This chart of the ICv2 "Superhero/Genre Franchises" reflects sales in all channels for Spring 2016.  The "Top 10" chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.

Top 10 Superhero/Genre GN Franchises – Spring 2016

Rank

Title

Publisher

1

Batman

DC Comics

2

Deadpool

Marvel Comics

3

Star Wars

Marvel Comics

4

X-Men

Marvel Comics

5

Spider-Man

Marvel Comics

6

Captain America

Marvel Comics

7

Justice League

DC Comics

8

Superman

DC Comics

9

Civil War

Marvel Comics

10

Daredevil

Marvel Comics

Note: Includes all channels

For more information on the graphic novel market for Spring 2016, see "Comic and Graphic Novel Sales Top $1 Billion."

For info on how to get your copy of the ICv2's Internal Correspondence #90 with the full market reports, Pick Hits of the best upcoming releases, and reviews, see "ICv2 Releases 'Internal Correspondence' #90."