The Authority: A New Era of Superheroes in the DCU

The DC Universe is expanding its roster with a new superhero team, The Authority, a boundary-pushing reflection and celebration of the Justice League and the Avengers. This high-concept team originated in the pages of the Wildstorm line, the independent superhero setting of Image Comics, and was created by writer Warren Ellis. The Authority quickly rose to popularity with its widescreen lightning bolt impact on the comics scene, thanks to its expansive visual language inspired by cinematic blockbusters and its revolutionary approach to large-scale, decompressed storytelling.

The team is comprised of Jenny Sparks, Jack Hawksmoor, the Doctor, the Engineer, Swift, Midnighter and Apollo. Each member brings their unique skills and powers to the table, offering a new perspective on what it means to be a superhero. The Authority was originally imagined as an ersatz version of DC's Justice League, but one that engaged with and exerted their will on a world far more like our own. This gritty, sarcastic, and violent team is driven by a fighting optimism, determined to make the world a better place through their powerful abilities.

The Authority's reputation became even more pronounced after the creative team of Mark Millar and Frank Quitely took the reins, setting the tone and style that superhero series would follow for the next decade. With its cool-kid energy and attitude, The Authority has become a trendsetting buzz book for the new millennium.

The Authority's entry into the DC Universe was a natural progression as the team's reputation continued to grow. The characters and their stories have been adapted for multiple mediums, including comic books, video games, and now, film. The Authority's film will be a part of Warner Bros.' new DC Studios roster, alongside projects like a Green Lantern buddy show, an Amazonian show set on Themyscira, a new Superman movie, and a Swamp Thing flick.

Get ready for a new era of superheroes in the DC Universe with The Authority. This exciting team is sure to take the world by storm with their dynamic characters, boundary-pushing approach, and unwavering determination to make the world a better place.