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With rare access to top creators at both DC and Marvel, “Superheroes Decoded” uncovers how the rise of the superhero parallels America’s rise as a superpower in the 20th century, evolving through the decades into a uniquely American mythology that has captured audiences across the globe. Using modern film clips, vintage comic artwork, historical archival material, and interviews with dozens of experts, fans and creators such as Captain America: Civil War star, Anthony Mackie; Captain America: Civil War directors, Anthony Russo and Joe Russo; A Game of Thrones author, George R. R. Martin; Iron Man Director, Jon Favreau; former President of Marvel Comics, Stan Lee; and best-selling author and DC comic writer Brad Meltzer; “Superheroes Decoded” tells the story of the modern era through the lens of America’s greatest fictional heroes.
Part one explores the making of the iconic American superhero. From the creation of Superman, Batman, Captain America, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man and beyond, these all-American legends have endured through decades of war, triumph and scandal, constantly evolving to reflect the country’s changing values in a tumultuous world. From World War II and Vietnam to Watergate and the tragedy of 9/11, these mythic heroes embody America’s deepest fears and greatest aspirations.
Part two examines the American rebel and how sometimes being a hero means breaking the rules. From the beginning, superheroes like The X-Men, The Hulk, Black Panther, Iron Man, Luke Cage, and Wolverine have challenged authority and fought for outsiders, a battle that reflects the country’s most profound real-world divisions and struggles for justice. From their often controversial origins to recent resurgence in movies of today, these rebels redefine heroism for a new generation.
Original Release
04/30/2017 on HIST
US Release
04/30/2017
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Cast
Name | Character |
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Kevin Conroy | Narrator |
Steve Englehart | Self / Self - Comic Book Writer |
John K. Bucher Jr. | Self - Author, Mythologist |
Jon Favreau | Self - Director, Iron Man |
T.J. Miller | Self - Actor / Comedian |
Anthony Mackie | Self - Falcon, Captain America Civil War |
Clark Gregg | Self - 'Agent Colsen,' Marvel's Agents of Shield |
Stan Lee | Self - Former President & Publisher, Marvel Comics |
Joe Russo | Self - Co-Director, Captain America: Civil War |
Tim Miller | Self - Director, Deadpool |
# | Title | Air Date |
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1 | American Legends | Sunday, 30 April 2017 |
2 | American Rebels | Monday, 01 May 2017 |
Writers
Cast
Name | Character |
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Kevin Conroy | Narrator |
Steve Englehart | Self / Self - Comic Book Writer |
John K. Bucher Jr. | Self - Author, Mythologist |
Jon Favreau | Self - Director, Iron Man |
T.J. Miller | Self - Actor / Comedian |
Anthony Mackie | Self - Falcon, Captain America Civil War |
Clark Gregg | Self - 'Agent Colsen,' Marvel's Agents of Shield |
Stan Lee | Self - Former President & Publisher, Marvel Comics |
Joe Russo | Self - Co-Director, Captain America: Civil War |
Tim Miller | Self - Director, Deadpool |
George R.R. Martin | Self - Author, A Game of Thrones |
Neil deGrasse Tyson | Self - Astrophysicist |
Patty Jenkins | Self - Director, Wonder Woman |
Scott Aukerman | Self - Comedian / Comic Book Writer |
Todd McFarlane | Self - Comic Book Artist & Writer |
Lauren Shuler Donner | Self - Producer, X-Men |
Geoff Johns | Self - President & CCO, DC Entertainment |
Cheo Hodari Coker | Self - Executive Producer, Luke Cage |
Jon Schnepp | Self - Director, The Death of 'Superman Lives' |
Chris Claremont | Self - Comic Book Writer |
Producers
Name | Role |
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Morgan Spurlock | Executive Producer |
Kristen Burns | Executive Producer |
Josh Mensch | Executive Producer |
Jeremy Chilnick | Executive Producer |
Ethan Goldman | Executive Producer |
Matthew Galkin | Executive Producer |
Matthew Hall | Producer |
Matt Lee Hall | Producer |
Jared Hacker | Producer |
Eric Enright | Producer |
Sean Frechette | Producer |
Stacey Kleiger | Producer |
Joshua Levine | Producer |
Vienna Maglio | Producer |
Rick Ramirez | Producer |
Viva Van Loock | Producer |