Is Black Lightning part of DC or Marvel?

Is Black Lightning part of DC or Marvel?

Black Lightning (Jefferson Pierce) is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character, created by writer Tony Isabella and artist Trevor Von Eeden, first appeared in Black Lightning #1 (April 1977), during the Bronze Age of Comic Books.

Is Black Lightning in Arrowverse?

Despite a few references to DC Comics heroes like Vixen (who has appeared on Arrow and Legends of Tomorrow) and Supergirl, Black Lightning is not part of the Arrowverse and does not participate in the annual crossover.

Who is original DC or Marvel?

DC came first. That's the most important thing to know, that DC was there first. They were called Detective Comics, Inc, later to be called National Publications, later to be called DC, and they invented superheroes with Action Comics #1.

What Superheroes are not DC or Marvel?

Finally, DC Comics characters are not in the MCU because the MCU only includes Marvel characters. DC and Warner Bros. have attempted their own cinematic universe called the DC Extended Universe. The Justice League is DC's superhero team, while the Avengers is Marvel's.

What happened to Wendy in Black Lightning?

Wendy was kidnapped by the A.S.A. and placed in a stasis pod. During her time in the pod, both of Wendy's parents passed away.

Is watching Black Lightning necessary?

Black Lightning's “Earth Crisis” episode is not a part of the five episodes that make up the Crisis on Infinite Earths event, but it directly precedes “Part Three.” Following the crossover requires watching Supergirl, Batwoman, The Flash, Arrow, and Legends of Tomorrow, but Black Lightning is not obligatory.

Does Marvel steal from DC?

DC has copied a number of Marvel characters like Namor and Iron Man, but Marvel has arguably ripped-off even more from DC. ... While many of Marvel's rip-offs of DC characters crashed and burned, there were quite a few rip-offs that seriously paid off, and are some of Marvel's most popular characters today.

Who are the characters in Black Lightning?

• Cast and characters Cress Williams as Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning: China Anne McClain as Jennifer Pierce / Lightning: Nafessa Williams as Anissa Pierce / Thunder: Christine Adams as Lynn Stewart: Marvin "Krondon" Jones III as Tobias Whale : Damon Gupton as Bill Henderson: James Remar as Peter Gambi:

Who is Black Lightning actor?

• Cress Williams. Cress Williams plays the titular character of Black Lightning/Jefferson Pierce. The 47-year-old actor is best known for his roles in Prison Break and Hart of Dixie .

What is the Black Lightning?

• Black Lightning is a fictional DC Comics superhero who first appeared in 1977. Black Lightning may also refer to: Vincent Black Lightning , a UK-made motorcycle produced 1948–1952 "1952 Vincent Black Lightning", a song referencing the Vincent motorcycle , by Richard Thompson on his 1991 album Rumor and Sigh .