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- 1Fictional CharacterThe Flash is a fictional superhero in the DC Comics universe. He is the second character known as the Flash. The character first appeared in Showcase #4, created by writer Robert Kanigher and penciler Carmine Infantino. His name combines talk show hosts Barry Gray and Steve Allen. His death in 1985 in Crisis on Infinite Earths removed the character from the regular DC lineup for 23 years. His return to regular comics occurred subsequently in 2008 within the pages of Grant Morrison's Final Crisis and Geoff Johns' The Flash: Rebirth limited series. In 2011, Allen played a key role of the crossover mini-series Flashpoint, which resulted in another reboot of the DC Comics continuity, known as "The New 52".
- 2Fictional CharacterWally West is a fictional superhero that appears in comic books published by DC Comics. He is the first Kid Flash and the third Flash. On May 6, 2011, IGN ranked Wally West #8 on their list of the "Top 100 Super Heroes of All Time", stating that "Wally West is one of the DCU’s greatest heroes, even if he doesn’t rank as the original Scarlet Speedster".
- 3TV ProgramJustice League is an American animated television series which ran from 2001 to 2004 on Cartoon Network. It is part of the DC animated universe. The show was produced by Warner Bros. Animation. It is based on the Justice League of America and associated comic book characters published by DC Comics. After the second season, the series was renamed Justice League Unlimited, and aired for an additional three seasons.
- 4Fictional CharacterJay Garrick is a fictional character in the DC Comics universe and is the first superhero to bear the name Flash.
- 5TV ProgramWhen a freak accident grants CSI Barry Allen superspeed, he uses the power to solve crimes.
- 6TV ProgramBatman, Superman, Wonder Woman and others join forces to battle crime.
- 7Fictional CharacterBartholomew Henry "Bart" Allen II is a superhero in the DC Comics Universe. Allen first appeared as the superhero Impulse, a teenage sidekick of the superhero the Flash, before later on becoming the second hero known as Kid Flash. The character first made a cameo appearance in The Flash #91 in 1994, while his first full appearance in issue #92, and appeared as the lead character in Impulse and The Flash: The Fastest Man Alive. In the latter series, the character became the fourth hero to assume the identity of The Flash. Bart also prominently features in the superhero team titles Young Justice and Teen Titans. As the Flash, Bart was also a core character in 10 issues of Justice League of America. As first conceived by writers, Bart was born in the 30th century to Meloni Thawne and Don Allen, and is part of a complex family tree of superheroes and supervillains. His father, Don, is one of the Tornado Twins and his paternal grandfather is Barry Allen, the second Flash. His paternal grandmother, Iris West Allen, is also the adoptive aunt of the first Kid Flash, Wally West. Additionally, Bart is the first cousin of XS, a Legionnaire and daughter of Dawn Allen.
- 8Film (2013)The Flash causes a temporal ripple that creates a fractured reality where the Justice league has never formed, Superman does not exist and a war rages between Wonder Woman and Aquaman. Flash teams with Batman and Cyborg to restore the timeline.
- 9TV ProgramThe Flash (1990) is a superhero television series based on the DC comic book character of the same name. Barry Allen (John Wesley Shipp), is a forensic scientist who gains superhuman speed after a freak accident. As The Flash, Barry uses his newfound powers to fight crime and battle against a variety of supervillains in Central City. The show incorporates themes of justice, the burden of heroism, and the struggle for balance between personal life and duty. Despite high production values and a faithful translation of the source material, the series was short-lived. It lasted only one season due to high costs and stiff competition in its timeslot.
- 10TV ProgramA good version of Lex Luthor from a parallel Earth comes to the Justice League's dimension for help to fight their evil counterparts.
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New 52
- 12TV ProgramThe lives of teenage heroes as members of a covert operation team: Young Justice.
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Justice League: War
Film (2014)Superman (Alan Tudyk), Wonder Woman (Michelle Monaghan), Batman (Jason O'Mara) and other superheroes join forces to save Earth from Darkseid. - 14Film (2012)Vandal Savage uses stolen information from Batman's secret files to mastermind a plan to exterminate the Justice League.
- Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes is a Lego action-adventure video game developed by Traveller's Tales, for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo 3DS, Wii U, Wii, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and iOS. The game is a standalone sequel to Lego Batman: The Videogame and the second Lego Batman video game. Numerous DC characters within the Batman continuity and outside it are playable characters. Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes also featured dialogue and an open world to explore, the first in the Traveller's Tales's Lego series to do so. The game was released in North America on 19 June 2012. The Mac OS X version of the game, published by Feral Interactive, was released on 6 September 2012. The Wii U version was released on 21 May 2013. A direct sequel titled Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham was released in November 2014.
