![]() ![]() A couple of years ago, I began systematically reading and cataloging everything written during what’s referred to as Batman’s “Modern Era” to figure out what’s actually worth reading - and in what order. The massive number of Batman stories poses a challenge for anyone looking for a toehold into that world. (The gap was even larger when it came to graphic novels: 12,696 to 3,532.) ![]() ![]() In March 2020, the last complete month the two companies used the same distributor, Comichron recorded its estimated shipments of Batman comics at more than 400,000 issues Spider-Man was second, at around 250,000. He’s appeared in more individual stories, series, and issues than any other superhero, and that dominance isn’t just because he’s been around longer than other characters: Last year, the Dark Knight appeared in roughly 100 more issues and more than twice as many series as any other DC or Marvel character. There is one place where there’s a clear winner: Comic books, where Batman is the undisputed king. ![]() Would one weigh box-office receipts against online searches? How about video games and licensed clothing? Do eBay listings count? The popularity of superheroes is almost impossible to quantify. ![]()
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