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

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.

Review

'The Boys' Finally Finds Purpose In Its Last Season

By Dais Johnston

Praise Homelander, they’re sticking the landing!

Daredevil: Born Again

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Departs From White Tiger's Comic Book Origin

By Chrishaun Baker

Angela del Toro's journey to becoming a hero is a little different on the page.

TV

'The Boys' Season 5 Trailer Finally Teases Its Long-Awaited Endgame

By Dais Johnston

Looks like a blast.

Trailers

'Supergirl' Trailer Confirms Devastating Comic Book Twist

By Dais Johnston

A beloved character is in danger.

Hell's Kitchen

The MCU Just Made 'Daredevil's Biggest Timeline Problem Even Worse

By Dais Johnston

In a New York minute, everything can change.

On Your Left

Chris Evans May Have Just Accidentally Spoiled The End Of 'Avengers: Doomsday'

By Dais Johnston

Apparently, at least one character isn’t doomed by Doomsday.