*WATCHMEN*.. (Directors Cut) is The Most BIZARRE Superhero Movie I've Ever Seen: (Movie Reaction)

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[@lisag5002]

One of the most underrated Superhero movies ever.

[@damionnefelsch6546]

Dark isn't very marketable in squeaky clean superhero stories. The sex aspect shocked me. I was only a teenager then and spent time in the local comic store in Broadbeach, the Goldie and any new stuff, it was there first. This movie is out there to some. Not me

[@johnirving5949]

One of the only three good movies Zach Snyder has made.

[@josezamarron1064]

@@johnirving5949 Zack makes movies for adult minds. It’s okay that you don’t understand them.

[@brutallyhonest123]

The comic was a masterpiece of layered symbolism. The film actually adds a layer when you realize Snyder intentionally references 911 multiple times, as if to say the false attack narrative isn't as far fetched as it may seem

[@keyseronthewire2575]

One of the greatest superhero films of all time. Grounded and more realistic take on superheroes and how history could potentially play out should they have existed in said time periods. Morality and the human condition ideals clashing while taking the superhero cliche and flipping it on itself. Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan are the goats of comic book films imo.

[@adamnichol4526]

I'm not here watching this with you; you're here watching it with me

[@mmxxiii9503]

*gets a movie ticket in the process*

[@mfournier8033]

Here’s a PROPER super hero movie.

[@DevinGtv901]

This was 🔥. Not your traditional one for sure

[@secondchance6603]

@@DevinGtv901 If you haven't already you should react to Kickass. All the best from the far north of New Zealand.

[@shanepye7078]

Dr.Manhattan was recently voted as being the most power superhero period.

[@MarathonWZ]

Dr Manhattan such an awesome character

[@Itsmattz]

They did him dirty on the show.

[@I-Am-Batman_1988]

Absolutely, that shit was downright awful!

[@sunstatesnipr1k759]

@@Itsmattzdamn what they did. ? Should I even watch the series ??

[@Lostboy-007]

The fact that the comedian was a parody of human nature was very interesting and he is my favourite character once you understand him

[@jamesosborne8081]

They say he's one of the 3 jokers

[@DevinGtv901]

He kind of crazy in my opinion

[@TheReelMcCoySC]

“It’s all a joke”

[@jessiechen279]

@@DevinGtv901 It make's sense if you read the comic, I'd recommend anyone to take the time to read it👍

[@pasoking2483]

@@DevinGtv901 He was the most sane out of all of them

[@brianwilson2789]

Rorschach is the best! “Never compromise. Not even in the face of Armageddon.” “I’m not locked in here with you! You’re locked in here with me!”

[@centripetal6157]

He is a severely demented and twisted criminal who has no humanity. But okay

[@solongdentahlplaan7975]

"I feel fear for the last time." Just chills! Everything Dr. Manhattan says is poetry.

[@Pr0x1mo]

That fucking Philip Glass soundtrack man

[@David-cg1lh]

​@@Pr0x1mo I've listened to it a hundred times minimum

[@robertparker6280]

That is one of the most chilling and scariest lines.

[@tonysoto8949]

There isn’t one MCU movie that can touch this masterpiece. The visuals, score, fight scenes, violence, cast, and extremely intricate and complicated plots make this movie unique and compelling. You have The Watchmen, The Dark Night, Logan, Man of Steel, Batman v Superman, iron Man, Zack Snyders Justice League, and Captain America The Winter Soldier being the best movies in this genre

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

A top 5 super hero movie imho. Very well done from every angle. And Jackie earl doesnt get enough credit for his portrayal of Rorshak

[@user-lg4ul9xx3g]

Deadpool?

[@lucassmith1886]

So true! I do not get the hate this movie gets!!! It is so incredibly unwarranted it is almost absurd to me. And this is from someone who has also paid for and read the comics.

[@tonysoto8949]

@@user-lg4ul9xx3g Deadpool is not a superhero movie, it’s a parity of DCs Deathstroke so it’s more of a comedy. I didn’t say it wasn’t entertaining or it was bad, just not in the same level as the movies I listed. And that is my personal opinion so your entitled to yours.

