List of television programs based on comics

This article is about television programs based on comic books. For comic strips, see List of television series based on comic strips.

This is a list of television shows based on comics.

DC and Marvel

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As so many DC and Marvel comic books have been adapted into television shows, they have separate entries:

Independents

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Live-action

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Animated

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Manga

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Manga are comics created in Japan.

Live action

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Animation

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Series about comics

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  • According to Jim (2001–2009) – Andy, one of the main characters, is a fan of comics.
  • Alien Dawn (2013–2014) – Series about a boy investigating alien activity and conspiracy theories that inspired his missing father's comic book.
  • Almost Heroes (2011) – Sitcom about two brothers running their late father's comic book store.
  • American Horror Story: Cult (2017) – A part of the American Horror Story anthology. It features the character Twisty the Clown in a comic book.
  • A Pup Named Scooby-Doo (1988–1991) – Part of the Scooby-Doo franchise. In the series, Scooby and Shaggy are fans of the comic book "Commander Cool and Mellow Mutt." They often dress like the characters in the series.
  • Are You Afraid of the Dark?: Curse of the Shadows (2020) – Jai, a member of the Midnight Society, is heavily into comic books. His favorite book is "The Ghastly Grinner."
  • Bakuman (2008–2012) – Anime series about two teenage manga creators.
  • Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever. (2018) – A group of teenagers attempt to sneak into a comic book convention to show their homemade comic book to their favorite comic book author.
  • Big Bad Beetleborgs (1996–1998) – A group of kids are transformed into their favorite comic book superheroes.
  • The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019) – Most of the main characters are comic book fans. Nearly every episode references comic books.
  • Bless the Harts (2019–present) – One of the main characters, Violet Hart, is an aspiring artist who makes her own comics.
  • Blood Ties (2007) – The main protagonist, Henry Fitzroy, works as a graphic novelist.
  • Bob (1992–1993) – Sitcom about a comic book creator.
  • The Bureau of Magical Things (2018–present) – One of the main characters, Peter, is a comic book fan.
  • The Cape (2011) – An honest cop becomes a superhero based on his son's favorite comic book character.
  • Caroline in the City (1995–1999) – Sitcom about a comic strip artist.
  • The Casagrandes (2019–2022) – Like its predecessor, The Loud House, the series' background art is heavily influenced by comic strips.
  • The Comic Artist and His Assistants: The Animation (2014) – Anime about a manga author.
  • The Comic Book Greats (1991–1992) – Docuseries hosted by Stan Lee. The series interviewed various comic artists.
  • Comic Book Men (2012–2018) – A reality TV series centering on Jay and Silent Bob's Secret Stash: a comic book store owned by filmmaker Kevin Smith.
  • Comic Girls (2018) – Anime about a group of girls determined to make the best manga.
  • Comic Party (2001) – Anime about two friends who visit a Comic Party Convention.
  • Comic Party Revolution (2005) - Sequel to Comic Party.
  • Comic Store Heroes (2012) – Reality series setting in Midtown Comics.
  • The Comic Strip (1987) – Animated series featuring segments of original cartoons in the form of a comic strip.
  • Con Man (2015–2017) – Web comedy about a struggling actor eking out a living by attending comic book conventions.
  • Corner Gas (2004–2009) – The main character is an avid comic book fan.
  • Crazy Fun Park (2023–present) – The main protagonist, Chester, aspires to be a graphic novelist.
  • Creepshow (2019) – Horror anthology centering on a comic book.
  • Dark Oracle (2004–2006) – Teen drama centering on a comic book.
  • Detention (1999–2000) – One of the main characters, Jim Kim, is an obsessed comic book fan. He references comic books in each episode.
  • Doug (1991–1999) – The main protagonist, Doug, aspires to be a comic book artist. He draws his own comic book featuring his alter-ego, Quilman.
  • Downtown (1999) – The main protagonist, Alex Hanson, collects comics and toys. He is infatuated with Serena- a goth girl who works at a comic store called Starbase 12.
  • Dragons of Wonderhatch (2023–2024)- Posuka Demizu, a manga artist, works on the series as both character designer and concept artist.
  • The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants (2018–present) – Series about two boys who make their own comics. They hypnotize their principal into becoming their comic creation.
  • Fairly OddParents (2001–2017) – The series features a reoccurring character, the Crimson Chin: a comic book superhero.
  • Fanboy & Chum Chum (2009–2012) – Animated series about two comic book fans.
  • Geeking Out (2016) – Series exploring comic books and other forms of nerd culture.
  • Groovie Goolies (1970–1972) – Animated series featuring Archie Comics' Sabrina Spellman as a supporting character.
  • Hazbin Hotel (2017–present) – Three of the characters (Alastor, Angel Dust and Husk) were originally from the series creator's webcomic ZooPhobia.
  • Helluva Boss (2020–present) – Animated series created by web comic artist Vivienne Medrano.
  • Heroes (2006–2010) – Series told in the form of a comic book.
  • Heroes Reborn (2015) – Series told in the form of a comic book.
  • Hey Dude (1989–1991) – One of the ranchers, Buddy, is a fan of comics. Another rancher, Danny, makes his own comic strip.
