Superman, batman, spiderman, the hulk, and countless other comic book. The film is about the history of the american comic book industry from its origins in the 1930s to the present day, and how comic books have mirrored and affected the society around them. Mar 16, 2017 history has given a greenlight to more than 100 hours of original, premium documentary limited series and specials to premiere in 2017, including programs examining americas costly war on drugs. Unlike all the heroes before, the ff bickered, argued, got tangled up in love triangles, and even had moments of doubt. Joe began his comic book career at valiant comics, as penciler of rai, and cocreator of secret weapons. Marvel comics was first published in october, 1939.
The largest comic book store in the united states, the company opened its first store in the times square area in 1997. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Uncovers how the rise of the superhero parallels americas rise as a. Mar 09, 2016 superheroes change the course of history. Comic book fans and collectors divide the last 80 years of the publication of superhero comic books into four ages. Andrew wahl explores how comic books are a mirror of their times. History channels superheroes decoded airing soon comic. A history of superheroes in comic books, from the first appearance of superman in. Vintage comic books vintage comics vintage ads funny vintage comic book panels comic book covers archie comics funny comics cheap shot recently pointed out to us by reader krato5, archie out of context is a brilliant tumblr that does exactly what it says. It featured traditional historians, people from inside the industry such as stan lee, and people who grew. A twonight documentary about the history of superheroes in comic books, the movies, and on television, superheroes decoded does a good job. Mcfarland, jan 10, 2014 literary criticism 230 pages. Superheroes decoded documentary to air on history channel by neil cole fortifying its position as the leading brand for factual entertainment, the history channel has greenlit more than 100 hours of original, premium documentary limited series and specials to premiere in 2017.
Comic book superheroes unmasked tv movie 2003 imdb. The frank paul pennedandinked character on the cover of that debut issue was the. If you are like me and are at all interested in history, specifically comic book history and how the industry has evolved and responded to events over the years then this is a. The network will air superheroes decoded, a twopart documentary. Kennertoy biz wonder woman action figures click on the images or listings to shop figures on ebay. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the. Comic book history series jon morris and hope nicholson comic books werent always a billiondollar industry, but theyve always been a unique and fascinating medium. A history of superheroes in comic books, from the first appearance of superman in the 1930s to todays morallyconflicted, violent antiheroes. History channel comic book superheroes unmasked youtube. Could have used a little bit more exciting graphics however in the presentation. Apr 19, 2017 history is tapping some big names from marvel and dc to uncover the hidden origin stories of comics biggest heroes. Comic book superheroes unmasked is a television documentary that aired on the history channel in 2003. They represent americas hopes, dreams, fears, and needs. Vintage comic books vintage comics vintage ads funny vintage comic book panels comic book covers archie comics funny comics cheap shot recently pointed out to us by reader krato5, archie out of context is a brilliant tumblr that does exactly what it.
The cover shows a transition from monsters, and the ff didnt even show up in costume till the third issue. History channel to decode origins of superheroes in docuseries. Golden 19381950, silver 19561970, bronze 19701985 and modern 1985the present. Comic books have been published for more than a century, and collectors categorize them into five ages. But history also changes the course of superheroes. Though marvel is associated with such wellknown comic book superheroes as captain america, the fantastic four, the incredible hulk, the amazing spiderman, and the xmen, it began as a brand for martin goodman of timely publications and then atlas comics. Kenner is probably most popular for their line of action figures devoted to the star wars franchise but they also produced one of the most recognized action figure lines for superheroloving children of the 1980s. Comic book inspired movies, of course, have become a vibrant part of the pop culture landscape over the past few decades beginning with the big screen adaptations of superman in 1978, and batman in 1989. Superheroes in comic books through history retro planet. The 100 most influential pages in comic book history. Comic book geeks get dream docuseries from history channel in.
