October 2022

The Superhero Issue

The Superhero Issue 2022

The Inverse Superhero Issue challenges the most dominant idea in our culture today. New articles October 17-21.

By Jake Kleinman

Inside the Issue

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How to kill a superhero

By Brian VanHooker

The writers behind some of the most iconic deaths in superhero history reveal their secrets.

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Black Panther 2 is wading into the messy history of Atlantis

By Eric Francisco
Culture

How a Canadian rock band predicted Superman’s death

The unexpected psychological effects of Marvel’s strangest superpower

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How one Chernobyl survivor is using “Superhero Therapy” to help Ukrainians today

By Olga Alexandru

Janina Scarlet on the powers and origin of Superhero Therapy.

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From The Rock to Black Adam: How wrestling laid the blueprint for superhero movies

By Abraham Josephine Riesman

The growth of superhero cinematic universes, where characters are more important than performers, is making actors more like WWE performers. Kayfabe included.

Go deeper

Movies

How To Watch The MCU Movies In Order

By Chrishaun Baker

With Thunderbolts and Fantastic Four: First Steps around the corner, what better time to start from the very beginning?

MCU

'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 2 Is Coming Sooner Than You Think

By Lyvie Scott

Everything in its right place.

Trailers

The New 'Fantastic Four' Trailer Teases The True Power Of Galactus

By Lyvie Scott

It’s the end of the world as they know it.

Thunderbolts, Assemble

Has Marvel Already Secretly Introduced the New Avengers?

By Ryan Britt

Maybe Earth's mightiest heroes aren't so mighty anymore.

MCU

'Daredevil: Born Again' Episode 9 Answers A Huge Mystery

By Lyvie Scott

We finally know how Fisk became the king(pin) of New York again.

The Inverse Interview

"She's Playing The Long Game." 'Daredevil's Best New Character Takes On Kingpin

By Lyvie Scott

Genneya Walton’s BB Urich speaks truth to power in the Marvel revival.

MCU

How 'Daredevil: Born Again' Post-Credits Scene Sets Up The Punisher Special

By Lyvie Scott

Frank Castle has a plan.

MCU

'Daredevil: Born Again’s Season Finale Might’ve Just Set Up A Defenders Crossover

By Lyvie Scott

Matt Murdock can’t stop the Kingpin alone.

MCU

Here's Everything You Need To Know About 'The Daredevil: Born Again' Season 1 Finale

By Lyvie Scott

Retribution is near.

MCU

'Daredevil: Born Again' Finally Reveals Who The Real Big Bad Is

By Dais Johnston

After seasons of standing by the sidelines, a Daredevil: Born Again character is stepping up their game.

MCU

'Born Again' Is Finally Redeeming 'Daredevil's Most Tragic Death

By Lyvie Scott

Ben Urich, you will be avenged.

The Inverse Interview

“You Can See Him Digging His Own Grave.” 'Daredevil: Born Again's Breakout Villain Breaks Down Episode 8's "Intoxicating" Conflict

By Lyvie Scott

Daredevil: Born Again’s Michael Gandolfini finds himself caught in the Kingpin’s web.

MCU

Why The Cast Of 'Daredevil: Born Again' Looks So Familiar

By Dais Johnston

Born Again and seen again.

News

Nia DaCosta’s Time on 'The Marvels' Confirms A Troubling Truth About Marvel Studios

By Dais Johnston

The Marvels wasn’t a marvel, but that’s not on the director.

TV

Here's Everything You Need To Know About 'Daredevil: Born Again' Episode 8

By Lyvie Scott

Welcome to the final stretch.

Codex

Everything You Need To Know About 'Fantastic Four: First Steps'

By Chrishaun Baker

Does Matt Shakman have what it takes to finally give Marvel's First Family a proper film?