  • High School USA! (2013–2015) – Parody of Archie Comics.
  • I'm a Virgo – Cootie, the main character, reads comic books based on his favorite superhero, the Hero.
  • The Imperfects (2022) – One of the main characters, Juan Ruiz, is a graphic novelist.
  • Invader Zim (2001–2002) – Animated series created by comic artist Jhonen Vasquez.
  • I Woke Up a Vampire (2023) – Kev, one of the main characters, is a comic fan who works at a comic book store. He uses comics as a source to research supernatural beings.
  • Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre (2023) – Series with episodes adapted from manga by artist Junji Ito.
  • Kid Cosmic (2020) – Animated series about a comic book fan who becomes a superhero. The format is inspired by comic books.
  • Kirk (1995–1997) – Sitcom about an illustrator taking care of his family.
  • The Life and Times of Juniper Lee (2005–2007) – Animated series created by comic artist Judd Winick.
  • The Loud House (2016–present)– The main character, Lincoln Loud, is an avid comic book fan. The series' background art is heavily inspired by comic strips.
  • Masters of Horror (2005–2007)– The episode, Jenifer, is based on a story from the horror comic Creepy by Bruce Jones and Bernie Wrightson.
  • Meteor Garden II (2022) – Sequel to the television series, Metero Garden, which is based on a manga.
  • McGee and Me! (1989–1995) – Series about an aspiring cartoonist having adventures with his creation while growing in his Christian faith.
  • Mighty Med (2013–2015) – Sitcom about two teenaged comic fans who work as doctors in a superhero hospital.
  • Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2015–present) – Two characters, Marc and Nathaniel, make their own Ladybug manga.
  • Mission Hill (1999–2002) – Animated sitcom about an aspiring cartoonist who lives with his teenaged brother in a big city-loft.
  • Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun (2014) - A high school girl falls for a manga artist.
  • My Secret Identity (1988–1991) – The main character, Andrew Clements, is an avid comic fan.
  • My Wife and Kids (2001–2005) – One of the main characters, Junior, is heavily involved with comic books.
  • Nerds and Monsters (2014–2016) – Most of the main characters are heavily into nerd culture, including comics. The characters are often seen reading comics.
  • Once a Hero (1987) – Series about a comic book superhero coming to life.
  • Primos (2024–present) – Tater Ramirez Humphrey, the main protagonist, reads and draws comics and manga.
  • Private Psycho Lesson (1996) – Anime mini-series created by manga artist U-Jin.
  • Project Mc2 (2015–2017) – One of the main characters, Devon D'Marco, is a graphic novelist.
  • Queer as Folk (2000–2005) – One of the characters, Michael Novotny is an avid comic book fan. He reads comics, attends conventions, and eventually owns a comic store and writes his own comic.
  • The Real Ghostbusters - (1986–1991) – One of the main characters, Ray Stantz, is a comic book fan. His favorite comic book character is the superhero, Captain Steel, who was featured in two episodes.
  • Recess (1997–2001) – The main characters are fans of the comic book Senor Fusion.
  • Re:Creators (2017) – Anime series about comic characters coming to life.
  • The Replacements (2006–2009) – Two orphans use an ad in a comic book to replace things.
  • Rocko's Modern Life (1993–1996) – The main protagonist, Rocko, works at a comic book shop.
  • Roseanne (1988–2018) – Two of the main characters, David Healy and Darlene Conner, were graphic novelists. David was the artist and Darlene was the writer.
  • Scorpion (2014–2018) – One of the main characters, Sly, reads comics. His favorite comic book is an original character named "Super Fun Guy."
  • Scream (2015–2019) – Two of the main characters, Noah Foster and Stavo Acosta, are comic fans. Stavo draws his own horror-themed comics. Later, Noah and Stavo partner up to make their own graphic novel.
  • Supernatural Academy (2022) – One of the main characters, Mischa, is a comic artist. She also has a best friend who is heavily into comics.
  • Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (2020) – Anime series about an eccentric manga artist.
  • Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (2020) – Live-action series about an eccentric manga artist.
  • The Simpsons (1989–present) – The series features a reoccurring character, Comic Book Guy. He is a comic book collector who owns the local comic book store. He often criticizes and references comic books.
  • Tear Along the Dotted Line (2021) – Animated sitcom about a cartoonist in Rome and an imaginary armadillo. The series is created by comic artist Zerocalcare.
  • The Troop (2009–2013) – One of the main characters is an aspiring comic artist.
  • Utopia (2013–2014) – Sci-fi series centering on a group of fans discovering that their favorite comic book is based on reality.
  • Utopia (2020) – Series based on the British television series of the same name. The series centers on a group of comic book fans.
  • Warped! (2022) – Sitcom centered in a comic book store.
  • We Baby Bears (2022) – Prequel to the series We Bare Bears, which is based on a webcomic.
  • Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa (1992–1993) – Animated series created by comic artist Ryan Brown.
  • Woke (2020–2022) – Sitcom about a black comic book artist whose perception on life is changed after being unjustly assaulted by policemen. The series is also based on a comic strip.
  • Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon (2020–present) – Sequel to the series Inuyasha. which is based on a manga.
  • Young Sheldon (2017–2024) – Two characters, Sheldon Cooper and Tam Nguyen, are comic fans. They shop at a store called "Big City Comix" where Sheldon's sister, Missy, eventually works.
  • Zero (2021) – Omar, the male lead protagonist, is an aspiring manga artist.

See also

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