Martian Manhunter
DC · 1988 · 4 issues
About the series
DC’s Martian Manhunter (1988) is a four-issue limited series that delves deep into the psyche of J’onn J’onzz, exploring his alien heritage and the loneliness of his double life on Earth. Written by J. M. DeMatteis and illustrated by Mark Badger, the story trades superhero action for a haunting, introspective character study, emphasizing the Manhunter’s struggle with identity and memory. This series stands out as an early, thoughtful examination of a Justice League stalwart, offering a quiet, atmospheric take that influenced later portrayals of the character.