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Power Rangers Who Wore Multiple Colors, Ranked
The Power Rangers are some of the most iconic superheroes out there. They are famous for their brightly colored, spandex costumes. What casual viewers might not realize is that a Ranger's color is integral to their powerset. Each Ranger's power is tied to a specific part of the extradimensional energy field known as the Morphin Grid, and each Ranger has a unique connection with it. Only one version of each specific power can exist at a time.
How To Start Reading Wonder Woman Comics
Wonder Woman By Brian Cronin & Frederick Rion Updated 14 minutes ago Sign in to your CBR account I've updated this feature to add the current Tom King Wonder Woman run, as well as Absolute Wonder Woman from Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman. Wonder Woman is one of the most powerful and iconic heroes of the DC universe. Much like her contemporaries, Batman and Superman, Wonder Woman is a leader within the hero community and is a point of inspiration and admiration for heroes and civilians alike.
15 Most Underrated Batman Villains, Ranked
Batman By Frederick Rion & Natasha Elder Updated 15 minutes ago Sign in to your CBR account Batman has one of the largest supporting casts in all of comics. This cast includes tons of fellow heroes, love interests, and, of course, villains. Some characters even fit into all three of those categories. With such a long publication history and a large cast of characters to pull from, there are bound to be some that just don't see the light of day as frequently as they should.
10 Most Underrated X-Men Costumes, Ranked
X-Men Sign in to your CBR account The X-Men are some of the most popular superheroes out there. They have a unique status as a super-team, as unlike other groups like the Avengers or the Justice League, they were created as a unit from the beginning. This means the original five were created together rather than each hero having distinct creators.
How to Start Reading Power Rangers Comics
Power Rangers By Frederick Rion & Timothy Blake Donohoo Updated 18 minutes ago Sign in to your CBR account The Power Rangers franchise has one of the most convoluted fictional universes in the world. While it might seem like the world of Power Rangers is incredibly strong, it keeps growing and growing year by year. Within the last few years, the franchise, in conjunction with BOOM! Studios have branched out into the world of comic books.
10 Best Mockumentaries if You Still Miss The Office 11 Years Later
The Office (2005) Sign in to your CBR account The Office is one of the most popular sitcoms of the 2000s. The show's mixture of cringe humor, earnest comedy, sharp writing, and star-studded cast made it an instant classic. The rise of streaming also gave this show a boost, as it became one of Netflix's most popular offerings in the service's early years. Nearly two decades later, and The Office still has a completely devoted fan base. However, the show has been off the air for eleven years.
10 Fan Favorite Sitcom Characters Who Deserved More Screentime
Sitcoms Sign in to your CBR account Sitcoms are some of the best and most popular TV series out there. They're incredibly versatile shows, as any premise with a suitably funny spin can make for a great "situational comedy." One of the hallmarks of a great sitcom is the incredible characters that populate them. Having an enjoyable and likeable main cast is tantamount to making the premise work, but it goes beyond that. These shows also need a variety of other characters to bounce off of.
10 Best Black Canary Comics, Ranked
black canary Sign in to your CBR account Black Canary is preparing to return to the spotlight during DC's All-In initiative. Tom King and Ryan Sook's Black Canary: Best of the Best will explore one of DC's best fighters as she faces contenders from the DC universe for her title. The excitement for Black Canary's new series highlights the character's fanbase and stability as one of DC's biggest draws. With a great design and a fun signature attack, Black Canary was always able to garner a following.
10 Best Action-Packed Medieval War Movies, Ranked
Movies Sign in to your CBR account The world of historical fiction is a down-right crowded one. Stories that adapt, play with, or simply explore humanity's collective past are incredibly popular, and have been utilized with every genre imaginable. However, the most popular historical fictions are often the war movies. These are films that explore just what war was like throughout human history.
Every X-Men Team Led By Cyclops, Ranked
cyclops Sign in to your CBR account While the X-Men play second fiddler to the Avengers these days, there was a time when they were Marvel's most popular and best-selling superhero team. The most enduring aspect of the X-Men is, ironically, change. It is one of the most fluid teams in the Marvel universe, as nearly any crew of mutants with enough gumption can (and often will) take up the name. However, there are also plenty of heroes that truly complete the team.
