Invincible

Invincible, previously a critically-acclaimed comic, is now one of the top shows on television and one of the fastest-rising games on devices.

The world of animated entertainment is rooted deeply in history. When it comes to shows that revolve around action sequences, however, animated films and television series have consistently been brushed off as lowbrow by critics. Invincible has turned that narrative on its head and helped the animated industry at large shake the false narrative. Invincible, based on Robert Kirkman’s iconic comic book series, features voice-acting roles from a decorated cast. That includes Mahershala Ali, Zazie Beetz, Clancy Brown, Sterling K. Brown, Lauren Cohan, Mark Hamill, Jon Hamm, Gillian Jacobs, Sandra Oh, Seth Rogen, J.K. Simmons, and, of course, Steven Yeun. The perception of animated films and television shows is changing — and Invincible has played a significant role in that long overdue development.

Invincible was first released as a comic book in 2003, yet interest in the story — whether via the animated film, comic series, or the tablet game — is as strong as ever. That’s a testament to how Kirkman has crafted a story that grounds and humanizes the experience of the superheroes in his universe. If you’re looking for a story that will pull at your heartstrings, make you laugh and leave you in awe of how extreme the fighting sequences can be, Invincible is for you.