The announcement of an upcoming Animal Man TV series based on Grant Morrison’s iconic run has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the DC fan community. The news, which was first hinted at in a tweet, has sparked a flurry of anticipation and fans have been eagerly expressing their enthusiasm for the upcoming series.
From Obscurity to Icon: The Impact of Grant Morrison’s Run on Animal Man
Animal Man, a lesser-known character in the DC Universe, was created by writer Dave Wood and artist Carmine Infantino in 1965. However, it wasn’t until Grant Morrison‘s legendary run on the character in the late 1980s that Animal Man became a fan favorite.
Morrison’s run on Animal Man is often cited as one of the most innovative and thought-provoking works in comic book history. He introduced complex themes and tackled controversial subjects such as animal rights, environmentalism, and spirituality. The character’s ability to tap into the “morphogenetic field,” which allows him to mimic the abilities of any animal he has encountered, was also explored in new and exciting ways.
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Morrison’s run on Animal Man spanned 26 issues, and it left a lasting impact on the character and the comics industry as a whole. The series was praised for its creativity, depth, and willingness to tackle complex issues, and it helped to establish Morrison as one of the most groundbreaking comic book writers of his generation.
Fast forward to today, and news of an upcoming Animal Man TV series has sent shockwaves of excitement through the DC fan community. The news, which was first hinted at in a tweet, has sparked a flurry of anticipation and fans have been eagerly expressing their enthusiasm for the upcoming series.
Fans Show Enthusiasm for The Animal Man Series
The DC fan community has been eagerly anticipating news of the next TV series from the DC universe. The recent announcement of an Animal Man series has sparked a frenzy of excitement on social media. Fans have been sharing their enthusiasm for the upcoming series, with many expressing their relief that the series will be based on Morrison’s iconic run.
We're FINALLY getting Animal Man?? YES!!!!!!!!
— Josh W. Smith (@joshsmithbreach) February 28, 2023
FINALLY SOME REAL SHIT
— _ (@deadsilverr) February 28, 2023
Many fans have expressed their hopes that the series will build up to the “Rotworld” storyline, which was a major arc in the New 52 Animal Man series. This storyline saw Animal Man teaming up with Swamp Thing to battle against an apocalyptic future where the forces of decay had taken over the world. The storyline was highly acclaimed and is widely considered to be one of the greatest stories in comic book history.
They’re def adapting Morrison’s run but I think they’ll build up to Rotworld like the New 52 did
— Lo’ay (@Pozzywallah) February 28, 2023
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However, even fans who are not familiar with the “Rotworld” storyline are excited to see one of their favorite characters finally get the live-action treatment they deserve. Fans have also taken the opportunity to thank James Gunn.
Great character it's really interesting @JamesGunn thank you for that
— Yaz (@llSuperKent) February 28, 2023
The character of Animal Man is beloved for his unique powers and his commitment to animal rights, and fans are eager to see how these themes will be explored in the upcoming series.
As more details about the series are revealed, fans will undoubtedly continue to express their enthusiasm and anticipation for this exciting new addition to the DC universe. With James Gunn at the helm and Grant Morrison’s iconic run as inspiration, the Animal Man series has the potential to be one of the most groundbreaking and innovative superhero TV shows of all time.
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