10 Retcons That Fixed Beloved Movie Franchises' Biggest Mistakes
movie list Sign in to your CBR account Retcons aren't the most popular concept across fiction. A retcon, or retroactive continuity, is when a new piece of media changes and overwrites details presented in a franchise's past. There are hundreds, if not thousands of examples of this over the years, as media franchises grow longer and longer. Oftentimes, fans feel like retcons ruin established lore. However, retcons can be good and healthy for a franchise.
10 Most Emotional Movie Dramas of All Time, Ranked
drama Sign in to your CBR account Drama is one of the biggest and most diverse genres out there. Technically, almost anything can be a Drama, as the main requirement is simply taking its subject seriously. As such, it combines incredibly well with other genres, meaning a Drama can be infused with romance, coming-of-age narrative, and even science-fiction. What all Dramas have in common, however, is their commitment to telling a story with the utmost respect and care for the narrative on display.
10 Marvel Theories We Hope Come True
marvel Sign in to your CBR account Fan theories can be about anything: a character's motivations, their final fate in a story, or even something silly like their favorite food. Fan theories often express love and admiration for a piece of media, but sometimes they can offer cool ideas. Of course, fans are notoriously fickle, and what they want can change from moment to moment. However, sometimes they strike gold.
10 Marvel Characters Who’ve Been Avengers (For a Limited Time)
Avengers Sign in to your CBR account The Avengers is the premiere super-team of the Marvel universe. They have become a pillar of the Marvel universe in their own right and have been the centerpiece of countless event stories, team-ups, and crossovers. The advent of the MCU, which highlights the Avengers even more, only shot them to a new level of stardom. However, their history and influence throughout the Marvel universe. As such, plenty of heroes from all walks of life have served on the team...
10 Best 2000s Sitcoms (That Everyone Forgot About)
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Sitcoms Sign in to your CBR account Situational comedies, or sitcoms, are some of the most popular TV shows out there. As much as people may love their medical dramas and police procedurals, there is something to be said for a show that can make an audience laugh consistently. There are tons of famous sitcoms out there. Some of the earliest, like Beverly Hillbillies or Gilligan's Island helped pioneer and sanctify television for the world.
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10 Strongest Villains From Marvel's Ultimate Universe
ultimate marvel Sign in to your CBR account In the early 2000s, there was an idea. To bring together Marvel's greatest heroes in a new, approachable format. Unlike their competitors over at DC, Marvel has never "rebooted" their universe. Every Marvel comic on Earth-616 takes place on the same Earth-616, meaning comics about Spider-Man written in 1972 and 2022 are about the same guy. While this is certainly cool, it also makes reading these comics a little unwieldy.
10 Best Crime Shows Since the Sopranos Ended
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10 Best Crime Shows Since the Sopranos Ended
The Sopranos Sign in to your CBR account Crime dramas are some of the most popular TV series out there, and for good reason. There is plenty to love about the genre. There is human pathos, real world stakes, and even compelling characters. The genre has a long history, in TV and beyond. Arguably, it traces its roots back to old detective stories. Nowadays, however, crime dramas aren't just about people who stop the crimes, but those that commit them as well.
10 Best Crime Shows Since the Sopranos Ended
New on Netflix: 5 movies and shows to watch this week (Sept 2-8) There are some big new TV shows and movies on Netflix this week. There's also an unprecedented live event — more on that later. It's a big week for …
TMNT: 10 Comics Fans Want to See the Turtles Crossover With
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles adaptations may have a younger focus, but the comics are (and always have been) much more adult-oriented. This has led to comics with much deeper storylines, unique characters, and more creative freedom. It has also led to various Turtle crossovers throughout the years, especially in the comic books. However, there are still plenty of characters that fans want to see the Turtles meet. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are no strangers to the crossover specials.
