**DC Comics** is a leading American comic book publisher known for creating some of the most iconic superheroes and shaping the comic book industry and popular culture worldwide. Founded in 1934 by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as National Allied Publications, the company later adopted the name DC Comics, derived from its popular series *Detective Comics* launched in 1937[1][3][6]. DC introduced the superhero genre with the debut of **Superman** in *Action Comics #1* in 1938, followed by legendary characters like **Batman**, **Wonder Woman**, and **The Flash** during the 1940s. These characters, often referred to as the "DC Trinity" (Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman), became cultural icons and helped establish DC as a major force in comics[1][3][4]. The 1950s and 60s saw the formation of the **Justice League**, uniting various heroes into a shared universe, further expanding DC's influence[1][3]. Throughout its history, DC has been known for innovative storytelling and universe-wide events, such as *Crisis on Infinite Earths* (1985), which redefined its multiverse, and milestone narratives like *The Death of Superman* in the 1990s, which drove massive sales and mainstream attention[1][5]. DC also pioneered graphic novels and mature storytelling through imprints like Vertigo and DC Black Label, publishing acclaimed works such as *Watchmen* and *V for Vendetta*[3]. Today, DC Comics operates as a subsidiary of **DC Entertainment**, itself under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella. Since 2009, DC has consolidated its comics, film, television, and digital content operations, moving its headquarters to Burbank, California, aligning closely with Warner Bros. This synergy enabled expansion into multimedia franchises, including the DC Extended Universe films starting with *Man of Steel* (2013) and initiatives like the DC Super Hero Girl