Rise of the Superheroes

May 2, 2019

1h 57m

★ 6.2

Overview

This is the story of how superheroes from Tim Burton's prototype blockbuster Batman, Blade, X-Men, Spiderman to Iron Man and the Black Panther brought to life from the pages of comic books, first took over Hollywood and then conquered the world through action films with larger-than-life characters.

Genres

Documentary

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Cast

Herself

Jenna Busch

Herself

Emma Loggins

Himself

Chris Claremont

Jeffrey Henderson

Follow the production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” as the cast and crew take on the incredible challenge of remembering T’Challa with a chapter befitting the late king. Through intimate behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, watch Shuri take on the mantel of Wakanda’s hero and face a new foe from the ocean’s depths in Namor.

5.8

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of X-Men '97

May 21, 2024

Spend time with the original cast, along with new voices, as this behind-the-scenes special recalls the birth of "X-Men: The Animated Series," and its revival thirty years later as "X-Men '97."

7.5

Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman

Jun 12, 2006

The history of the comic book superhero, Superman, in his various media incarnations.

6.6

Comic Book Confidential

Jun 14, 1989

A survey of the artistic history of the comic book medium and some of the major talents associated with it.

6.5

Superheroes

Aug 8, 2011

A journey inside the world of real life caped crusaders. From all over America, these self-proclaimed crime fighters, don masks, homemade costumes and elaborate utility belts in an attempt to bring justice to evildoers everywhere.

6.9

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics

Nov 9, 2010

A look at the history of the comic book publication that launched such legendary characters as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.

6.0

The Final Adventure of Kaktus Kid

May 7, 2018

Aleksandar Zograf, a renowned cartoonist discovers an unusual comic book from World War II. The comic’s hero is Kaktus Kid – a small cactus trapped in his pot. Intrigued, Zograf investigates into the life of Kaktus Kid’s creator – little known artist Veljko Kockar. He soon discovers that Kockar was arrested just after the liberation of Belgrade in 1944. He was charged for being a Gestapo agent and executed. Zograf’s investigation reveals a far more complex story: Kockar’s identity and artistic works were stolen, he possibly has an affair with the girlfriend of a guerilla soldier and he drew anti-communist propaganda for the Nazis. As he explores the story and pieces together the scraps of evidence 70 years after it happened Zograf is faced with his own personal and artistic dilemmas: why do these little drawings have such power to give consolation but also lead to violence?

7.5

The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics

Jul 21, 2009

The history and impact of the graphic novel Watchmen.

9.0

Vertigo

Dec 25, 2013

No overview available.

6.1

COMIX: Beyond the Comic Book Pages

Dec 31, 2015

COMIX is a feature documentary on comic books, the comic book world, and the phenomenon surrounding them. It is told through the thoughts and images of some of the greatest talent in the comic book industry like Stan Lee, Frank Miller, Neal Adams, Mark Waid, Marc Silvestri, and John Romita Jr., among many others. COMIX also has tons of interviews with the fans, many in full costumes, as they share their love for the art form, and who have made comics the phenomenon that it is today.

6.8

Stan Lee's Mutants, Monsters & Marvels

May 7, 2002

Filmmaker and comic writer Kevin Smith interviews comic book legend Stan Lee about his life and work in comics across the decades.

7.4

Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked

Jul 1, 2003

Industry insiders like Stan Lee and Neil Gaiman (The Sandman) reflect on the way their colorful creations reflect society at large. They have spread from the pulpy pages of nickel comics to Saturday morning cartoons, the big screen and beyond. They have evolved from simple, All-American heroes to tortured, complicated characters reflecting the dreams, desires and fears of modern society. From Superman to The Sandman, Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked is a fascinating, feature-length look at the evolution of an art form that has proved remarkably adaptable and enduring. Filled with classic images from DC and Marvel Comics as well as extensive interviews with modern masters of the graphic novel like Neil Gaiman and Frank Miller (The Dark Knight Returns), this documentary, originally aired on the History Channel, goes far beyond the superficial escapist fantasies to probe the forces that shaped the characters who have become legend...

6.2

The Science of Superman

Jun 29, 2006

Documentary about the science related to Superman's Powers.

6.4

The Bat, the Cat, and the Penguin

Jun 17, 1992

Behind the scenes documentary about the making of Batman Returns.

8.6

Christopher Reeve, Superman Forever

Sep 28, 2024

A French documentary on Superman actor Christopher Reeve as told by his French voice dubbing actor, Pierre Arditi.

0.0

Marvel Then and Now: An Evening with Stan Lee and Joe Quesada

Mar 1, 2007

Marvel's first editor in chief, pop culture icon Stan Lee, and Marvel's current editor in chief, Joe Quesada, talk about the past and future of the company's stable of super-heroes in a lively discussion helmed by filmmaker Kevin Smith.

0.0

Behind the Superhero Mask

Apr 17, 2013

Documentary that examines the popularity of super-hero comic books.

0.0

Start Up!! Kamen Rider Gavv

Aug 11, 2024

A special preview special released a few weeks before Kamen Rider Gavv's premiere, which revealed new details and unreleased footage featuring the next Kamen Rider, Kamen Rider Gavv.

7.0

This is Kamen Rider Black!

Sep 27, 1987

A behind-the-scenes TV special, introducing the Kamen Rider Black series.

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