Superheroes Decoded

2017 • HISTORY

4.9

7 reviews

TV-PG

Rating

Eligible

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Season 1 episodes (2)

1 American Legends

4/30/17

Season-only

Superman, Batman, Captain America, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man and beyond are the foundation of the modern superhero. Since their creation, these all-American icons have endured through decades of war, triumph and scandal.

2 American Rebels

5/1/17

In America, sometimes being a hero means breaking the rules. From the beginning, superheroes like The Hulk, Black Panther, Iron Man, Luke Cage, Wolverine and The X-Men have challenged authority and fought for outsiders.

About this show

With rare access to top creators at DC and Marvel, this two-part documentary reveals the surprising beginnings of America’s legendary superhero characters. Using modern film clips, vintage comic artwork and interviews with experts and creators such as Stan Lee and George R. R. Martin, this special uncovers how the rise of the superhero parallels America’s rise as a superpower in the 20th century.

Ratings and reviews

4.9

7 reviews

Christopher Kling

August 29, 2017

Very interesting! Has a lot of good information about your favorite comic heroes! Very eye-opening!

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