[@tonysoto8949]

@@BigBass-xf5yi 💯. Without his performance and character this film would not have hit as hard as it did. He gave an Oscar caliber performance but got no recognition because at the time superhero movies were never considered by the academy

[@DevinGtv901]

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[@evil_2539]

Fun fact the man of steel,batman vs superman and justice league(Snyder Cut) was directed by Zack Snyder he directed this as well

[@TheJerbol]

No prob b! Pin this comment next time!

[@goatkiller666]

So during the opening credits, when they show the montage of the Olde Tyme superhero’s down the years. There’s the scene with the dark-haired woman hero, who is in a parade, and she grabs some woman and kisses her. That’s based on a real-life picture. After WW2, when all the soldiers returned to America, there was a “Welcome Back” parade for them. Some random navy dude sees a nurse, and gives her that kiss. (They interviewed her later. She did not know him, and was not happy he did that.). And some photojournalist just happened to catch it on camera. So in the movie here, you can see when the woman hero kisses her, there’s a navy guy looking pissed, ‘cause she beat him to the kiss. And she’s the hero that is murdered in her bed later, because they weren’t cool with Lesbians, back then. A couple years ago, HBO did a 1 season story of that world, but now. We find out that the first person to put on the mask and be a vigilante was the hangman guy. He did it because he was black, and he knew that nobody would believe the bad guys did the bad things, if there was a black man kicking their asses. So he wore a disguise, then other people wore masks too, and it just became a thing. They got Louis Gossett, Jr. to play 130yr old Hangman.

[@Nihilus_Outis]

The graphic novel is the only comic book in the Time Magazine list of 100 best books. The original story is a deconstruction of the superhero genre. That’s why it deviates from the tropes of traditional comic books like Marvel and DC. The movie is a great adaptation. It has some differences from the book mainly because it was necessary to include more action and less absurdity. It’s one of my favorite films. Very underrated. 🙂

[@robertparker6280]

I grab the entire paperback collection for $10. Read it in 3 days while at work. Man I LOVED it! The movie nailed it, and I was fine with the changes. Rorschach is my favorite.

[@a.j.m8264]

Rorschach is my favorite out of all these guys. Edgy narration and all. Got the best lines in my opinion too.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Brilliantly casted snd played

[@solongdentahlplaan7975]

@a.j.m8264 Y'all have heard Alan Moore's reading of Rorschach, right? It's pretty different, but really good.

[@triplebackspace3623]

This comic story won awards & proved to a lot of nay sayers that comic book storylines could be more than light entertainment for kids.

[@nathanzamora8070]

Ozymandias is the pinnacle of human ability. Thats why he was so badass lmao

[@jonathanbleecarter]

This has so much grit..if modern movies had a fraction of that I'd go to the theater

[@deluxe_ar6354]

“None of you seem to understand…I’m not locked in here with you…YOU’RE LOCKED IN HERE WITH ME!!!” Aaaa such a cold line

[@Larooster87]

Dude!!!! I’m so glad you watched this. Watchmen is on of the greatest comic book films made. The source material is great, none of the superhero’s have powers, the villain wins in the end. It flips so many conventions on their head. Keep it up dude!!!!

[@ztomas1]

The Watchmen are heroes from an alternate universe in the 80s but they are still part of DC comics universe

[@jawbone78]

They were added to the DCU decades after the original series was published. When the series was first written and published, it was entirely self-contained.

[@zatoichi1]

Yeah. The graphic novel was published by DC but Watchmen weren't a part of the DCU when it came out.

[@wesbeuning1733]

Nothing says "that guy is detached from humanity" like a blue guy walking around with his junk out all ove the place.

[@DevinGtv901]

😂 Facts

[@psow4062]

This is IMHO one of the best superhero movies. The ending is very unexpected and yet it makes so much sense. Not only the villain has won, but the heroes agreed to cover up what he did, because otherwise millions have died for nothing.

