This chart of the ICv2 “Top 10 Superhero Properties” reflects sales in all channels for the full year of 2008. The “Top 10” chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.
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Top 10 Superhero Properties |
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Rank |
Title |
Publisher |
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1 |
Batman |
DC Comics |
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2 |
Watchmen |
DC Comics |
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3 |
X-Men |
Marvel Comics |
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4 |
Spider-Man |
Marvel Comics |
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5 |
The Incredible Hulk |
Marvel Comics |
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6 |
Marvel Zombies |
Marvel Comics |
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7 |
Iron Man |
Marvel Comics |
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8 |
Wanted |
Top Cow |
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9 |
Captain |
Marvel Comics |
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10 |
Heroes |
DC/Wildstorm |
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Note: Includes all channels |
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For more information on the graphic novel market for 2008, see "Recession Catches Up With GNs in Q4."
For more information on the release of the ICv2 Insider's Guide #63, and information on how to get the ICv2 Insider's Guide, see "ICv2 Releases 'ICv2 Insider's Guide #63'."
