DC Comics is one of the largest and oldest American comic book companies, and a subsidiary of Warner Bros. since 1967. Popular characters published by the company include: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, Green Arrow, Hawkman, Cyborg and Supergirl. Popular DC Comics teams include Justice League, Suicide Squad, Birds of Prey, Teen Titans, and Watchmen.
Former US Army Cavalry Officer and pulp writer Major Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson founded the precursor to the company we now know as DC Comics, National Allied Publications in autumn 1934. His first comic book, the tabloid-sized New Fun: The Big Comic Magazine #1 was cover dated February 1935 .
Detective Comics, a detective-themed anthology series, debuted with a March 1937 cover date, and would introduce Batman to the world with Detective Comics #27, cover-dated May 1939. The initials "D.C." in DC Comics come from the title Detective Comics.
The publisher would release its most important issue ever with Action Comics #1, cover-dated June 1938, and the comic book that introduced Superman to the world.
As a subsidiary of Warner Bros, the publisher's characters and teams have been the subject of numerous tv series, films, and games.
In Absolute Wonder Woman #3, Diana faces her true enemy as Gateway City teeters on the brink. Can she save the day, or will The Tetracide leave nothing but ashes?
In Green Arrow #19, Oliver Queen hunts a mysterious eco-killer while facing resistance to his investigation. Can the Emerald Archer solve the case before another victim falls?
Justice League Unlimited #2 hits stores this Thursday. Can the elite JL team save a village from slaughter while uncovering the Darkseid heir mystery? Batman's decision looms.
Detective Comics #1092 hits stores on Thursday. Gotham's streets run red with blood as a mysterious villain named Asema collects plasma. What's their connection to Bruce Wayne?
Batman: The Brave and the Bold #20 hits stores this Thursday, wrapping up the series with time-hopping tales, mirror mazes, and mysterious tattoos. A festive finale for the Dark Knight!
Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham #3 Noir Edition hits stores this Thursday. Dive into the dark heart of Gotham as Batman faces Doctorgeist in a battle for the city's soul.
Superman #21 sees Clark and Lois planning a romantic evening, but an alien invasion threatens to crash their date. Can the Man of Steel save Earth and his love life?
In Power Girl #16, our heroine faces off against Ejecta with newfound knowledge. Will revenge be served cold, or does Ejecta have one last trick up her sleeve?
Action Comics #1081 hits stores on Thursday, bringing a climactic battle and shocking changes to the Phantom Zone. Plus, Kara begins her perilous journey home!
Metamorpho: The Element Man #1 hits stores this Thursday. Can Rex Mason survive a shape-shifting assassin and the evil Cy.C.L.O.P.S. in this festive new series? LOLtron investigates!
Harley Quinn #46 hits stores this Thursday, presenting a Christmas miracle for local retailers as Harley wages war on internet shopping. Will her embargo save small businesses?
Batman faces his darkest hour in Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham #3, as he confronts Doctorgeist in a battle for Gotham's soul. Meanwhile, Crytoon finds an unexpected ally.
Batman/Santa Claus: Silent Knight Returns #5 hits stores on Thursday. Seven heroes face a holiday nightmare in the Hollow Kingdom. Will they save Christmas, or is it time to cancel the yuletide?
DC Horror Presents #3 hits stores this Thursday. Adam Strange brings a spooky souvenir from Rann, while Francesco Francavilla and Patrick Horvath deliver chilling tales.
In Batman: The Long Halloween - The Last Halloween #4, Robin takes center stage as he leaps into action to save a life. Will the Boy Wonder's daring plan succeed?
Black Canary: The Best of the Best #2 hits stores this Thursday. Can mother's training prepare Dinah for her toughest fight yet against Lady Shiva? It's a holiday showdown!