[@timlanteigne298]

Rorschach 's final words...epic.

[@Dagoth_Ur_1]

"You don't seem to understand, I'm not locked in here with you! You're locked in here with me!" Rorshach's line is one of the most badass moments in film.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

This is still in my top 5 super hero movies of all time. JEH played Rourshak perfectly.

[@pasoking2483]

This will take more than one watch for you to truly appreciate this masterpiece.

[@thseed7]

They absolutely nailed the visuals and casting in this movie. The old timey costumes from the 40's look like they came straight out of 40's comic book

[@ADDISON396]

Ooooooooo! Glad you watched this! The thing I usually don't like about Super heros is that *usually* they aren't realistic, or even internally consistent with their logic. Watchmen (and the boys as another great EG) rips that notion to shreds. What would it ACTUALLY be like if superman existed. He'd be like any other powerful human, V unlikely to be this incredibly kind figure. Watchmen and The Boys explore how horrific some actual superheros existing would likely be. It's social commentary, satire of the perfect super hero, and as a standalone piece of work it's incredible filmmaking! (commented before watching as I was so excited to see you react lol, REALLY hope you enjoyed it but I'll have to keep watching past 30 seconds to find out haha :D )

[@lefdee]

Is it bad that I know this movie and devin so well that I can already predict the HOOOOO moments?

[@peterwale6821]

Now I want Devin to react to the classic Thundercats cartoon Thunder! Thunder! Thundercats!! HOOOO!!!

[@DevinGtv901]

😂 There was a lot of Hooo Wee moments

[@NathanMian]

Thoroughly enjoyed this reaction! Had some very funny moments too, keep it up Devin and thank you!

[@frogofbrass382]

Most book stores, all comic shops, and most libraries will have the collection of the original Watchman graphic novel (collection of 12 original comics from the 1980s) that you should definitely read.

[@mot0rhe4d40]

That closing scene " Tonight a Comedian died" His will be done.

[@RACM1912]

Everything about this movie is good, but the intro is really amazing 👍

[@Lostboy-007]

Off the top of my head I can’t think of a better plan the the bad guy in this ozzymandus simply perfect even the godlike hero couldn’t stop him

[@BEEFDOCTOR]

25:37 - "🎵Burn his ass up 🎵" 😅😅

[@Zerbijan]

he said Nixon on JFK ass. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 the fk mate thats maybe one of THE greatest movie intros but u have to know a lil bit of history masterpiece of a movie Directors Cut

[@V0LS]

my fav live action superhero movie

[@tangomango2459]

You’re a cool guy and your reactions make the video! Appreciate the quality content you put out!

[@SnyderVerso]

AMAZING REACTION!! Are you watching the director's cut? This is a Zack Snyder movie so the right version is the director's. Unfortunately WB made him cut some of the most amazing parts

[@DevinGtv901]

Thanks so much. Yea I did

[@SnyderVerso]

@@DevinGtv901 let’s gooooo! Awesome content bro, cheers from Brazil 🇧🇷 already subscribed

[@keyseronthewire2575]

One of the greatest superhero films of all time. Grounded and more realistic take on superheroes and how history could potentially play out should they have existed in said time periods. Morality and the human condition ideals clashing while taking the superhero cliche and flipping it on itself. Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan are the goats of comic book films imo.

[@chocolate-teapot]

I highly recommend the watchmen comic books

[@DevinGtv901]

Didn’t know this was actually a comic book! But I can definitely see it

[@doposud]

All we ever see of stars are their old photographs. -It is mind blowing to think the night sky you looking at is different from reality at the moment One of my most favorite movies , it's not perfect but nothing really is. Very underrated movie

[@aflodesigns]

adrian genetically enhaced himself made him fast and strong ...he also made his animals

[@papalaz4444244]

it's one of the subplots that didn't make the final script. That's why the "giant alien" isn't the endgame in this version. I think I prefer the film ending tbqh

[@aflodesigns]

@@papalaz4444244 ya me too

[@hissatsu4937]

Fun fact for the fitness buffs out there. The cgi used for Dr Manhattan's body was based on famous fitness model Greg Plitt, who sadly passed away after a tragic accident in 2015. I remember at the time he was often talked about on social media for his motivational speeches on life, training etc. All round great guy. Anyways this movie is pretty dang good. When comics goes Hollywood it's either a hit or a major miss. This one was a hit.

