Invincible Creator Robert Kirkman on Why Superhero Fatigue Isn’t a ‘Real Thing’

Discussing superhero movies has become a widely debated subject. With Marvel’s missteps, the demise of DC’s Extended Universe, and Sony’s struggles with Spider-Man films, many point to superhero fatigue as the primary cause behind the underperformance of comic book adaptations. However, Robert Kirkman, creator of “Invincible”, argues that superhero fatigue isn’t a genuine issue if the tales remain fresh and distinct.

Robert Kirkman expressed his view to Variety that while he doesn’t believe “superhero fatigue” is a genuine issue, the prevalence of superhero stories has reached a point where they no longer feel fresh or innovative. In his opinion, simply being a show about superheroes isn’t enough anymore because the initial intrigue has faded. However, this presents an exciting opportunity, as now that everyone is so accustomed to superheroes, we can explore new and fascinating directions with these characters.

Who is involved with Robert Kirkman on Invincible?

Invincible is a show derived from Kirkman’s self-titled comic book series that he co-created with Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley. Kirkman himself has developed this series for Prime Video. The story revolves around Mark Grayson, a 19-year-old character portrayed by Steven Yeun, who finds himself inheriting his father’s superpowers. As the plot unfolds, Mark strives to become Earth’s ultimate protector. According to Amazon’s summary, “Mark is compelled to confront both his past and future, all while learning just how far he must go to safeguard the people he cares for.

As a gamer, I’m thrilled to be part of the gaming world alongside some incredible talents when it comes to Invincible. Sandra Oh, J.K. Simmons, Seth Rogen, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Zazie Beetz, Grey DeLisle, Zachary Quinto, Chris Diamantopoulos, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Ben Schwartz, Clancy Brown, Jay Pharoah, Mark Hamill, and Melise Jow are all on board for this epic adventure. It’s going to be an unforgettable ride!

Kirkman, along with David Alpert, Catherine Winder, Simon Racioppa, Margaret M. Dean, Seth Rogen, and Evan Goldberg, serves as an executive producer for Invincible. Walker and Helen Leigh share the role of co-executive producers.

In this version, I’ve tried to use simpler language while still maintaining the meaning of the original sentence. The roles of the individuals involved in the production are clearly defined and easy to understand.

In a thrilling turn of events, Invincible Season 3 premieres on February 6, 2025! The initial three episodes will be streaming online for your viewing pleasure, exclusively on Amazon’s Prime Video.

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2025-02-05 19:40