These shows aren’t always flawless, and don’t always maintain a high quality throughout their entire run. However, they undeniably shaped the superhero genre and are still remembered for their impact. You can still see their influence today. This list showcases 7 superhero TV shows that truly revolutionized the genre.
What makes the Joker such a lasting and fascinating villain is the wealth of compelling stories told about him. These stories often explore different sides of his personality – sometimes he’s darkly humorous, other times genuinely frightening, and he frequently serves as a critique of society or our own perceptions. Here are seven of the best Joker comic book stories ever written, and surprisingly, “The Killing Joke” didn’t make the list.
Released in 2013 and directed by Joseph Kosinski (known later for Top Gun: Maverick), Oblivion wasn’t a critical favorite, but it did well in theaters. Tom Cruise stars as Jack Harper, a technician stationed on a desolate, war-torn Earth. He’s nearing the end of his assignment and is set to join other survivors at a new colony in just two weeks. But when he rescues a mysterious woman from a crashed ship, he begins to doubt everything he knows and uncovers the real story behind the war. Oblivion is leaving Netflix soon, at the end of the month.
All five Hunger Games movies became available on Peacock on January 14th and quickly became popular with viewers. Currently, the first four films hold four of the top ten spots on Peacock’s U.S. streaming chart. The Hunger Games is the highest-ranked, at number five, followed by Catching Fire and Mockingjay Part 1 at numbers six and seven, and Mockingjay Part 2 at number nine. The newest movie, The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, which tells the story of a young Coriolanus Snow and the tenth Hunger Games, is the only one not yet in the Top 10.
Wonder Woman faced a difficult challenge when Mouse Man, a former petty criminal, rose to power as the dictator of a small country. No one else would intervene, so Wonder Woman bravely went into enemy territory to stop him. The country’s citizens were living in fear under his oppressive rule, but Wonder Woman successfully overthrew him and freed the nation. However, with a larger war looming, Diana is now heading back to Themyscira, only to find new problems already brewing before she can even catch her breath.
Robert Kirkman and artist Cory Walker launched the first issue of the now-famous comic book series, Invincible, on January 22, 2003.
Characters who truly impact audiences, and help shift how we think, deserve fitting conclusions to their stories. Now, sixty years after its debut, Star Trek has subtly revealed the lasting legacy of Lieutenant Nyota Uhura, a beloved original character. Through a new story at Starfleet Academy, fans finally know how the iconic Communications Officer is remembered, and it’s a meaningful detail with a powerful impact.
I first jumped into Death Howl when it launched on Steam back in December 2025, and it quickly became a favorite. It’s still sitting pretty with a ‘Very Positive’ rating and an 82 on Metacritic, which is awesome. There are a lot of deckbuilders out there, but this one really stands out because it mixes in some seriously cool, challenging combat that reminds me of a Souls-like game. Now, the good news for console players: it’s finally coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch on February 19th! And if you’re an Xbox gamer, you’ll be happy to hear it’s hitting Game Pass too.
Oswald Loomis, also known as the Prankster, loves playing jokes even more than he loves money. This criminal is known for committing silly, prank-based crimes. While not as dangerous as many of Superman’s enemies, the Prankster has become a recurring villain. He hasn’t been seen in a while, but he’s back now, and he’s training a new Prankster who could be a much bigger threat.
I was listening to the Happy Sad Confused podcast, and they asked about my chances of working with James Gunn on the new DC Universe. I always like to play things close to the vest, because honestly, the idea of joining him on a DC project would be incredible. But, being real, I don’t think we’ve actually discussed anything specific yet. I definitely have some characters in mind that I think I could bring to life, and I get the feeling he might see potential there too, but there’s nothing concrete happening right now. I’m trying to be coy, but honestly, I don’t know which character it would be. I’d absolutely love to collaborate with James again, though!