[@riodenzb.olimberio4568]

This is a masterpiece

[@juniegyllenhaal3937]

😱😱😱😱😱 YES!!! You finally did it

[@antbox1992]

Would you kill millions to save billions? That s the question this movie raises. On one hand its fucked up and evil to kill millions, but logically, using math you are saving more lives in the long run. This answer is never given in the movie, but it did ask the question, which is impressive

[@TheReelMcCoySC]

My dude got the GOATed movies on deck and I try my best to support any and all veterans

[@rpsibley73]

This is a great movie bro!! the book was bananas!!

[@andrewallen6860]

Yes. Dr. Manhattan and Superman DID face each other. Superman beat him. Not with a punch, but by bringing him hope.

[@suproliver]

You have seen The Comedian in something very recent. The same actor played Thomas Wayne. Bruce Wayne's dad, who was in the very beginning of Batman v Superman movie you recently watched. -OG

[@GabeTheGrump]

"Men get arrested dogs get put down"

[@JangTheKim]

It's crazy that only 1 person has superpowers in this group. I have not read the comic books, so I'm not sure if they have like enhanced abilities like super speed. But this movie doesn't highlight or show it. But, I still really enjoyed this movie. The series (i think on HBO - or MAX now - is very good too). Thumbs up to help our man get more exposure and love everyone!!

[@papalaz4444244]

You are right. They are just people dressed in costumes. Dr Manhatten ceases to be human the instant he is transformed.

[@V0LS]

Ozymandias has insane skill, but yea everyone else are normal people

[@DevinGtv901]

They all were extremely skilled.

[@DevinGtv901]

They have a series to Watchman!?

[@JangTheKim]

@@DevinGtv901yessir! It is very good too. I thought they were going to make a second season, but I’m not sure if they cancelled it or are maybe even making it right now. But it’s worth a watch.

[@wakkadakka9192]

Ozymandias is one of the best villains, for a comics standarts ofcourse, the kind of "villain" whose side you can easily take. His goal is clear and understandable, there is no egoism or vanity in his aspiration, he thought through everything in advance and carried out his plans to the end. Once again, sure there are many plot holes and inconsistencies in his plan, but that's a comics story, and by the standards of comics he is awesome.

[@tonyb7615]

Wrong. Doing great evil for the best of reasons cannot be justified. If you're a sociopath and don't care about humanity, then sure. Otherwise you're a glorified Thanos.

[@wakkadakka9192]

@@tonyb7615 Nah the Thanos plan was just dumb even by comics standards. Halving the population won't solve anything at all. Ozymandias plan was much simpler and actually had a logic in it. People are stupid, and scared people are even stupider. If people, in their stupidity and fear, are ready to destroy the entire planet - stop them by frightening them with something even more terrible is a completely logical solution. Like for example if today an Alien invasion will happen and creepy monsters will start attacking whole world - such conflicts like russia-ukraine or israel-palestine will immidiatly stop. The easiest way to unite people is to create a great threat for them, sometimes even just the illusion of a threat is enough. This is not some fictitious idea, this is a very real and effective method that has been used by many rulers around the world for thousands of years. And they still use it today.

[@BoyKwentoOfficial]

if you take notice owl man saves the waynes in the news paper shown

[@evilalex87]

masterpiece

[@koutastone1994]

This is by far my all time favorite comic book movie ever!!! The Watchmen is absolutely amazing!!!!

