9 Times DC Comics Copied Marvel Characters

Aquaman from Namor

Two years after Marvel launched Namor, DC showed up with Aquaman. However, he's slightly more heroic. Aquaman garnered a lot of fame over the years.

Rocket Red Captain from Iron Man

Iron Man, introduced in 1963, is one of the most successful characters from Marvel. DC tried to do something similar with Rocket Red Captain but failed.

Black Racer from Silver Surfer

In 1966, Marvel's Silver Surfer received a lot of fame and popularity. Seeing this, DC decided to try their speeding non-corporeal entity, The Black Racer.

Atomic Skull from Ghost Rider

Atomic Skull is the least subtle on the list. The leather biker jackets and flaming skulls make it a clear copycat situation.

Bumblebee from Wasp

The Wasp has received significant recognition in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. DC's Bumblebee is a similar superhero with simultaneous fierceness and a cute look.

Guardian from Captain America

Captain America is one of the most beloved heroes in the MCU. DC introduced Guardian, a superhero with an indestructible shield, in 1942.

Red Lion from Black Panther

Marvel introduced T'Challa in 1966, a revolutionary black superhero who led an entire nation, Wakanda. Similarly, DC created Red Lion in 2016, an African dictator and a villain.

Imperiex from Galactus

Galactus, the destroyer of worlds, is one of the strongest villains in the Marvel comics. In 2000, DC tried its hand at an energy-eating lad, Imperiex.

Zatanna from Scarlet Witch

Scarlet Witch is one of the most powerful people in the Marvel comics. DC's Zatanna is similar to her. However, she has fewer magical babies.