

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics
2010-11-09 · 90 min · ★ 7.0
A look at the history of the comic book publication that launched such legendary characters as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.
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- Directors
- Mac Carter
- Production companies
- DC, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Ryan ReynoldsNarrator (voice)
Mark WaidSelf
Neal AdamsSelf
Joe KubertSelf
Louise SimonsonSelf
Dwayne McDuffieSelf
Marv WolfmanSelf
Grant MorrisonSelf
Len WeinSelf
Walt SimonsonSelf
Jim LeeSelf
Dennis O'NeilSelf
Geoff JohnsSelf
Neil GaimanSelfTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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