[@platinumphazer]

One of the best comic movies ever made

[@juliangrant9718]

It's interesting you say knockoff because they kinda are. The mafia ran comic book company called Charlton Heroes which would eventually go under sometime in the 50s. But they did happen to get quite a few talented artists and writers who would eventually work for DC. And DC would eventually buy the rights to all the Charlton Heroes. The writer of Watchmen Alan Moore wanted to use the Charlton Heroes for this story but DC wouldn't let him because it was too controversial what he wanted to do. So instead, he created Watchmen as a replacement to mirror the Charlton Heroes. Nite Owl is Blue Beatle. Rorschach is The Question. Silk Spectre is Nightshade. The Comedian is Peacemaker. Dr Manhattan is The Atom. And Ozymandias is Thunderbolt, which is the only IP that wasn't bought by DC. So they are knock-offs. Just done in the best way possible.

[@mallyosih7455]

My mans just started this vid with full on controversy

[@singbluesilver1973]

My favourite superhero film. I can’t abide all the others as they’re so twee and preachy.

[@SmokinDroFrayser]

I had a 1990 red Honda Civic manual with those same wheels

[@Neotron2001]

With proper planning, we all know who can defeat Dr. Manhattan. 😎

[@juniegyllenhaal3937]

Nobody

[@mikereacts7304]

if you have all the infinty stones its possible.. because of tachyon particles... and its still a maybe

[@richardklassen7689]

Glad to see those good vibes!

[@MessJB]

Watchmen was The Boys when The Boys was still a very young comic. 😅

[@TimothyB24]

"Oh they ain't even show it" 🤣

[@nathanzamora8070]

Flat out the best super hero movie....

[@gregjarnigan3515]

Dope ass movie! Love all the characters.

[@HotQahwe]

Glad you watched this, I remember when it came out. Also glad you liked it! I thought it was unique and different from "superhero" movies

[@michaelcoffey1991]

@Devin tho not the fan of those some are, i love how it is played for real and played with grit. I would not say "knock off" this was created by people who wanted to do their OWN super hero stories and not have to sign with Marvel OR Dc. hope that helps

[@undbiter65]

Theres a Watchmen tv show that is phenomenal. Some people didnt like it because it deals with race issues. With protagonist being a black woman. But its insanelt well written and has great critic reviews.

[@vincenthelm6362]

Saw this for my senior ditch day. I bought the original novel from this movie. I can't understate how much the movie understood the book. Minus the pointless parallel pirate substory

[@xxDrain]

Forget the superhero aspect. This is some real intriguing philosophy at play, so much to relate to, so many perspectives to consider. This movie is a 9/10 for me - larger than life. (Besides, there's only 1 superhuman in the bunch).

[@thedrizzle06925]

The graphic novel is a masterpiece

[@anthonygm85]

I've surprising never seen or read watchmen but it looks good

[@martinsandt1135]

You are in for a great Treat , enjoy Sir 🤔👍

[@jdub8631]

You gotta get your world history up my friend

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Kiddin me? 2/3 thirds of the younger generations cant find the Statue of Liberty on a tourist map of NYC.

[@robertparker6280]

Bro Rorschach's death hurts, every time.

[@WeirdChemical]

Best superhero movie

[@TheZoenGaming]

It's weird because they tried to distill the entire comic series into one movie. Imagine how disjointed the Avenger's movie would be if they tried to condense the Captain America, Thor, Iron Man, Doctor Strange, The Avengers, Ultron, Civil War, Infinity War, and Endgame movies into a single movie that was less than three hours long.

[@zerolsr2228]

The Watchmen is from an adult comic company. Similar to Spawn. There are adult companies for both Marvel and DC like Icon Comics.

[@jawbone78]

When Watchmen was published there were no "adult" imprints at the major publishers. It was just published by plain old DC Comics, just like Batman and Superman and Wonder Woman.

[@Gabriel-all]

Both Watchmen and Icon Comics are from DC LoL

[@robertparker6280]

To me my Top 3 favorite Superhero movies

[@javi-sama]

yessir! this movie is longer than batman v. superman and is a one parter

[@PTaylor1087]

Damn people getting on my boy for not being a comic book fanatic. Great reaction regardless. The watchmen is a Great graphic novel which you should check out sometime.

