Superheroes and comic books are an essential part of the development of pop culture. They are not just stories or characters meant to be passively read, but an art form that is highly appreciated by a large and devoted following. Iconic superheroes like Batman, Superman and The Incredible Hulk are just a few examples of comic book characters that have gone on to inspire hundreds of other writers, artists and filmmakers to tell their story through other mediums.
The binary opposition that lies at the core of these celebrated stories is one that inspires the storytelling world and real life: heroes vs. villains; good vs. evil. The relationship between these two forces is a formula that that has gone on to define many other cultural stories. Whether you are a comic book fan or not, the characters and stories that have emerged from the comic book world are ones you are surely acquainted with on account of the never-ending use of them in various forms of pop culture.
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Obese Batman Icons
Artist Franceso de Molfetta's 'New Idols' Series
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Biking Superheroes
Line Draw Depicts Iconic Comic-Book Characters on Two-Wheelers
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Gender-Switched Superheroes
ComicsAlliance's Feminized Collection of Male Comic Book Characters
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Suggestively Silly Superheroes
Bobby Rubio Draws Hilarious Renditions of Comic Book Heroes
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Comical Comic Innuendos
'Comically Vintage' Pokes Fun at an Old Pasttime
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Overweight Superhero Illustrations
'Fat Superheroes' Shows Superheroes After Super Eating Binges
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Pop Icon Superhero Fusions
These Jeff Owens Illustrations Mash-Up Celebs with Comics
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Fashionista Superheroes
Photographer Craig McDean Explores the Exciting World of Fashion
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Superhero Simpsons
"Springfield Punx" by Dean T. Fraser
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Senior Superheroes
Aging Comics by Donald Soffritti
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Superhero Fashion Advice
'What Not to Wear: Superheroes & Villains' is an Insightful Critique
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Featureless Superheroes
Michael Myers Creates Vintage-Style DC Character Posters
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Comic Book Rappers
Eminem Meets The Punisher in Marvel Comics Thriller
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Muppet Heroes
These Evan Cheng Cartoons Combine Sesame Street Characters & Superheroes
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Abstract Comic Characters
Picasso Superheroes Collection Takes an Artistic Look at Classic Comics
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Colorful Comedic Characters
South Korean Artist Sakiroo Choi Produces Hilarious Artwork
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Superhero Sport Illustrations
Artist Maris Wicks Makes Athletes Out of Cartoon Heroes
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Laundromat Superheroes
Paris Hilton Tells Tatler Her Shopping Will Save the Economy
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Funny Reimagined Comic Covers
Artist Kerry Callen Puts His Spin On Iconic Comic Book Covers
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Comic-Anime Mashups
Marvel and Madhouse Collaborate to Recreate Iron Man and Wolverine
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Techy Superhero Parodies
Agent X Heroic Computer Problems Comic Shows the Superpower Dilemma
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Vacationing Superheroes
Max Kostenko Plastic Window Illustrations Show Heroes on Their Days Off
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NHL Superheroes
The Guardian Project With Stan Lee Turns Pro Hockey Players Into Do-Gooders
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Humdrum Super Heroes
Pierre-Elie de Pibrac Captures Everyday Vigilantes
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Gagafied Mutant Parodies
The Warp Zone Performs an X-Men Version of "Born This Way"
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Unlikey Comic Covers
'Great Comics That Never Happened' Dreams Up Hilarious Heroes and Villains
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Recreated Cartoon Characters
Matt Kaufenberg Draws Superheroes in His Own Way
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Domesticated Superheroes
Gregg Segal's Super Photography
