Swamp Thing

Abby Arcane, a CDC scientist, travels to a small Louisiana town to study what looks like a swamp born virus. She discovers the case is about more than illness, rooted in land, history, and secrets the marsh refuses to surrender. As Abby interviews locals, eerie phenomena spill into daylight and threaten everyone she cares about. She must balance professional duties with personal loyalties to people like Liz Tremayne and Avery Sunderland while tracking signs that point to something older and more dangerous than a routine outbreak. The swamp answers in whispers and half secrets, pulling Abby toward a collision between science and myth that could redefine the town. Her resolve is tested as secrets surface and the swamp fights back. Tonight.

The series premiered in 2019 on DC Universe and was developed by Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman, drawing on the DC Comics character Swamp Thing. It leans into atmosphere and practical effects, delivering a drama centered on Abby's investigation. Tonight.

This entry helped broaden the DC Universe streaming space with a darker take on the character and a strong female lead. Its moody visuals and practical effects earned praise from fans, and it sparked broader talks about tone in comic adaptations. Fans debated its tone compared with other DC projects.

Critics generally welcomed the atmosphere and the performances, especially Reed and Patton, while noting the series blends science with myth in a fresh way. Some reviews highlighted uneven pacing, but the show effectively threads themes of environmental danger, town corruption, and personal trauma. The show also explored trauma as motive.