Top 15 Superheroes That Need Their Own Movie

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Some characters light up comic pages, shape entire eras, and quietly build huge followings without ever getting a true big-screen spotlight of their own. They show up in ensembles, anchor acclaimed runs, and carry lore that stretches across decades, yet their names still haven’t headlined a theatrical poster.

Here are fifteen heroes with rich origins, distinctive powers, and deep story benches that filmmakers could draw from right away. Each one has appeared in memorable arcs, crossovers, or animated projects, and each one sits on a pile of character history that translates cleanly to a feature-length story.

Nightwing

Dick Grayson first appeared as the original Robin before adopting the Nightwing identity in the early 1980s. Operating primarily out of Blüdhaven, he relies on acrobatics, escrima sticks, detective work, and careful leadership skills shaped by his years with Batman and the Titans. His suit, tech, and police-scanner-friendly patrol style align him with street-level vigilantes while keeping ties to the larger Bat-family.

In print, Dick has led versions of the Teen Titans and the Justice League and has held long solo runs that map clean character arcs, recurring villains, and evolving relationships with Gotham. On screen, he’s featured in animation and live-action TV, but no theatrically released solo film has centered on the Nightwing mantle.

Static

Static emerged from Milestone Media in the 1990s as a high-school student who gains electromagnetic abilities after exposure to an experimental event in Dakota City. His powers cover electricity manipulation, electromagnetic flight using a metal disc, and inventive gadgetry that emphasizes brains along with energy output.

The character has sustained multiple comic volumes, crossovers with DC heroes, and a notable animated TV presence in the 2000s that introduced Static to a wide audience. Despite recurring appearances in animation and ongoing popularity in print, a dedicated feature film has not yet brought Virgil Hawkins to theaters.

Zatanna Zatara

Zatanna debuted as a stage magician whose real sorcery channels backward-spoken spells, a family legacy tied to the broader magical corner of DC. Her abilities range from elemental control and teleportation to complex reality manipulation, anchored by performance flair and long experience with supernatural threats.

Across comics, Zatanna has served with Justice League Dark, collaborated with John Constantine, and headlined limited series exploring her lineage and mentorships. She’s appeared in animated films and series connected to DC’s magic users, but a standalone theatrical project focused solely on Zatanna has not been released.

Green Arrow

Oliver Queen’s origin follows a stranded billionaire who forges himself into an expert archer and urban crusader, known for trick arrows and activism woven into crime-fighting. His skill set stays human-scaled, centering on archery mastery, hand-to-hand training, and resourceful fieldwork.

In print, Green Arrow’s defining stories explore vigilantism, social issues, and partnerships with heroes like Black Canary. The character has led long comic runs and sustained an extensive TV footprint, yet a theatrical feature built exclusively around Oliver Queen’s world has not reached cinemas.

Nova

Chosen by the Xandarian Nova Corps, Richard Rider carries the Nova Force, granting flight, energy projection, and access to an interstellar database. His stories routinely span cosmic conflicts, Corps lore, and personal responsibility as he balances Earth ties with galactic duty.

Nova’s publishing history includes major arcs alongside heroes in space-faring lineups, appearances in cosmic events, and mentorship dynamics with other Novas. While connected characters and the Corps appear in broader Marvel media, Richard Rider has not fronted a theatrical solo film.

Spider-Gwen

Gwen Stacy’s Earth-65 counterpart becomes her world’s spider-hero after a radioactive spider bite, bringing wall-crawling, spider-sense, and athletic prowess to a punk-inflected visual identity. Drumming, web-swinging, and unique rogues give her stories a distinct tone separate from other Spider-titles.

Comics have explored band life, multiversal crossovers, and friendships with other spider-heroes, building a sustained readership and ongoing series. Although the character appears prominently in animated features as part of ensemble storytelling, a theatrical live-action or animated film solely titled for Gwen’s hero identity has not premiered.

Martian Manhunter

J’onn J’onzz is a Martian with shapeshifting, telepathy, flight, intangibility, and strength, framed by a detective’s mindset and a backstory of cultural loss. His dual roles as empathetic counselor and powerhouse create a broad range of conflicts from street crime to cosmic threats.