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Political Comic Book Cameos
Barack Obama Stars on January's Spider-Man Cover
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Sleeping Superhero Ads
Stroy Master Soundproof Windows Will Prevent Any Noisy Disruptions
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Heroic Hipster Cartoons
The Hipster Superheroes Cartoon Brings Ironic Illustrations to Life
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Real Women as Superheroes
"Female Force" Comics Feature Sarah Palin and Hillary Clinton
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Celeb Comic Book Covers
The Old Red Jalopy Comedy Heroes Series Depicts Comedians as Heroic Beings
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Curvaceous Politician Comics
The Sarah Palin Steampunk Comic Book is Glorious
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Jurrasic Superheroes
David Resto Recreates Dinosaurs as Marvel Characters
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Sitcom Comic Books
Stephen Edmond's Sitcomics Breathe New Life into Classic Shows
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Kid-Friendly Heroes
Artist Seven Hundred Draws 'Mr. Men Superheroes' That Anyone Can Appreciate
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Crucifix Superheroes
The Munkapeni 'Personal Jesus' Sculptures Turn the Lord into Batman
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Cartoon Album Cover Covers
Cliff Chiang Exchanges Movie and Music Icons With Superheroes
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Presidential Superheroes
Musical-Style Jib Jab Video Shows Barack Obama Saving the World
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Fiery Superhero Rebranding
At Comic-Con 2010, Marvel Comics Announces the 'Red Hulk'
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Superhero Legal Advice Blogs
'Law and the Multiverse' Highlights Superhero Legal Issues
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King of Rock Comics
Elvis Comics Bring Blue Suede Shoes Back on the Anniversary of His Death
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Villain-Esque Tonal Slip-On Shoes
Nike's Clogposite Shoes Get a Green Goblin Colorway
Zodiac-Associated Animated Characters
Sanrio Characters are Paired Together with Astrology Signs
Villain-Inspired Collaborative Streetwear
Marvel and KITH Join Forces Again on a Honorary Capsule
Anti-Hero Shoe Collections
adidas Partners with Marvel to Release a Deadpool and Wolverine Line
Celebrity-Fronted Mobile Game Commercials
Supercell Debuts Squad Busters with an Exciting Campaign
Superhero-Themed Glamorous Shoes
Marvel and Christian Louboutin Join Forces on a Shoe Capsule
Celebrity-Fronted High-Fashion Campaigns
Versace's 2024 Icons Campaign Embodies the Brand's Ethos
Collectible Cosplay Condiments
Heinz Styled Ketchup and Mustard to Look Like Deadpool & Wolverine
Cartoon-Branded Snack Products
Hippeas and Minions Joined Forces to Celebrate Despicable Me 4
Doll-Inspired Sneakers
The Superga x Barbie Collab Shares Fun, Nostalgic Styles
Comic Book Hero Collectibles
Mattel Celebrates Iconic Comic Book Heroes with a New Line-Up
Animated GenAI Books
Hypnovels Rendered Moby Dick into a Dynamic Format for Readers Everywhere
Gaming Archetype Personality Quizzes
The New York Times Games Presents a Puzzle Personality Quiz
Buildable 3D Superhero Displays
The Gotham City Skyline Set Recreates an Iconic City in LEGO
Culturally Inspired Streetwear Collaborations
Goodfight Joins Vans for a Vault by Vans Collection
Thematic Super-Villain-Inspired Makeup Campaigns
NYX Launches the 'Who Stole Halloween?' Campaign
Superhero-Inspired Vibrant Footwear
Nike Delivers the Air Jordan 1 in a Next Chapter Colorway
Vampire Slayer Makeup Collections
Vampyre Cosmetics’ Buffy the Vampire Collab is Uniquely Eerie
Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Socks
New 'Star Wars-Inspired' Sock Collection is Designed by a DJ
Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters
LEGO Presents a Range of Playful Horror Posters for the Season
Legendary Boxer Pen Collections
Montblanc's Great Characters Collector Line Celebrate Muhammad Ali
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Dark Superhero Apparel
The Batman x Blvck Collection Reimagines DC Characters
Superhero-Themed Puzzled Advent Calendars
LEGO Unveils a Festive Avengers Advent Calendar
Hyper-Detailed Superhero Toys
Hot Toys The Flash Batman and Batcycle Arrive Next Year
Playful Graphic Streetwear Collections
DIVINITIES and BoTT Return with a New Stylish Drop
Stealthy Hero-Inspired Clogs
The New Batmobile Crocs has a Dynamic Silhouette
Comic Strip Milk Bottles
Seki Milk Created Artful Bottle Designs to Encourage Dairy Consumption
Dual-Branded Cartoon Capsules