The cable network will air the twopart special superheroes decoded on april 30. From the avuncular chipmunk, julius schwartz, to todd mcfarlane and his bloody spawn, the writers, artists, and editors have cast the heroes for generations of american kids in the mold of their own. Comic book superheroes unmasked history channel woc 2003 06 23. The history channel has the docuseries comic book fans have been waiting for, whether they know it or not. A twonight documentary about the history of superheroes in comic books, the movies, and on television, superheroes decoded does a good job of summarizing how we arrived at our current state. Golden age comic book podcast golden age comic superheroes. Comic book superheroes unmasked part 1 of 9 youtube. Its second was opened on lexington avenue in 2004, and is known as the grand central store for its proximity to grand central terminal. History orders comic book special superheroes decoded. It didnt take long for marvels superhero mashup avengers. The show will track the history of comic books and superheroes through the decades. History has given a greenlight to more than 100 hours of original, premium documentary limited series and specials to premiere in 2017, including. History is tapping some big names from marvel and dc to uncover the hidden origin stories of comics biggest heroes. The network will air superheroes decoded, a twopart documentary on.
The first night, which aired sunday on history channel, is titled american legends and is dominated by dc comics and the first appearances of. Gerard jones and will jacobs have written a wonderful history of comic book heroes from the silver age late 50s to the present mid90s. Oct 18, 2012 itself a work of history, jules feiffers 1965 essay was arguably the first attempt to create a critical history of the golden age of comic book superheroes, with the writer looking at the impact. Comic book superheroes unmasked history channel aired. See more ideas about comics, superhero and superhero poster. This was before stan lee started having cameos in every marvel film, before joe. Scheduled to air on april 30 and may 1, the morgan spurlockproduced project will connect the rise of. Comic book superheroes unmasked part 7 of 9 duration.
Itself a work of history, jules feiffers 1965 essay was arguably the first attempt to create a critical history of the golden age of comic book superheroes, with the writer looking at the impact. Filled with classic images from dc and marvel comics as well as extensive. The history channel released a clip from their new twopart comic book documentary series, superheroes decoded, that features george r. May 02, 2017 the history channel released a clip from their new twopart comic book documentary series, superheroes decoded, that features george r. A history by gambit1024 april 25, 2012 23 comments the most recognizable comics characters in the world. Comic book confidential this documentary produced by m etrogoldwynmayer features the whole picture of the comicbook phenomenon in the united states as of 1988. History prepping doc series on comic book industry, superheroes decoded. This one thor comic reveals jack kirbys hidden genius marvel history nerdsync duration. May 01, 2017 rebels makes marvel comics the primary source of innovation in comicbook history, starting with titles such as the fantastic four, the amazing spiderman, and the xmen in the 1960s. It is an important book in providing the background details of the industry and also in its portraits of the creators of the various comic books. Dec 11, 20 comic book confidential this documentary produced by m etrogoldwynmayer features the whole picture of the comic book phenomenon in the united states as of 1988. Besides being a good documentary on comic book superheroes, this also serves as a glimpse into what the history channel was like in the. May 01, 20 comic book superheroes unmasked is a history channel documentary which tells the past of superhero comics. Comic book fans get dream docuseries from history channel.
Comic book movies are all the rage these days, obviously and between the upcoming ant man film, the wonder woman revival, and the plethora of superheroes showing up in. The history channel is giving us a revealing peek under the cape with. The second edition of the golden age comic book podcast is live on the cbsi tales from the flipside youtube channel. Kodi archive and support file vintage software community. The history channel comic book superheroes unmasked. The first foray into superheroes to come from under the marvel banner was revolutionary. Comic book superheroes from the 1930s are back quick, to the bat cave. Apr 19, 2017 the history channel will air a twopart documentary on superheroes titled superheroes decoded. The three eras of the modern comic book movie the artifice. This dvd from the history channel shows how how the superhero evolved from a. Comic bookinspired movies, of course, have become a vibrant part of the pop culture landscape over the past few decades beginning with the big screen adaptations of superman in 1978, and batman in 1989. Included are film clips, vintage comic artwork and interviews with creators, experts.