10 Best Female Characters in Invincible, Ranked
invincible (tv) Sign in to your CBR account Invincible is one of the most popular animated series of the past decade, and with each passing season, it reaches more and more fans around the world. The show follows Mark Grayson as he deals with the fallout of his alien heritage and legendary father. Mark's journey is all about self-discovery and actualization, as he becomes the hero he was always capable of being. Along the way, Mark meets plenty of crazy characters.
10 Best Marvel Locations Perfect For Giant LEGO Sets
marvel Sign in to your CBR account LEGO sets are some of the coolest collectibles around. They're great display pieces, fun playsets, and interactive engineering experiences. Although the brand started with giant bins of multi-colored plastic parts, they have more popular products these days. Now, LEGO is famous for its "sets." These are packs of specific LEGO bricks, with instructions, meant to build a single creation. This can include vehicles, locations, and more.
The Power Rangers Comics Reading Order
The Power Rangers franchise is pretty popular. Despite getting its start with a low-budget adaptation of a Japanese show back in 1993, Power Rangers is one of the most iconic and enduring children's series out there. This has led to thirty seasons, a handful of movies, a dozen or so video games, and comic books. While there have been a few different Power Rangers comics over the years, the most successful and interesting is the BOOM! Studios series that began in 2015.
10 Reasons Why IDW's TMNT Comics are the Definitive Version
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are some of the most extant children's media characters in the world today. Since their debut in the '80s, there have been countless shows, movies, video games, and comics. What makes the turtles so tubular is their adaptability. When Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman first created TMNT, they envisioned them as a parody of then-modern comics.
What Marvel Could Learn from DC's Best Justice League Comics
marvel Sign in to your CBR account Summary Marvel could benefit from learning storytelling techniques from DC's Justice League, like creating more unique and dangerous villains and highlighting young heroes. The Justice League excels at showcasing interpersonal conflicts without turning heroes into villains, a lesson Marvel could learn from to improve their narratives.
Every Comic Subscription Service And Price, Explained
comic books Sign in to your CBR account Since the advent of Netflix, subscription services have been all the rage. Every company from Amazon to NBC is throwing their hat in the ring, trying to get some of that sweet streaming money. While most streaming services are all about TV and Movies, a select few have moved beyond other forms of media. Sony and Microsoft each have a gaming streaming service for their respective platforms, and Crunchyroll is a service that exclusively serves up anime.
When Did Batman Stop Hating Superman?
Batman Sign in to your CBR account Batman and Superman are two of the most popular fictional characters ever invented. They've both existed for over eighty years and, in that time, have become icons not only of the comic book medium but of heroism and justice the world over. Batman and Superman have starred in countless comic books, animated series, live-action programs, movies, novels, video games, and more.
10 Comic Characters Who Passed On Heroic Mantles
Legacy characters are one of the most popular and important parts of comic book history. As immutable as some secret identities might be to heroes, plenty more have passed their mantles on to proteges, friends, and even enemies. Some of the most famous heroes are part of long-standing heroic lineages. DC, for example, has Green Lantern and the Flash, two of the most popular legacy heroes. Marvel also has its fair share, such as Spider-Man, Captain America, and even Iron Man.
10 Best Power Rangers Comics, Ranked
Power Rangers Sign in to your CBR account The BOOM! Studios Power Rangers comics are some of the franchise's best material in recent years. Although most of the content is clustered around the Mighty Morphin era of the show, there is plenty to dig into for long-time fans of the series. There are hundreds of issues, dozens of story arcs, and plenty of gorgeous panels for readers to digest.
10 Worst Things About Being Spider-Man's Love Interest
While most fans will recognize the names Mary Jane and Gwen Stacy, there are plenty of other Spider-Man love interests. While Peter Parker has often ended things on his own terms, he also gets dumped a lot. While some people don't have a strong romantic connection, there is no denying that Peter is a hard guy to date. There are two Spider-Men currently, though Peter seems to be the only one having trouble keeping a relationship up.
10 Worst Things About Being Batman's Love Interest
Batman Sign in to your CBR account Batman has had more love interests than just about any comic character. This makes sense, as Batman is a bit of a womanizer in his Bruce Wayne persona. And sure, the guy has a lot going for him. He's incredibly charming, handsome, great with kids, and passionate about helping others. Despite all these positive traits, though, the truth is that dating Batman would probably suck for the average person.
