DC Comics facts for kids
DC Comics's current logo, introduced with the launch of its DC Rebirth comic line in 2016
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| Parent company | DC Entertainment (Warner Bros.) (WarnerMedia) (AT&T) |
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| Status | Active |
| Founded | 1934 (as National Allied Publications) |
| Founder | Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Headquarters location | 2900 West Alameda Avenue, Burbank, California |
| Distribution | Penguin Random House Publisher Services, Diamond Comic Distributors |
| Publication types | List of publications |
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| Imprints | List of imprints |
DC Comics, Inc. is a very famous American comic book company. It started way back in 1934 as National Allied Publications. DC Comics is part of a bigger company called DC Entertainment, which is owned by Warner Bros. They are super well-known for creating awesome superhero comic books. Their biggest competitor is Marvel Comics. DC Comics has made a huge impact on the world of graphic design and storytelling.
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Discover DC Comics' Amazing Characters
Meet Your Favorite Superheroes
DC Comics is famous for creating some of the most iconic and beloved characters in the world. Here are just a few of their amazing heroes:
- Superman
- Batman
- Wonder Woman
- Green Lantern
- Flash
- Aquaman
- Black Canary
- White Canary
- Hawkman
- Hawkgirl
- Vixen
- Firestorm
- Vibe
- John Constantine
- Jonah Hex
- Atom
- Batwoman
- Supergirl
- Batgirl
- Robin
- Nightwing
- Green Arrow
- Martian Manhunter
- Cyborg
- Static
- Zatanna
- Raven
- Starfire
- Shazam!
Powerful Superhero Teams
Many of these characters live in a shared world called the DC Universe (DCU). They often team up to fight evil. Some of the most famous superhero teams include:
- Justice League
- Justice Society of America
- Legion of Super-Heroes
- Green Lantern Corps.
- Young Justice
- Teen Titans
Iconic Supervillains You Love to Hate
DC Comics also created some of the most memorable and exciting villains. These characters often challenge the heroes in thrilling ways:
- Joker
- Lex Luthor
- Harley Quinn
- Darkseid
- Hugo Strange
- General Zod
- Clayface
- Mister Mxyzptlk
- Man-Bat
- Bizarro
- Catwoman
- Mongul
- Doomsday
- Metallo
- Killer Croc
- Brainiac
- Killer Moth
- Mr. Freeze
- Bane
- Penguin
- Ares
- Riddler
- Ra's al Ghul
- Firefly
- Deathstroke
- Deadshot
- Poison Ivy
- Scarecrow
- Two-Face
- Cheetah
- Reverse-Flash
- Gorilla Grodd
- Killer Frost
- Captain Cold
- Heatwave
- Sinestro
- Black Adam
- Blackfire
Dangerous Supervillain Teams
Just like heroes, villains sometimes form teams to achieve their goals. Here are some of the well-known supervillain teams from the DC Universe:
- Injustice League
- Secret Society of Super-Villains
- Legion of Super-Villains
- Sinestro Corps.
- Suicide Squad
The History of DC Comics
How DC Comics Began
DC Comics started in 1934. It was founded by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson and was first called "National Allied Publications." Later, it combined with "Detective Comics Inc." and "All-American Publications." Even though its official name was "National Comics," people started calling it "DC" because of a very popular comic series called Detective Comics. This nickname stuck, and "DC Comics" became a famous brand, just like its rival, Marvel.
The company didn't officially change its name to DC Comics until 1977. Today, DC Comics has its main offices in Burbank, California.
The Golden Age of Comics
The early years of DC Comics, starting in the late 1930s, are known as the Golden Age. This was when many of the first superheroes appeared. Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman all debuted during this exciting time. These characters quickly became very popular and helped shape what superhero comics are today.
The Silver and Bronze Ages
After World War II, superhero comics became less popular for a while. DC Comics started publishing other types of stories like funny animals, romance, and science fiction. But in the mid-1950s, superheroes made a big comeback! In 1956, a new version of The Flash was introduced, leading to new versions of other heroes like Green Lantern. This period, known as the Silver Age, brought back many classic characters with fresh looks and stories.
Later, in the Bronze Age (from the 1970s to mid-1980s), comics started to explore more serious topics. DC Comics also faced new competition from Marvel Comics, which was creating more relatable and flawed heroes. DC responded by introducing younger teams like the Teen Titans.
The Modern Age and Big Changes
In 1985, DC Comics decided to simplify its many different storylines and parallel universes. They created a huge comic event called Crisis On Infinite Earths. This story brought all their different Earths into one unified universe. After this, famous creators like John Byrne and Frank Miller gave new life to Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman for a new generation of readers.
During this time, comics also started to appeal to older readers. Writers like Alan Moore and Neil Gaiman created complex and literary stories. Two very important comics, Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns and Alan Moore's Watchmen, came out in 1986. These comics were praised by critics and brought a lot of attention to the comic book world.
In 1993, DC Comics started a special imprint called Vertigo. This was for comics aimed at older readers, with more mature and thought-provoking stories. Vertigo became known for its intelligent and acclaimed comic books.
All Star DC Comics
In 2005, DC Comics launched a new line of comics called "All Star." The idea was to tell new, modern origin stories for their most famous characters. These stories were separate from the main DC Universe.
All Star Superman
One of the most famous "All Star" series was All-Star Superman, which started in 2006. It was written by Grant Morrison and drawn by Frank Quitely. This series was very popular and won several awards. Many people consider it one of the best Superman stories ever told.
The New 52 Relaunch
In 2011, DC Comics made a huge change. They decided to cancel all their ongoing comic series and start fresh with 52 brand-new titles. This big relaunch was called "The New 52." The goal was to make the characters younger and more exciting, hoping to attract new readers. The first comic of this relaunch was Justice League #1. The New 52 was very successful and even inspired Marvel Comics to do a similar relaunch later on.
Other Cool Stories
Besides their main superhero stories, DC Comics has also published other amazing comics. These include famous titles like Watchmen and V for Vendetta, which are known for their deep and complex stories. Many of these were published under their special imprint, Vertigo.
DC Comics in Movies and Games
DC Comics characters are so popular that they appear in many other forms of entertainment. You can find them in movies, cartoons, video games, and even as toys. These adaptations help bring the characters to life for even more fans around the world.
Images for kids
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Cover art of the first comic book by National Comics Publications, cover dated February 1935.
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2012–2016 logo
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See also
In Spanish: DC Comics para niños
