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.
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TV series
Superpowered: The DC Story
2023TV-141 season7.4 / 10
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.
Availability
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Superpowered: The DC Story premiered July 20, 2023. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
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.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Coming of Age
Looking to transform comics into an adult art form, DC introduces its first Black superhero, Vertigo Comics, and a risky new Superman movie.
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Episode 3
A Better Tomorrow
Diverse creators forge their own path to give voice to marginalized stories, promising a more representative future in DC’s ever-expanding universe.
Where to watch Superpowered: The DC StoryEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
Available now in United States
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More about Superpowered: The DC Story
Cast
Rosario DawsonNarrator (voice)
Greg BerlantiSelfMike CarlinSelf
Mike CecchiniSelf
J. M. DeMatteisSelf
Gal GadotSelf
James GunnSelfJenny Blake IsabellaSelf
Credits
- Created by
- Rebecca Ratliff Cameron
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 3
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Max
Warner Horizon Unscripted TelevisionUnited States
Berlanti ProductionsUnited States
Iwerks & Co.United States
Themes
comic book industryminiseries