10 DC Villains Who Are Ready For Redemption
The DC universe is famous not only for its heroes but for its villains. Characters like Lex Luthor, the Joker, and Reverse Flash have helped elevate their heroes by creating unique challenges and storylines. Most DC villains work best as morally bankrupt characters. However, some DC villains have the potential to do more than commit crimes and fight superheroes. Some DC characters have been villains for so long that it is difficult to imagine a new story with them as antagonists.
10 Coolest Star Wars Ships in the Disney Era
Star Wars Sign in to your CBR account Star Wars is one of the biggest multimedia projects on the planet. The series got its start in 1977, with the film that was later dubbed A New Hope. While the franchise was a hit from the beginning, it received something of a rebirth in 2012 when Disney obtained the rights to the franchise. This led to a new deluge of entries in the franchise, from movies and TV shows to video games and original novels.
10 Batman Comics That Are Peak Batman
Batman Sign in to your CBR account Countless writers, artists, and creators have created their own takes on Batman over the years. As such, it can be difficult to lock down precisely what makes the character tick. Is it his unique, bat-themed gadgets? His martial arts prowess? His keen mind? A lot goes into making Batman one of the world's finest superheroes. Luckily, some Batman stories have stood the test of time and remain the best of what the character has to offer.
10 Marvel Villains Who Should Switch Heroes
The MCU has turned Iron Man and Black Panther from nerd culture into household names. But no matter how incredible a Marvel hero is, they can't survive the pop culture zeitgeist alone. They need other characters: friends, lovers, and, of course, enemies. As such, supervillains have risen to prominence alongside their more morally righteous counterparts. Most Marvel villains are paired with a specific hero, someone they challenge to achieve greater heights.
10 DC Villains Who Should Switch Heroes
As iconic as DC Comics superheroes like Batman and Superman are, they wouldn't be anywhere without their villains. After all, a guy who's faster than a speeding bullet and can leap tall buildings in a single bound isn't very interesting if nothing can challenge him. As such, the supervillain has become one of modern comics' most popular and important aspects. There are tons of supervillains that are just as popular as their heroic counterparts, like the Joker, Lex Luthor, and Cheetah.
10 DC Characters Who Keep Getting Younger
Comics, especially superhero comics, have been around for a long time. Despite being around for so long, almost no comic book character has really aged. Characters that have been famous for generations, like Batman and Spider-Man, are more or less the same age as when they started. Why is this? Well, if superheroes aged in real time, Spider-Man would be geriatric and would need to be replaced.
10 Valid Reasons Fans Dislike Recent Spider-Man Comics
Spider-Man is easily one of Marvel's most recognizable heroes and has been almost since his debut in the 1960s. The wall-crawler has a broad appeal, from his iconic costume to his nifty powers. Plus, he's one of the most relatable superheroes around. While there have been plenty of fan-favorite Spidey comics over the years, it's no surprise that there have been some complaints in nearly six decades. As with anything, it can be difficult to take fan complaints about Spider-Man comics seriously.
Super Sentai & How It Influenced Power Rangers, Explained
Power Rangers Sign in to your CBR account Power Rangers is one of the longest-running children's TV franchises of all time. It has been on TV since the '90s and a new season of the show has come out nearly every year since the series' debut. While the current state of the franchise is somewhat in flux, it is far from finished, and there will certainly be more Power Rangers media to come.
10 Darkest TMNT Comics Stories (That Aren't The Last Ronin)
teenage mutant ninja turtles (comics) Sign in to your CBR account The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is one of the most diverse series out there. Originally beginning as a critic of the over-the-top edginess of then-modern comics, the series has flipped back and forth between family-friendly fun and adult-only content. Sure, people love the silly cartoons and awesome TMNT toys, but there is plenty more to the series.
