, Marvel Zombies felt more like a series of gruesome action sequences than a fully developed story, leaving viewers feeling unsatisfied at the end.

8) Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur Season 2

More episodes of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur arrived on Disney+ in early 2025, continuing the story of Lunella Lafayette (voiced by Diamond White) and her dinosaur companion, Devil Dinosaur (voiced by Fred Tatasciore). The show’s animation is still incredibly lively and colorful, perfectly capturing the energy of its main character. However, the new episodes have a bittersweet quality, as the show has been canceled, making it feel like a farewell. Despite this, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur remains a clever, touching, and visually stunning series that didn’t get the attention it deserved, and its cancellation leaves a noticeable gap in Marvel’s animated programs.

7) Eyes of Wakanda

Despite a quiet release in August, Eyes of Wakanda proved to be a worthwhile addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, even if it didn’t generate a lot of excitement. This four-part animated series delves into the history of the Hatut Zeraze – Wakanda’s elite warriors – across various time periods, showcasing impressive characters like Noni (voiced by Winnie Harlow) and Nkati (voiced by Cress Williams). The animation is stunning, changing styles to fit each era, and the stories enrich the mythology of Black Panther. However, the series’ format, with different stories each episode, made it hard to fully connect with the characters, and its short length didn’t make it feel essential viewing. Eyes of Wakanda is a visually beautiful and interesting project, but it ultimately feels like a side story rather than a major part of the MCU’s overall narrative.

6) Harley Quinn Season 5

By now, everyone knows what to expect from Harley Quinn: outrageous jokes, over-the-top violence, and the unpredictable relationship between Harley (Kaley Cuoco) and Poison Ivy (Lake Bell). This season, the pair caused trouble in Metropolis, giving the show plenty of opportunities to satirize the DC Universe. The writing and voice acting are still excellent, but the series feels like it’s starting to repeat itself. While Harley Quinn remains a reliably funny streaming show, it hasn’t generated as much buzz as it did in previous seasons, and the initial shock value has lessened somewhat.

5) Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Marvel’s animated series, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, took a bold new direction by reimagining Peter Parker’s origin story. Instead of Tony Stark, Norman Osborn becomes his mentor, creating a different timeline. The show’s unique 3D animation style, intentionally reminiscent of classic Spider-Man comics by Steve Ditko, proved controversial among viewers. Despite the visual differences, the writing was excellent, perfectly capturing the clumsy and relatable side of Spider-Man. Importantly, this series offered a fresh take on Peter Parker’s high school experiences, separate from the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, demonstrating that there are still original stories to be told about this iconic character.

4) Gen V Season 2

Season two of Gen V truly stands on its own, becoming a must-watch show separate from its connection to The Boys. While the first season was enjoyable world-building, the second season skillfully dealt with a real-world tragedy – the passing of Chance Perdomo, who played Andre Anderson. The writers thoughtfully incorporated his character’s death into the story instead of recasting, which brought a powerful sense of grief to the show. Critics also loved the addition of Hamish Linklater as Dean Cipher, whose intense psychological battles with Marie (Jaz Sinclair) created suspense comparable to the best scenes in The Boys. Ultimately, Gen V Season 2 is so highly rated because it successfully balances shocking, satirical moments with genuinely moving and heartbreaking storytelling.

3) Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn surprised audiences with the second season of Peacemaker by revealing a surprisingly vulnerable side to the initially muscle-bound character. While the first season was a fun, over-the-top experience, the new season offered a more serious and introspective look at Christopher Smith (John Cena), forcing him to confront his own flaws. The season’s standout storyline, involving an alternate Earth, wasn’t about the multiverse itself, but how it emotionally impacted Chris. Seeing a version of his father (Robert Patrick) as a genuinely good man was deeply painful for him, dismantling his justifications and pushing him towards maturity. Even with a divisive ending, Peacemaker Season 2 was a more complex, melancholic, and ultimately captivating season, proving John Cena can deliver both humor and genuine emotional weight.

2) Daredevil: Born Again

The biggest television triumph of 2025 was the dramatic turnaround of Daredevil: Born Again. Marvel Studios avoided a major misstep by abandoning its initial idea – a legal drama – and instead created a follow-up to the popular Daredevil series from Netflix. The resulting show came in second place because it brilliantly recaptured the gritty feel of the original while connecting it to the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe. By bringing back familiar characters from the Netflix series and embracing a mature rating, the show demonstrated that the studio is willing to listen to fan feedback. While Daredevil: Born Again isn’t flawless – you can still see where two different storylines were combined – it sets the stage for a strong second season, free from major creative overhauls.

1) Invincible Season 3

Following a somewhat scattered release for its second season, Invincible returned for Season 3 with new episodes released weekly, quickly reminding viewers why it’s considered the best superhero comic adaptation on television. This season, Mark Grayson (voiced by Steven Yeun) sports a new blue suit as he confronts the growing danger of the Viltrumite empire and the terrifying arrival of Conquest (voiced by Jeffrey Dean Morgan). The animation quality noticeably improved, easily handling scenes of massive destruction, and the introduction of Mark’s brother, Oliver (voiced by Christian Convery), brought a compelling new layer to the Grayson family’s story. Launching with a perfect 100

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