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Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - Season 1
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Title: Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics

Overview: A six-part documentary series that takes a deeper look into the stories, people and events that have transformed the world of comic books.

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  • : Robert Kirkman
  • Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - The Mighty Misfits Who Made Marvel (Season 1 - Episode 1)

    Jack Kirby and Stan Lee invented Marvel's most beloved characters. But was it Kirby's artwork or Lee's bravado and writing that started a revolution?

    Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - The Truth About Wonder Woman (Season 1 - Episode 2)

    As comic books became popular and male superheroes rose to stardom, one man created a feminist superhero inspired by both his wife and his mistress.

    Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - The Trials of Superman (Season 1 - Episode 3)

    The story of how the world's first superhero came to be and how Superman's creators fought for years to receive proper credit and compensation.

    Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - City of Heroes (Season 1 - Episode 4)

    Exploring how the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York fundamentally changed how comic books are written and superheroes are portrayed.

    Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - The Color of Comics (Season 1 - Episode 5)

    The rise and fall of Milestone Comics, an African-American-owned comic book imprint which came to life in early 1990s New York.

    Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics - Image Comics: Declaration of Independents (Season 1 - Episode 6)

    Seven renegade artists shock the comic-book industry by starting their own company, Image Comics, to rival giants Marvel and DC.

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