X-Men: 10 Best Colossus Comics, Ranked
colossus Sign in to your CBR account The X-Men are some of the most popular superheroes out there. They've had dozens of comics over the years and still star in several ongoing books. While they started in the '60s, the team didn't hit its stride until the '70s, when the group received a relaunch with Giant Size X-Men #1. This book introduced some of the series' most iconic characters, such as Storm, Nightcrawler, and Colossus. Piotr Rasputin is one of this line-up's most visually distinct heroes.
10 Best TMNT Comic Story Arcs from IDW, Ranked
teenage mutant ninja turtles (comics) Sign in to your CBR account The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are one of the longest-running multi-media franchises. Although they started as comic book characters, most people know them from the scores of cartoons, movies, video games, and toys the franchise has spawned. Of course, the Turtles still star in some pretty awesome comics. The most recent comic series starring the heroes in a half-shell is from IDW Comics, an indie publisher with tons of credits.
10 Strongest DC Villains The Justice League Have Beat
The Justice League are the DC universe's greatest heroes. They are the best of the best, the cream of the crop, with only the greatest heroes on Earth allowed within their ranks. While the name Justice League may call to mind heroes like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman, their ranks don't end there. Nearly every hero in the DC universe has served on some iteration of a team, from Animal Man to Zatanna. The Justice League is the most powerful combination of heroes the world has ever seen.
10 Things You Didn't Know About The Teen Titans
Teen Titans Sign in to your CBR account The Teen Titans are one of the most popular and long-standing superhero teams. The team has existed in some form since the 1960s and has consistently been a hit for DC. The Teen Titans have had a ton of ongoing titles, graphic novels, limited series, and guest appearances in their sixty years of existence. They've also had a few notable adaptations.
Every Superman Live Action Actor, In Order
Superman Sign in to your CBR account Superman is arguably the most iconic superhero around. The genre practically formed around him, and the idea of a spandex-clad strongman can trace its roots right to him. Superman has been around for over eighty years, and in that time, he has been constantly adapting and changing. As one of DC's biggest stars, Superman has received tons of incredible adaptations, including many different live-action films and TV shows.
How To Start Reading Power Rangers Comics
Power Rangers Sign in to your CBR account The Power Rangers franchise has one of the most convoluted fictional universes in the world. While it might seem like the world of Power Rangers is incredibly strong, it keeps growing and growing year by year. Within the last few years, the franchise, in conjunction with BOOM! Studios have branched out into the world of comic books. While the comic book side of this phenomenon is relatively recent, fans still have tons of content to sink their teeth into.
10 Best Graphic Novels Since 2020, Ranked
Fans couldn't put down engaging graphic novels from the last few years like Something Is Killing the Children, Immortal Hulk and TMNT: The Last Ronin. The term graphic novel is somewhat loose. Originally, it was intended to refer to singular, completed works of sequential art. Stories that were written and presented as one single piece. Books like Maus are some of the earliest examples of this concept. Occasionally, this also meant mini-series like Watchmen would be redistributed as a single package.
10 Best Fights in MCU Phase 5 (So Far), Ranked
Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is well underway, and it's already produced several great fights. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the biggest superhero franchise out there, if not the biggest media franchise. The movie series has been running since Iron Man debuted in 2008, meaning the interconnected movie universe has been around for nearly twenty years. The MCU is broken down into a series of phases, each of which correspond with a slate of movies that build to a conclusion.
10 Strongest Power Rangers, Ranked
Powerful characters like Psycho Green and Lord Drakkon have appeared in the comics to challenge other Power Rangers for the title of the strongest. The Power Rangers franchise is famous for having some of the strongest heroes. The franchise follows Earth's preeminent heroes fighting various forces of evil. Each season tends to up the ante from the last, having the Rangers fight newer and more overwhelming threats and gaining incredible new powers in return.
10 Marvel's "What If...?" Episodes That Deserve Their Own Spin-Off
Each episode of Marvel's What If...? series explores alternative versions of notable events, making it the perfect inspiration for new spin-offs. Alternate realities and hypothetical timelines are part of the comics industry's bread and butter. They've been around since the earliest days of the genre, especially in superhero comics at DC and Marvel. Both companies feature a "prime" universe, with the main version of the characters everyone knows and loves.
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