thisisneverthat Unveils a Minion-Inspired Streetwear Capsule
Destigmatizing Period Comical Kits
ModiBodi and Justyna Green Relaunch the First Period Kit
Spooky Cartoon Sneakers
The Simpsons x adidas Rivalry 86 Low 'Treehouse of Horror' Shoe is Playful
Villainess-Inspired High Tops
Converse Just Released Converse Chuck 70 High Tops in 'Poppy Pink'
Bat-Inspired Luxury Hypercar Events
Automobili Pininfarina Taps Bruce Wayne for Inspiration
Villain-Themed Shoe Capsules
KITH for ASICS 'Super Villains' Collection Honors the Marvel Universe
Snack-Themed Textbooks
FUNdamental Textbooks by Heinz Make Learning More Playful
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Competitive Fighting Game Updates
Warner Bros. is Adding New Characters and Modes to MultiVersus
Horror-Inspired Holiday Capsules
HUGO x Tim Burton Debut The Nightmare Before Christmas Merch
Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences
The Warner Bros Icons of Horror Sees Iconic Wax Figures
Literature-Inspired Packaging Designs
Bennet's Good to Read Packs are Informative
Animation-Inspired Collaborative Streetwear
Highsnobiety Presents a Special Pixar Collection
Interactive Play Experiences
LEGO's Superpower Academy Connects Families with the Power of Play
Kids' Money Management Books
'The Adventures of Ca$hman & Supersaver' Promotes Financial Awareness
Pop Art Creative Collections
The KAWS + Warhol UT Collection Caters to Art Lovers
Reimagined Beloved Character Comics
Marvel and Disney Imagine Mickey Mouse and Friends as Heroes
Spooky Cartoon Beauty Capsules
Mad Beauty Unveils a Beetlejuice-Inspired Collection
Building Block Superhero Sets
The LEGO Batman Returns Batcave Shadowbox is Detailed
Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands
LEGO Presents the Star Lord Helmet as a Pen Stand
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
Artist-Inspired Dynamic Basketballs
round21 Designs Basketballs Inspired by Basquiat and Haring
Imitation Book Accessories
Novel Bookwallets Mimics Novels and Film Books for Small Leather Goods
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
Comic-Themed QSR Burgers
The Burger King Spider-Verse Whopper is Arriving Soon
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Crystal Superhero Figures Collections
Swarovski Releases Its New Marvel Superhero Collection
Vibrant Artist Pop-Up Books
Poposition Press Brings Life to the Keith Haring Pop-Up Book
Superhero-Inspired Protein Powders
GNC Pro Performance 100% Whey Protein Has a New Marvel Theme
Sleek Superhero Sports Cars
The Pininfarina B95 Gotham Will Be at Monterey Car Week
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Character Graphic Collaborative Apparel
UNIQLO Presents an Adorable Hello Kitty Capsule
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Avant-Garde Coffee Table Books
New Society Hosts 'Decentralization, Please Save Culture' Event
Chic Modern Fashion Collections
Hugo X Les Benjamins Blends Eastern and Western Fashion
Pop Culture Bars
Basic is Building a Sports Bar for Pop Culture Fans
Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion
Av Vattev Designs the superculture Collection for FW24
Comic Series-Inspired Joint Sneakers
Marvel Taps KITH and ASICS on a New Sneaker Capsule
Superhero-Themed AR Sodas Cans
Coca-Cola's Marvel Universe Packaging Boasts Immersive Features
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Trading Card Collector Camps
eBay's Collectors Camp Provides Insights, Tools & Strategy
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Streaming Service Installations
Hulu Returns to Comic-Con San Diego with its Animayhem Activation
Superhero-Inspired Eyewear
Pair Eyewear & Marvel Entertainment Collaborate Again on a New Capsule
Cartoon-Inspired Lifestyle Collections
BoxLunch Launches an Avatar-Inspired Lifestyle Capsule
Paranormal Cartoon Apparel
JOURNAL STANDARD and Ghostbusters Release a Vintage Apparel Capsule
Café Collaborative Skate Footwear
Vans and PaperGirl Announce Their New Collaboration
Super Hero-Inspired Mobile Games
Monopoly Go and Marvel Collaborate to Make Film Favorites Mobile
Superhero-Themed Hypercar Capsules
Pininfarina Unveils a New Batman-Inspired Hypercar Collection
Pop Art Skateboard Capsules
THE SKATEROOM Unveils a Collection Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein
Album-Inspired Clothing Capsules
Pacsun x Paris Hilton Present the Infinite Icon Collection
Superhero-Inspired Sneaker Designs
BAIT Redesigns PUMA’s RS-X in Celebration of The Flash
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Life Lesson Animated Cartoons
Gary Vaynerchuk Launches the VeeFriends Cartoon Series
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
Anime-Inspired Graphic Garments
UNIQLO UT Launches the 'History of Dragon Ball' Collection
Sinister Comic Series Masks
