Ranking the best comics of 2024: Marvel, DC, and All-In-Ones

2024: A Year of Exceptional Comics

In 2024, readers found comfort in familiar narratives, yet this year, many of those stories transcended expectations and pushed creative boundaries. Navigating the sheer volume of weekly comics from major publishers, alongside the diverse graphic novels available, is a daunting task. This list highlights some of the year's most captivating series.

A Few Notes Before We Begin:

• This list focuses primarily on Marvel and DC, with a few notable exceptions.
• Only series with at least 10 issues are included. This excludes recent titles like Ultimates, Absolute Batman, "From the Ashes" X-titles, and Aaron's Ninja Turtles.
• The ranking considers all issues of each series, regardless of release year, including those from earlier arcs. Exceptions are Jed McKay's Moon Knight and Joshua Williamson's Robin.
• Anthologies like Action Comics and Batman: The Brave and the Bold are excluded due to their varied creative teams.

Table of Contents

• Batman: Zdarsky Run
• Nightwing by Tom Taylor
• Blade + Blade: Red Band
• Vengeance of the Moon Knight + Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu
• Outsiders
• Poison Ivy
• Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson
• Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver
• The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier
• The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing
• Venom + Venom War
• John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America
• Ultimate X-men by Peach Momoko

Batman: Zdarsky Run

A technically impressive but ultimately underwhelming comic. The fight against the "wrong" Batman proved tedious, except for a noteworthy neuro-arc with the Joker.

Nightwing by Tom Taylor

A strong start that unfortunately faltered towards the end, accumulating filler issues. While not reaching its initial potential, it still contained moments of brilliance.

Blade + Blade: Red Band

A successful adaptation of the Daywalker into a bloody, action-packed comic book.

Vengeance of the Moon Knight + Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu

A mixed bag for Moon Knight, hampered by a rushed return from the dead. The series suffered from underdeveloped plot points and a lack of character development.

Outsiders

A Planetary-inspired reimagining, seamlessly integrated into the DC Universe. While the meta-commentary is heavy-handed at times, it doesn't detract from the overall experience.

Poison Ivy

A surprisingly long-running series with a unique psychedelic charm, offering moments of both brilliance and predictability.

Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson

A compelling exploration of father-son relationships and self-discovery, featuring Damien Wayne facing new challenges.

Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver

A charming and visually appealing comic from Dark Horse, focusing on a heartwarming portrayal of the characters.

The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier

A complex and challenging read, rewarding those willing to invest the time and effort. The unpredictable narrative is its greatest strength.

The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing

A visually stunning comic, despite its occasionally tedious narrative. The series' complexity and connection to previous works may appeal more to long-time readers.

Venom + Venom War

A chaotic and exhilarating series, leaving a lasting impact on the reader.

John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America

A masterful first part, contrasted by a less impressive second. Despite its flaws, Spurrier's portrayal of Constantine remains brilliant.

Ultimate X-men by Peach Momoko

A unique blend of manga, psychological horror, and the X-Men, beautifully illustrated by Peach Momoko.