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

2024: A Year of Familiar Comfort and Unexpected Excellence in Comics

In 2024, comic readers found comfort in familiar narratives. Surprisingly, many of these familiar stories delivered exceptional quality and pushed creative boundaries. Navigating the sheer volume of weekly comics from major publishers, alongside graphic novels from various imprints, is a daunting task. This list highlights some of the year's most captivating titles.

A Few Preliminary Notes:

• Focus: Primarily on Marvel and DC, with a few exceptions.
• Minimum Length: Series must have at least 10 issues. Therefore, newer titles like Ultimates, Absolute Batman, recent X-titles, and Aaron's Ninja Turtles are excluded.
• Overall Ranking: The ranking considers all issues of each series, not just those released in 2024. Exceptions are made for Jed McKay's Moon Knight and Joshua Williamson's Robin.
• Anthologies Excluded: 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

Reviews:

Batman: Zdarsky Run

A technically impressive but ultimately underwhelming comic. The fight against the "wrong" Batman was tedious, with the exception of a compelling Joker subplot.

Nightwing by Tom Taylor

A strong start that faltered towards the end due to an overabundance of filler issues. Despite its flaws, it contained moments of brilliance.

Blade + Blade: Red Band

A successful adaptation of the Daywalker into a fast-paced, action-packed comic book experience.

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

A mixed bag. The rushed resurrection plotlines hindered the narrative's potential.

Outsiders

A Planetary reimagining within the DC Universe. While the meta-commentary is present, it lacks subtlety.

Poison Ivy

A surprisingly long-running series with a unique psychedelic charm, despite its inconsistencies.

Batman and Robin by Joshua Williamson

A compelling coming-of-age story exploring father-son dynamics.

Scarlet Witch & Quicksilver

A charming and visually appealing comic from Dark Horse, emphasizing simplicity and warmth.

The Flash Series by Simon Spurrier

A complex and challenging read with an unpredictable narrative.

The Immortal Thor by Al Ewing

A potentially rewarding but initially tedious read, hampered by its reliance on previous storylines. The artwork is exceptional.

Venom + Venom War

A chaotic, intense, and ultimately inspiring series.

John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America

A strong first part, marred by a weaker second part. Constantine's characterization remains consistently brilliant.

Ultimate X-men by Peach Momoko

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