Using modern film clips, vintage comic artwork, historical archival material, and. Thor serves as the link between the ancient mythologies throughout human history that created supernatural beings to worship and current comic book superheroes. Vintage voyage golden age superhero comics cbsi comics. The history channel will air a twopart documentary on superheroes titled superheroes decoded. History airs new doc series on comic book industry, superheroes. He served as creative consultant for the history channels twohour documentary comicbook superheroesunmasked. Platinum 18971937, golden 193855, silver 195669, bronze 197079, and modern 1980present. A must see for any comic book lover, er for any lover of american and indeed world history for that matter.
Martin is a huge fan of marvel comics, and he talks about his love, as well as shares a letter he had published in an issue of fantastic four back in the day. Comic book superheroes and american society, 1938 to the present. He was a highly distinguished psychologist who thought comic books were bad for kids, and his efforts to have them censored had a horrible and lasting impact that still affect comic books to this day. Uncovers how the rise of the superhero parallels americas rise as a superpower in the 20th century, evolving through the decades into a uniquely american mythology that has captured audiences across the globe. Comic book superheroes unmasked is a history channel documentary which tells the past of superhero comics. Comic book superheroes from the 1930s are back quick, to.
With rare access to top creators at both dc and marvel, superheroes decoded uncovers how the rise of the superhero parallels americas rise as a superpower in the 20th century, evolving. How american history created the american superhero. Tracing the evolution of comic books by looking at the pictures, panels, and text that brought them to. This dvd from the history channel shows how how the superhero evolved from a twodimensional character intended for kids reading the funny papers to character with real depth and problems, showing both resilience and relevance in the modern world. As a form of popular literature, superhero narratives have closely mirrored trends and events in the nation. Apr 06, 2020 golden age comic book podcast golden age comic superheroes. This week z, mike, peter and ben talk about the differences within the wwii cover genre as well as some matt bakers work. Fredric werthham was the scariest thing to ever happen to comic books. The origins of the medium, the evolution of superheroes and all the other genres as they born in different eras. Wonder woman action figures info, gallery, buying guide, history. He has sold over 2 million comic books, as a writer and artist for marvel, dc aquaman, green lantern, image megahurtz, idw transformers, boom power rangers and dynamite. Trace the humble roots of comic book history, from obscure characters to vintage art to longlost stories about creators and publishers. Comics are no longer for just kids anymore and this video. Comic book geeks get dream docuseries from history channel.
Rarity, title, issue, and condition determine value, although often one of those variables is far more important than the others. Scheduled to air on april 30 and may 1, the morgan spurlockproduced project. This week z, mike and ben talk superhero comics from the 40s and 50s, investing tips, market history and other golden age topics. Midtown comics is a new york city comic book retailer with three shops in manhattan and an ecommerce website.
Inside the epic, 50year battle between marvel and dc. The comic book heroes begins with that first issue of the flash, an event that would alter american pop culture forever. Unlike all the heroes before, the ff bickered, argued, got tangled. Also from the hallowed halls of dramatic voices is keith david who in my opinion is in the pantheon along with james earl jones and john facenda. Kenner is probably most popular for their line of action figures devoted to the star wars franchise but they also produced one of the most recognized action figure lines for. As manhattan is the location of the big two of the american comic book publishing industry, marvel comics and dc comics, and the setting for much of the formers stories, midtown comics times square and its staff have been utilized for local news reporting relating to comic books and. Comic book superheroes unmasked history channel woc 2003 06. Its the story both of the superheroes and their alltoohuman creators. It details the important historical points of comics, such as the creation of the very first superhero, superman, and how it was almost never published, how comics almost died when the seduction of the innocent proclaimed that comics were destroying the minds of kids, and how comics dealt. In the less than eight decades since supermans debut in 1938, comic book superheroes have become an indispensable part of american society and the nations dominant mythology. Pictures the history channel has the docuseries comic book fans have been waiting for, whether they know it or not.