
Episode 1
The Hero's Journey
The origin of the DC Universe begins with the birth of a superhero trinity of characters: Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman.

TV series
Forging a legacy one hero at a time.
This docuseries takes an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as well as the iconic comic book company’s origins, its evolution and its nearly nine-decade cultural impact across every artistic medium.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
This docuseries takes an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as well as the iconic comic book company’s origins, its evolution and its nearly nine-decade cultural impact across every artistic medium.
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Episode 1
The origin of the DC Universe begins with the birth of a superhero trinity of characters: Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman.

Episode 2
Looking to transform comics into an adult art form, DC introduces its first Black superhero, Vertigo Comics, and a risky new Superman movie.

Episode 3
Diverse creators forge their own path to give voice to marginalized stories, promising a more representative future in DC’s ever-expanding universe.
Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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