- 16TV ProgramTeen Titans, an animated series that expertly weaves together action, humor, and drama, follows the adventures of five young superheroes as they learn to balance their crime-fighting responsibilities with their personal lives. Featuring Robin (Scott Menville), Starfire (Hynden Walch), Cyborg (Khary Payton), Raven (Tara Strong), and Beast Boy (Greg Cipes), this ensemble cast brings a dynamic energy to the screen. The show has been praised for its engaging storylines, vivid animation, and well-developed characters, earning it multiple award nominations, including an Emmy nod. Teen Titans cleverly explores themes of teamwork, friendship, and self-discovery without revealing too much, leaving viewers eager for more.
- 17Computer GameInjustice: Gods Among Us is a fighting video game based upon the fictional universe of DC Comics. The game was developed by NetherRealm Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 3, Wii U, and Xbox 360. It was released in April 2013 in North America, Europe, and Australia, and June 2013 in Japan. An iOS variation of the game was released on March 29th, 2013. The game was also ported to Android on November 21, 2013. On October 7, 2013 it was announced that the game would be re-released in the form of the Ultimate Edition on November 12, 2013 in North America and November 29 in Europe and other territories for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, as well as Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita. The Ultimate Edition includes all of the previously released DLC.
- 18Musical AlbumJustice League: The New Frontier is the soundtrack album of the 2008 film.
- 19TV ProgramBatman: The Brave and the Bold is an animated television series that debuted on November 14, 2008. It's a fresh and dynamic take on the Caped Crusader, diverging from the darker tone of previous iterations. The series pays homage to the Silver Age of Comic Books, with Batman teaming up with different heroes from the DC Universe in each episode to combat villains and solve crimes. Its bright, bold aesthetic and light-hearted approach offer a more family-friendly portrayal of Batman, emphasizing his role as a detective and a superhero. The show often delves into the absurd and whimsical, showcasing a diverse array of characters and storylines that embrace the fun and fantastical elements of the comic book genre.
- 20Video GameDC Universe Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game based upon the fictional universe of DC Comics. Developed by Daybreak Game Company's Austin studio and co-published by Sony Computer Entertainment and WB Games, the game was released in January 2011. Following its acquisition by Columbus Nova on February 2, 2015, Daybreak Game Company president John Smedley announced that the title could come to the Xbox One in the future.
- 21Fictional CharacterJesse Chambers is a fictional comic book character in the DC Comics Universe. Chambers, who first used the superhero name Jesse Quick and later Liberty Belle, is the daughter of Golden Age heroes Johnny Quick and Liberty Belle. She inherited both of her parents' powers.
- 22Comic Book Series"Infinite Crisis" is a 2005–2006 comic book storyline published by DC Comics, consisting of an eponymous, seven-issue comic book limited series written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Phil Jimenez, George Pérez, Ivan Reis, and Jerry Ordway, and a number of tie-in books. The main miniseries debuted in October 2005, and each issue was released with two variant covers: one by Pérez, and one by Jim Lee and Sandra Hope. The series storyline was a sequel to DC's 1985 limited series Crisis on Infinite Earths. It revisited characters and concepts from that earlier Crisis, including the existence of DC's Multiverse. Some of the characters featured were alternate versions of comic icons such as an alternate Superman named Kal-L, who came from a parallel universe called Earth-Two. A major theme was the nature of heroism, contrasting the often dark and conflicted modern-day heroes with memories of "lighter" and ostensibly more noble and collegial heroes of American comic books' earlier days. Infinite Crisis #1 was ranked first in the top 300 comics for October 2005 with pre-order sales of 249,265.
- 23TV ProgramIn the realm of classic animated television, one show stands out as a nostalgic tribute to the superhero genre. Super Friends, an iconic series that ran from the 1970s to the 1980s, brought together a team of DC Comics' most beloved heroes, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman. With its distinctive animation style and engaging storylines, the series garnered a dedicated fan base and earned a place in pop culture history. The show's memorable characters, such as Batman (voiced by Olan Soule) and Robin (Casey Kasem), tackled various challenges, often with the help of their trusty sidekicks. Notably recognized for its impact on the superhero genre, Super Friends remains a cherished piece of entertainment history.
- 24TV ProgramBruce Wayne, as a young adult, finds his way in Gotham as defender, protector and Caped Crusader.
- 25TV ProgramSuperman battles evil while trying to conceal his alter ego, Clark Kent.
- 26Film (2014)The Lego Movie is a whimsical adventure, seamlessly blending animation and comedy. The story follows an ordinary LEGO minifigure, Emmet (Chris Pratt), who is mistakenly identified as a prophesied 'Master Builder'. This unexpected hero joins a fellowship of strangers, including the spirited Wyldstyle (Elizabeth Banks) and sage Vitruvius (Morgan Freeman), on an epic quest to thwart the evil plans of Lord Business (Will Ferrell). A unique mix of humor and heart, The Lego Movie won the BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film in 2015. It's a joyride through a vibrant, plastic-brick universe that celebrates creativity and challenges conformity.
