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

News

Disney Just Dealt A Devastating Blow To Physical Media

By Dais Johnston

Owning your favorite Disney works may get more complicated.

Theory

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Might Have Just Spoiled A Huge Cameo

By Chrishaun Baker

Peter Parker might need help from a certain attorney-at-law. Or vice versa.

Spoilers

'The Boys' Season 5 Just Established A Disappointing 'Gen V' Crossover

By Dais Johnston

Is the spinoff now just a vehicle for daddy issues?

The Inverse Interview

How 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 2 Built The New, Improved Bullseye

By Lyvie Scott

Wilson Bethel breaks down his anti-hero’s new lease on life.

DCU

Could The DCU Have Found Its New Wonder Woman?

By Lyvie Scott

Man of Tomorrow just found its final piece — and there’s no way it’s not the Princess of Themyscira.

Movies

New 'Beyond The Spider-Verse' Images Hint At A Huge Time-Travel Twist

By Dais Johnston

Does “Beyond the Spider-Verse” also mean “Beyond the Space Time Continuum”?

Spoilers

How 'The Boys’ Shocking Death Reveals Season 5’s Endgame

By Dais Johnston

You must take the A-Train.

Trailers

'The Punisher: One Last Kill' Trailer Teases A Major Change For The Character

By Chrishaun Baker

Could Frank Castle finally give in to his dark calling?

Phantom Zone

Why 'Man Of Tomorrow' Should Reboot This Underrated Superman Baddie

By Ryan Britt

Lots of talk about Maxima, but what about Ursa?

Born Again

The Kingpin's Right-Hand Man Is Shockingly Different In 'Daredevil' Comics

By Chrishaun Baker

While he doesn't quite resemble himself from the comics, Buck Cashman has still proven to be one of Born Again's most intriguing additions.

Born Again

The Future Of 'Daredevil: Born Again' Could Rely On Vanessa Fisk's Fate

By Chrishaun Baker

As Vanessa's life hangs in the balance, the events of the last episode could set up a dangerous chain-reaction for Matt Murdock.

MCU

Is 'Spider-Man 4' Repeating A Troubling Marvel Habit?

By Lyvie Scott

Let them cook.

Entertainment

'The Batman Part 2' Might Give Us A Shocking Version Of Two-Face

By Chrishaun Baker

If we do get Two-Face, it might be one unlike any of the previous cinematic incarnations.

Cheatsheet

Everything You Need To Know To Watch 'The Boys’ Final Season

By Dais Johnston

It’s all built to this.

MCU

Marvel’s X-Men Reboot Could Finally Break The Mutant Curse

By Lyvie Scott

The new X-Men movie has new writers — and an eye on the future.

Daredevil: Born Again

'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 3 Will Bring Back Some Familiar Faces

By Chrishaun Baker

Matt Murdock is finally being reunited with some old acquaintances.