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Detective Comics is an American comic book series published by DC Comics. It is best known for introducing the character Batman in issue #27, which was published in 1939. The series is the source of the company's name, "DC", which stands for "Detective Comics".

History[edit]

Detective Comics was first published in 1937 by National Allied Publications, which later became DC Comics. The series was initially an anthology featuring various detective stories, but it gained immense popularity with the introduction of Batman, created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger.

Golden Age[edit]

During the Golden Age of Comic Books, Detective Comics featured a variety of characters, but Batman quickly became the main focus. The series played a significant role in the development of the superhero genre.

Silver Age[edit]

In the Silver Age of Comic Books, Detective Comics continued to evolve, introducing new characters and storylines. Notable characters such as Batgirl and The Riddler made their first appearances in this era.

Modern Age[edit]

In the Modern Age of Comic Books, Detective Comics has continued to be a flagship title for DC Comics, featuring complex story arcs and character development. The series celebrated its 1000th issue in 2019, marking a significant milestone in comic book history.

Notable Characters[edit]

Legacy[edit]

Detective Comics has had a profound impact on popular culture and the comic book industry. It has inspired numerous adaptations, including television series, films, and video games. The series is renowned for its storytelling, artwork, and the iconic characters it has introduced.

Detective_Comics gallery[edit]

Detective Comics #140

Detective Comics #140
Peter Tomasi

Peter Tomasi

External links[edit]

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-[[File:DetectiveComics1.jpg|thumb|DetectiveComics1]] [[file:Detective140.JPG|right|thumb|Detective140]] [[file:3.27.19PeterTomasiByLuigiNovi25.jpg|right|thumb|3.27.19PeterTomasiByLuigiNovi25]] [[file:Detective38.JPG|thumb|Detective38]]  '''Detective Comics''' is an American comic book series published by [[DC Comics]]. The first volume, published from 1937 to 2011 (with a hiatus in 2010), is best known for introducing the superhero [[Batman]] in [[Detective Comics #27]] (cover-dated May 1939). It is the source of its publishing company's name, and—along with [[Action Comics]], the series that launched [[Superman]]—one of the medium's signature series.
+[[File:Detective_Comics_27_(May_1939).png|Detective Comics #27 (May 1939)|thumb]]
+[[File:DetectiveComics1.jpg|Detective Comics #1|thumb]]
+'''Detective Comics''' is an [[American comic book]] series published by [[DC Comics]]. It is best known for introducing the character [[Batman]] in issue #27, which was published in 1939. The series is the source of the company's name, "DC", which stands for "Detective Comics".
-== Publication history ==
+== History ==
-Detective Comics was first published in 1937 by [[Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson]]'s [[National Allied Publications]]. The series was an anthology, featuring a variety of detective stories, and was the first comic book to feature the word "detective" in its title. The series became a monthly publication with issue #2.
+Detective Comics was first published in 1937 by [[National Allied Publications]], which later became DC Comics. The series was initially an anthology featuring various detective stories, but it gained immense popularity with the introduction of Batman, created by [[Bob Kane]] and [[Bill Finger]].
-In 1939, [[Bob Kane]] and [[Bill Finger]] introduced [[Batman]] in issue #27. Batman's debut was a significant turning point for the series, which began to focus more on superhero stories. Over the years, the series has featured numerous notable characters and storylines, including the introduction of [[Robin (character)|Robin]], [[Batgirl]], and [[The Riddler]].
+=== Golden Age ===
+During the [[Golden Age of Comic Books]], Detective Comics featured a variety of characters, but Batman quickly became the main focus. The series played a significant role in the development of the [[superhero]] genre.
-== Notable storylines and characters ==
+=== Silver Age ===
-* '''[[Batman]]''': Introduced in [[Detective Comics #27]], Batman is one of the most iconic superheroes in comic book history.
+In the [[Silver Age of Comic Books]], Detective Comics continued to evolve, introducing new characters and storylines. Notable characters such as [[Batgirl]] and [[The Riddler]] made their first appearances in this era.
-* '''[[Robin (character)|Robin]]''': The first Robin, [[Dick Grayson]], was introduced in [[Detective Comics #38]].
-* '''[[Batgirl]]''': The original Batgirl, [[Barbara Gordon]], made her first appearance in [[Detective Comics #359]].
-* '''[[The Riddler]]''': One of Batman's most enduring foes, The Riddler, first appeared in [[Detective Comics #140]].
-== Legacy ==
+=== Modern Age ===
-Detective Comics has had a profound impact on the comic book industry and popular culture. The series' success helped establish [[DC Comics]] as a major publisher and contributed to the rise of the superhero genre. Batman, in particular, has become a cultural icon, appearing in numerous adaptations across various media.
+In the [[Modern Age of Comic Books]], Detective Comics has continued to be a flagship title for DC Comics, featuring complex story arcs and character development. The series celebrated its 1000th issue in 2019, marking a significant milestone in comic book history.
-== Relaunches and reboots ==
-The series has undergone several relaunches and reboots over the years. In 2011, as part of [[The New 52]] initiative, DC Comics restarted Detective Comics with a new #1 issue. In 2016, the series was again relaunched with a new #1 issue as part of the [[DC Rebirth]] initiative.
-== Related pages ==
+== Notable Characters ==
 * [[Batman]]
-* [[Robin (character)]]
+* [[Robin (character)|Robin]]
 * [[Batgirl]]
+* [[The Joker]]
 * [[The Riddler]]
+* [[Two-Face]]
+* [[Catwoman]]
+== Legacy ==
+Detective Comics has had a profound impact on popular culture and the comic book industry. It has inspired numerous adaptations, including [[television series]], [[films]], and [[video games]]. The series is renowned for its storytelling, artwork, and the iconic characters it has introduced.
+== Detective_Comics gallery==
+<gallery>
+File:Detective140.JPG|Detective Comics #140
+File:3.27.19PeterTomasiByLuigiNovi25.jpg|Peter Tomasi
+</gallery>
+== See also ==
+* [[List of Batman comics]]
 * [[DC Comics]]
-* [[Action Comics]]
+* [[Golden Age of Comic Books]]
-* [[The New 52]]
+* [[Silver Age of Comic Books]]
-* [[DC Rebirth]]
+* [[Modern Age of Comic Books]]
+== External links ==
+* [https://www.dccomics.com/ DC Comics Official Website]
+* [https://www.batman.com/ Batman Official Website]
-== Categories ==
 [[Category:DC Comics titles]]
 [[Category:1937 comics debuts]]
 [[Category:Batman titles]]
 [[Category:Detective comics]]
+[[Category:Golden Age comics]]
-{{DC Comics title}}
+[[Category:Silver Age comics]]
-{{Batman}}
+[[Category:Modern Age comics]]
-{{comics-stub}}