Marvel and Hasbro Release the Green Goblin Helmet
Offline Newspaper Publications
County Highway Revives Print Culture
Superhero-Branded Cereals
Wheaties x Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Cereal is Arriving Exclusively Online
Superhero Home-Inspired Puzzles
LEGO Presents its Batcave Set with 3,981 Pieces in Total
Champion Tax Ads
H&R Block's Ads Claim All Users are Tax Champions
Income-Centric Animated Comedies
Universal Basic Guys Follows Two Characters Earning 3k Monthly
Cartoon Trivia Games
Cartoon Quiz Asks Trivia About Beloved Animated Characters
Cult Movies-Inspired Graphic Streetwear
Place+Faces Presents the Film Club Collection
Pop Culture-Inspired LEGO Sets
The LEGO Marvel Captain America Shield Set is an Impressive Replica
Villainous Comic Character Makeup
The Revolution Beauty x DC Super-Villains Collection is Playful
Comic-Backed Esports Apparel
G2 Esports Confirms a DC Comics Deal for its CS:GO and LoL Teams
Global Storytelling Initatives
Vans Announces its Narrative-Centric Always Pushing Campaign
Humorous Slogan Graphic T-Shirts
Navinder Nangla Joins Converse on the City Tees Initative
Healthy Superhero-Themed Snacks
Too Yumm! Teams Up with Marvel to Launch a Range of Healthy Snacks
3D Superhero Block-Puzzle Sets
LEGO Unveils the New Decorative Amazing Spider-Man Set
Superhero-Guided Workout Apps
This App Uses 'Marvel' Comic Storylines to Enhance Your Workouts
Comedy Show Character Figurines
Funko Pop! Introduces New Brooklyn Nine-Nine Figurines
Anime-Inspired Esports Merchandise
Team BDS Announces a New My Hero Academia Partnership
Miniature Japanese Superhero Figurines
Funko's Ultraman Figure Brings a Touch of Nostalgia
Superhero Action Game Sequels
Peter Parker and Miles Morales Star in the Spider-Man 2 Game
Skateboarding-Inspired Ads
Vans Launched the ‘Always Pushing’ Ad Highlighting Skating Culture
Mobile-First Comics
DC GO! Launches Exclusively on the DC Universe Infinite App
Re-Invented Comic Book Collections
Veve Comics Offers a New Way to read and Collect Comic Books
Mascot-Honoring Collaborative Capsules
Lee and Be@rbrick Joins Forces to Highlight Buddy Lee
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Irish Folklore-Inspired Fashion
UNDERCOVER Presents its New Collection for the SS24 Season
Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Custom Eyewear
Pair Eyewear and Lucasfilm Join Forces on Custom Frames
AI-Powered Actor Reading Programs
ElevenLabs Iconic Voices Brings Hollywood Stars Back to Life
Lively Literary Character Apps
Hello Literature Connects Readers to Classic Books with AI
Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons
Vans Taps Guest Designers on the Harajuku Punk Design Series
Cooling Superhero Candy Products
The CandyRific Marvel’s Avengers 12-Count Assorted Tray is Novel
Vibrant Celebrity Icon Collections
The 'Bedsure x Iconic Collection' Pays Homage to Marilyn Monroe
Futuristic Lighting Action Games
Marvel 1943 will Feature Nanite and Lumen Technologies
Superhero Headquarter Puzzle Sets
LEGO Group Transforms the X-Mansion into an Intricate LEGO Set
Fandom-Exploring Sports Partnerships
NFL and Mitchell & Ness Collaborate to Spotlight Fan Stories
Superhero-Inspired PC Games
Sony Announced the PC Launch of the Spider-Man 2 Game
Personalized Comic Book Creation
DreamCanvas Creates Comic Adventures Starring Your Loved Ones
Comic-Themed RPG Games
Jam City's New Game is Inspired by the Characters of the DC Universe
Adventure-Inspired Editorials
HBX Has Debuted a New Lookbook with Items from Well-Known Brands
Collaboration Superhero Comics
Bazooka Bubble Gum and DC Comics Partnered for Comic Strips
Retro Fighting Game Collections
Capcom is Releasing an Arcade Classics Bundle on Modern Platforms
Festive Sweater Vests
Numskull Launched Novelty Fandom-Specific Sweater Vests
Brand Identity Generators
The Branding Archetypes Generator Helps You Refine Your Brand
Bold Personality-Packed Beers
White Castle & Evil Genius Beer Company Made 'Main Character Energy'
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Adult Animated Series
Sooper Doods Brings the Magic of Adventure Time to Adult Comedy
Daily Inspirational Quotes
Models of Life Offers Real, Inspirational Quotes and Narratives
Graphic Novel-Inspired Animations
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Unveils a Teaser for its Upcoming Series
Crossover Action Adventure Series
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Naruto Join Forces
Superhero Dramatic Game Trailers
The Spider-Man 2 Game by Marvel Releases More Teasers
Superhero-Themed Retail Toys
McFarlane Toys Launches Three New Target Exclusive Figures
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Multi-Hero Figurine Packs
Hasbro Announces Pre-Orders for the Marvel Legends S.H.I.E.L.D. 3-Pack