23 September,2021 02:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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If you're a geek for comic books, you can certainly relate to the endless pursuit of trying to find a TV series that perfectly combines fast-paced action sequences with brilliantly crafted characters. It takes exceptionally brilliant minds to create legendary characters that remain etched in viewers minds for ages to come. Look no further! These five masterfully designed superhero drama series have it all - heart-stopping action, memorable characters and storylines that keep you on the edge of your seat!
Grab your popcorn and get ready to get lost in the mesmerizing worlds of iconic superheroes.
Ace actor Stephen Amell made history with his formidable performance as billionaire Oliver Queen, who doubles up as vigilante "The Hood". The fan favourite series aired for 8 seasons, winning over legions of devoted fans over the years. The Arrowverse has popularly crossed over with other DC Comics superhero shows including The Flash. The critically acclaimed series has won endless nominations in the People's Choice Awards and IGN Awards, amongst others.
A magnificent display of creativity and innovation, Marvel's miniseries Wandavison used the flashbacks, quintessential television tropes and the background of a suburban town to create history with this iconic show. A masterpiece fans have thoroughly enjoyed watching, creating a shockwave of fan theories that kept them engaged throughout. Critics applauded the series for acknowledging the central character's grief in a wholly innovative way. The series earned a spectacular 23 Emmy nominations, of which it won three.
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A pioneer in bringing the first-ever lesbian superhero headlining her own series, Batwoman follows the journey of Kate Kane attempting to shield Gotham from violence in the absence of Bruce Wayne. Appreciated by fans and critics alike, the series brings a fresh perspective to the superhero world, winning many fans for making their main character a representative of the queer community.
Inspired by the Marvel Comics character of the same name, this gritty superhero legal drama details the life of Matt Murdock, a blind lawyer who uses his heightened senses to fight crime in New York City's Hell's Kitchen. Set in the Marvel cinematic universe, the immaculately written show has been lauded by critics for undertaking strong character development without compromising on the action and drama that accompanies a superhero series.
Bringing every child's fantasy of magically gaining super-speed overnight, The Flash revolves around Barry Allen, a crime scene investigator who gains superspeed as a result of a chemical explosion. He uses his superpower to fight crime and shield his city from evil as a masked superhero. The series gained massive popularity for Barry's story with his love interest, Iris and Arrow's Felicity Smoak.
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