Top Non-Marvel or DC Comic Book Superheroes. Discover the hidden gems of comic book superheroes, the extraordinary characters you've been overlooking. (Image credit: Image Comics) Despite the overwhelming dominance of DC and Marvel in the realm of TV and film, there exists a realm of remarkable and exquisitely illustrated comic book heroes that originated elsewhere. In this list, we present ten superheroes chosen for their past popularity, enduring impact, and historical influence, which undoubtedly deserve your attention. Among the noteworthy entries, this week witnesses the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Spawn franchises making waves. The TMNT series unveils the highly anticipated second installment of TMNT: The Last Ronin, while Spawn introduces a compelling line of four ongoing spin-off titles. It's important to note that this compilation focuses solely on superheroes, so it's understandable if you notice the absence of some prominent names. Our selection is reserved ...
12 Historical Details 'National Treasure' Actually Got Completely Right Have you ever wondered how much of National Treasure is true? If so, we're going to tell you. The movie, in which Nicolas Cage steals the Declaration of Independence, is pretty far-fetched on the surface. He plays Benjamin Franklin Gates, a historian searching for a treasure rumored to have been hidden since the dawn of America. When a clue points him toward the Declaration, he hatches a plan to wipe it and follow all subsequent clues. As unlikely as it is in the big picture, there are some historical facts in National Treasure . The screenwriters may have devised a fantastical plot, but they also took care to ground it in historical accuracy. You might be surprised by how many things referred to in the movie are based on truth. This list will look at the level of National Treasure accuracy, telling you what the film asserts and how it ties into documented historical facts. Which of these are the ...