Harley is depicted as bisexual, moving from Joker to Ivy, making the queer romance a major character driver and source of emotional payoff rather than incidental. The narrative frames traditional male villain dynamics (Joker) as toxic and patriarchal, emphasizing female empowerment, autonomy, and healthy queer partnership as superior alternatives.

Supporting cast includes deliberate diversity such as an African-American Catwoman and various non-white voice actors in key roles. Creators prioritized LGBTQ+ writers and staff diversification to advance these directions.

Audience reactions include frequent complaints labeling elements as feminist propaganda, SJW messaging, male degradation, and forced inclusion, with some episodes featuring direct commentary on privilege and diversity. While the core remains crude adult comedy and villain antics, the ideological framing of relationships, identity, and power structures drives substantial portions of the arcs and appeal, elevating it beyond organic genre tropes.