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Young Justice: Legacy
Video GameYoung Justice: Legacy is an action-adventure video game, based on the Young Justice TV series, developed by Freedom Factory Studios, and published by Little Orbit. It was released in November 2013 for Nintendo 3DS, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. The game takes place in the five-year gap between seasons 1 and 2 of the TV series, and was written in collaboration with the writers of the series, Greg Weisman and Brandon Vietti. It was originally planned to be released on Nintendo DS, Wii, and Wii U, but the developers announced that they had cancelled it due to quality issues and low interest from retailers. The game is an action role-playing game in which the player creates a squad of heroes and plays as multiple characters alongside Justice League members. Young Justice: Legacy features support for single-player and multiplayer modes. - 28Computer GameMortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is a crossover fighting game between Mortal Kombat and the DC Comics fictional universe, developed by Midway Games and Warner Bros. Games. The game was released on November 16, 2008 and contains characters from both franchises. Its story was written by comic writers Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. The game takes place after Raiden, Earthrealm's god of Thunder, and Superman, protector of Earth, repel invasions from both their worlds. An attack by both Raiden and Superman simultaneously in their separate universes causes the merging of the Mortal Kombat and DC villains, Shao Kahn and Darkseid, resulting in the creation of Dark Kahn, whose mere existence causes the two universes to begin merging; if allowed to continue, it would result in the destruction of both. Characters from both universes begin to fluctuate in power, becoming stronger or weaker. Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe was developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 3 and is available for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 platforms. It is the first Mortal Kombat title developed solely for seventh generation video game consoles. Most reviewers agreed that Mortal Kombat vs.
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Bizarro Flash
- 30Film (2015)Aquaman (Matt Lanter) is forced to choose between the Justice League and Atlantis when Atlantean warriors invade Gotham City and Metropolis.
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JLA Adventures: Trapped in Time
- 32Video GameJustice League Heroes is a console video game for the Xbox, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS, and PlayStation Portable systems. It is based on DC Comics' premier superhero team, the Justice League of America. It was developed by Snowblind Studios and published and distributed by Warner Bros. Games for all systems except Xbox which was distributed by Eidos Interactive in conjunction with DC Comics. It is based on the long-running comic book series, and was written by veteran comic book and Justice League of America writer Dwayne McDuffie. It uses the Dark Alliance Engine. Two handheld Justice League Heroes games were released at the same time for the GBA and Nintendo DS systems. The Nintendo DS game shares a similar visual style and gameplay mechanics to the console game, but serves as a prequel to its story. This version was developed by Sensory Sweep Studios. The GBA version is titled Justice League Heroes: The Flash and focused primarily on The Flash. The game featured 2D sidescrolling action gameplay and a sidestory to the console game's plot. This version was developed by WayForward Technologies.
- 33TV ProgramSet against the rural charm of a Kansas town, Smallville explores the formative years of Clark Kent (Tom Welling) as he grapples with his burgeoning superpowers while navigating the challenges of adolescence. This critically acclaimed drama, which garnered numerous awards and nominations, masterfully weaves the iconic Superman mythology with relatable coming-of-age themes. A sterling ensemble cast, including Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor and Allison Mack as Chloe Sullivan, breathes life into this modern retelling of a timeless tale. With its deft balance of character-driven storytelling and exhilarating action sequences, Smallville leaves a lasting impression on both superhero enthusiasts and casual viewers alike.
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Sela Allen
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Blaine Allen
- 37Video GameJustice League Task Force is a SNES and Sega MegaDrive/Genesis tournament fighting game developed by Sunsoft and published by Acclaim in 1995. The SNES version was co-developed by Blizzard Entertainment and the Mega Drive version by Condor, Inc.. It involves characters from DC Comics' Justice League. For this game, the characters include Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Arrow, The Flash, and Aquaman.
- 38Video GameThe Flash is an action video game based on the DC Comics superhero of the same name. It was developed and manufactured by Sega and Probe Entertainment for the Sega Master System in 1993. The game's release followed approximately two years after the cancellation of the Flash TV series on CBS.
- Justice League of America is an unsuccessful 1997 television pilot produced by CBS and directed by Félix Enríquez Alcalá, based on a team of fictional DC Comics superheroes from the comic of the same name. The film centers on a female meteorologist who gains superpowers and is later inducted into the "Justice League," while the city of New Metro is held for ransom by a terrorist armed with a weather control device. The film is interjected with mock-interviews of members of the Justice League, speaking about life as a superhero in a past tense, preceding the events of the film.
- 40Video GameJustice League Heroes: The Flash is a side-story which complements the main events during Justice League Heroes of the PlayStation 2 and Xbox consoles. It features the Flash as the playable character, and assistant NPC's such as Superman, Wonder Woman, Martian Manhunter, Black Canary, Green Arrow and Batman
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Jace Allen
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Allen of the 23rd Century
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Tanaka Rei
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Lia Nelson
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Danica Williams
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Ame-Comi
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The Crash
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The Flash, Gameboy (1991)
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Green Lightning
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Kryad
- 51TV ProgramSome of the greatest DC superheroes team up to stop the supervillains' plot to destroy the earth.
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The Superman/Aquaman Hour of Adventure
TV ProgramSome new adventures of Superman along with adventures of Aquaman and his sidekick Aqualad.