[@ramboziplok4089]

Watchmen is DC 😤😤😤😤 if we ever got so lucky they would put Dr. Manhattan versus Superman

[@gudlaugurrobertsson7623]

The watchmen Tv series its only 1 season, but its great worth a watch.

[@goatkiller666]

1) According to the story itself, Dr. Manhattan is the only person who’s got real powers. Ozymandius MIGHT qualify, with his catch a bullet trick. Everyone else is just a human in a mask, to hide their identity. Owl man is sort of vaguely like Batman, ‘cause he’s got money for gadgets. (And in an alternate universe, where everyone is evil, Bruce Wayne is evil Owlman, not Batman. But that’s just a coincidence.) Though, after the movie, which was based on the comic, DC did buy the rights to Watchmen. Dr. Manhattan shows up in the DC universe and straight up ruins every super-hero and supervillain, AT THE SAME TIME. He keeps time traveling, changing stuff, sees how that affects the future, time travels again, changes something else…. It was brutal. Dr. Manhattan cane take out like… ALL the gods… at once… and be bored doing it.

[@Uatu-the-Watcher]

It’s been established in the comics that Dr. Manhattan is more powerful than Superman. But, you asked which was better. I think Superman is the “better superhero”. Superman was the first superhero, and being good and helpful is part of his core character.

[@blakechildress944]

I can't believe back in 2009 most critics and the public didn't like Watchmen when it first came out. Zack Snyder has made just as many good movies as he's made not so good movies. Watchmen is one of his good movies.

[@121Corey121]

This is my all time favorite movie, up there with Forrest Gump. Just two totally different movies.

[@summitstreams]

So you know your reaction to Dr Manhattan is the same reaction Batman had to Superman in Batman v Superman. IJS!

[@luxurybuzz3681]

Greg Plitt was the model for Dr. Manhattans body

[@d_no_allyn_86]

They aren't really knockoffs of other superheroes they are just their own thing, they are in another world in the sense of there are comics and books that these come from. They are their own story.Also If you didn't know this is Zack Snyder who did this. You probably can tell someone from the color scheme and the feel of it and the action. He is the same one who did Batman vs Superman and man of steel. He's an awesome director. I really wish they let him keep the DC universe. I think some of the storytelling could have got better but he knows how to make it look right.

[@ronniearnold9165]

Watchmen is a twelve-issue comic book limited series created by Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons, and John Higgins, published by DC Comics in 1986 and 1987. Watchmen focuses on six main characters: the Comedian, Doctor Manhattan, the Nite Owl, Ozymandias, Rorschach, and the Silk Spectre. These characters were originally based on the Mighty Crusaders[1] and then reworked in an unsolicited proposal to fit superhero properties DC had acquired from Charlton Comics in the early 1980s. Moore later based the team’s predecessors, the Minutemen, on the Mighty Crusaders. Since the publisher planned to integrate Charlton's superheroes into the main DC Universe and the script would have made many of them unusable for future stories, series writer Alan Moore eventually agreed to create original characters.

[@ryandubeau5298]

They're owned by DC Comics

[@Lostboy-007]

I love this movie I used to hate it and thought it was so boring and long but I was only a kid as I matured I realised how much of a great story it is- in my opinion

[@DevinGtv901]

This isn’t a superhero movie for kids😂😂.. How did you get away with it

[@DeyCallMeDrama]

Dr. Manhattan destroyed the whole Justice League in just a few seconds in the comics!

[@suproliver]

Watchmen are not knock-off superheroes. You simply don't read comic books. This movie is based off of the comic book. -OG

[@Nolnocnaes]

Great movie; put Fight Club and Memento on your list to watch next.

[@Mastersofthegym]

I’d say besides Dr. Manhattan.. any of the superhero teams would clap they cheeks

[@goatkiller666]

In that universe, Vietnam becomes the 51st state of the USA.