He’s a founding-era mainstay of the Justice League in many continuities and has anchored substantial arcs that examine identity, memory, and assimilation. Despite repeated appearances in animation and live-action ensembles, a theatrical release centered solely on Martian Manhunter has not been issued.

Blue Marvel

Adam Brashear is a decorated Marine and scientist who gains antimatter-based abilities that place him among the most powerful heroes in his universe. His background covers advanced engineering, leadership, and decades-spanning continuity that touches historical and contemporary eras.

Key stories investigate legacy, public perception, and high-level science fiction conflicts, often intersecting with teams and prominent cosmic figures. The character appears across modern events and team books, yet no standalone theatrical feature has carried the Blue Marvel name.

Booster Gold

Booster Gold originates from the future, arriving in the present with advanced gear, a time-travel pedigree, and a penchant for tech-driven heroics. His toolkit typically includes a flight ring, force fields, energy blasts, and historical knowledge that complicates cause-and-effect.

In comics, Booster’s arcs explore timeline maintenance, friendships with heroes like Ted Kord, and missions that thread through major continuity events. Animation and print have kept him visible to fans, but a dedicated big-screen feature focusing entirely on Booster Gold has yet to debut.

Black Canary

Dinah Lance is renowned for the Canary Cry, a metahuman sonic attack, alongside elite martial arts proficiency and detective instincts. Her stories often weave music, community ties, and gritty street-level cases into superhero operations.

She has sustained solo series, prominent team roles, and long-running partnerships within the extended hero community. While the character appears in ensemble films and TV projects, a theatrically released solo vehicle bearing Black Canary’s title has not been released.

Squirrel Girl

Doreen Green combines super-strength, agility, a prehensile tail, and the ability to communicate with squirrels with a practical problem-solving approach. The character’s tone shifts from comedic to heartfelt without losing inventive tactics.

Her comics have produced acclaimed runs, team-ups, and encounters with a wide range of villains that highlight unconventional strategy. Despite cross-media interest and planned appearances in development histories, a theatrically released solo movie for Squirrel Girl has not arrived.

Namor the Sub-Mariner

Namor dates back to the Golden Age as the ruler of Atlantis, wielding superhuman strength, aquatic adaptability, flight via ankle wings, and political authority under the sea. His status often positions him at the intersection of surface nations and underwater kingdoms.

Across decades, Namor has served on multiple teams, navigated rivalries with major heroes, and headlined numerous comic volumes. Although the character has appeared in modern films as part of broader stories, a theatrical feature solely dedicated to Namor’s title character has not been issued.

Storm

Ororo Munroe commands weather on a planetary scale, with leadership roles that span teams, nations, and cosmic responsibilities. Her heritage, training, and diplomatic standing create a character profile that bridges street-level empathy and global stakes.

In print, Storm has led the X-Men, ruled Wakanda for stretches in continuity, and starred in arcs that examine power, faith, and community. She appears in animated series and ensemble films, but no theatrical release has been exclusively titled to her name as a solo feature.

Robin (Damian Wayne)

Damian Wayne, the son of Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul, blends League of Assassins training with the Robin mantle’s legacy. His stories focus on discipline, mentorship, and a learning curve shaped by high expectations and formidable skill.

Comics place Damian at the center of family dynamics, team formations with young heroes, and confrontations with legacy villains. Animated projects and shared-title appearances continue to build his profile, yet a theatrically released solo film carrying Damian’s name has not been released.

The Question

Vic Sage operates as an investigative journalist who adopts a faceless persona using a chemical mask, relying on martial arts, inquiry, and philosophical grit. The character’s methods emphasize street-level mystery solving and corruption exposés without superhuman abilities.

Through influential series and crossovers, The Question has partnered with urban heroes and delved into conspiracy-tinged storylines that suit noir structures. Appearances in animation and live-action TV maintain visibility, but a theatrical feature devoted exclusively to The Question has not made it to theaters.

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