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

'Fantastic 4' Deleted Scene Highlights A Woefully Underused Character

By Dais Johnston

The script originally went much deeper than the final cut.

News

Sofia Gigante Won’t Be In 'The Batman Part II,' But There’s Still Hope For Her

By Dais Johnston

The fan favorite character will remain on TV for now.

Review

'Gen V' Season 2 Is Losing What Made It Special

By Dais Johnston

The sophomore season of 'The Boys' college spinoff is starting to suffer the problems of its origin.

Doomsday

We Finally Have Our First Look At The MCU’s Doom

By Dais Johnston

The future of Marvel lies in a light show.

Spoilers

Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 4 Hints At An Explosive Fan Theory

By Dais Johnston

The grass isn’t always greener. Sometimes, the grass is eviler.

DC

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About 'Clayface'

By Dais Johnston

He’s a malleable character.

DC

'Peacemaker' Season 2 Is Setting Up A Surprising Superman Crossover

By Dais Johnston

The future is in Eagly’s talons.

DC

Is Peacemaker's Alternate World All That It’s Cracked Up To Be?

By Dais Johnston

There’s something slightly off about this new world.

TV

The DCU Just Brought Back A Character In The Weirdest Way Possible

By Dais Johnston

From lynchpin to cog.

Trailers

'Marvel Zombies' Is Coming Way Sooner Than You Think

By Lyvie Scott

It’s time to suit up.

Inverse Recommends

'Thunderbolts' Surprisingly Emotional Story Is Finally Streaming

By Dais Johnston

Time to heal.

Exclusive

'The Toxic Avenger' Keeps The Gore But Adds More Heart

By Dais Johnston

Writer and director Macon Blair turns Troma’s creature feature into a shocking but touching satire.

News

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Is Bringing Back One Of Marvel’s Secret Weapons

By Dais Johnston

Stunting on the competition.

Retrospective

The Worst Marvel Mutant Movie Doesn’t Deserve Its Dire Reputation

By Josh Bell

These mutants won’t be joining the MCU anytime soon.

DC

'Peacemaker’s' Secret Weapon Was Almost Completely Different

By Lyvie Scott

Before Freddie Stroma, Vigilante was played by a totally different actor.

MCU

The X-Men Reboot Just Got An Encouraging Update

By Lyvie Scott

“Now I feel like we get how to do this a little bit better.”

Sci-Fi, Superheroes, and Smart Takes
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