To say that superheroes are “in” right now might be the understatement of the decade. Marvel’s cinematic universe has dominated Hollywood for 15 years, and though its influence is finally starting to wane, its rivals have had plenty of time to curate a counterculture. The age of straight-laced heroes may be nearing its end, but shows like Watchmen, The Boys, and Invincible are finding just as much success by using supes to deconstruct the realities of power and abuse.
