History of Invincible (comics) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 17, 2026

Invincible is a comic book series by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, published by Image Comics. It centers on Mark Grayson, a half-Viltrumite teenager who becomes the superhero Invincible, son of Omni-Man. The story follows his evolution as a hero, dealing with threats, relationships, and the complex legacy of his Viltrumite heritage. The series ran for 144 issues and has spawned several spin-offs. It has also been adapted into an animated series on Amazon Prime Video. The comic explores themes of superheroism, family, and the burden of power.

January 22, 2003: Invincible Comic Series Publication Begins

On January 22, 2003, the Invincible comic book series, written by Robert Kirkman and illustrated by Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, began publication by Image Comics.

2003: Image and Robert Kirkman Publish Superhero Series

In 2003, Image and Robert Kirkman published several other superhero series including Tech Jacket.

2004: Image and Robert Kirkman Publish Superhero Series

In 2004, Image and Robert Kirkman published other superhero series, including Capes Inc.

2007: Brit launched as ongoing series

In 2007, Brit was launched as an ongoing full-color series written by Bruce Brown, with artwork by Cliff Rathburn and overseen by Robert Kirkman. A two issue mini-series starring Atom Eve was also released.

2007: Trade Paperback Collections Released

In the summer of 2007, Capes was collected as a trade paperback. The three Brit one-shots were colored and published as a collection in 2007, as well.

February 8, 2018: Issue #144 release

On February 8, 2018, issue #144 was released, with Walker returning as artist.

February 14, 2018: Invincible Comic Series Concludes

On February 14, 2018, the Invincible comic series concluded with the release of issue #144, marking the end of the series.

January 2021: Live-Action Film Still in Development

In January 2021, Robert Kirkman reaffirmed that the live-action Invincible film, with Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg still involved, was still in development.

March 25, 2021: Invincible Animated Series Premieres on Amazon Prime Video

On March 25, 2021, the adult animated television adaptation of Invincible began streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

April 29, 2021: Second and Third Seasons Confirmed

On April 29, 2021, Robert Kirkman and Steven Yeun confirmed that Invincible was renewed for a second and third season.

April 2022: Battle Beast Story Announcement

In April 2022, it was announced that a Battle Beast story would be published in Skybound X #25, with Kirkman and Ottley reuniting for the story.

July 20, 2022: Battle Beast Story Published in Skybound X #25

On July 20, 2022, the Battle Beast story was published in Skybound X #25, reuniting Kirkman and Ottley for the story.

October 2022: 20th Anniversary Celebration Announced

In October 2022, it was announced that in 2023, in celebration of the series' 20th anniversary, its first issue would be getting a reprinted facsimile edition reprint and a deluxe edition reprint, compendiums 1-3 would be getting comic shop exclusive hardcover versions, and there would be a reprint of the series in a new 6"x9" graphic novel format with new covers from Cory Walker and Dave McCaig, an Invincible Universe compendium, and a secret announcement in January 2023.

January 2023: Secret Announcement Revealed

In January 2023, the secret announcement from the previous October was revealed to be a teaser for season two of the Invincible animated show.

July 2023: Invincible: Guarding the Globe Mobile Game Announcement

In July 2023, Skybound Games and Ubisoft announced the development of a mobile game based on the series, titled Invincible: Guarding the Globe.

November 2, 2023: Second Season, First Half Released

On November 2, 2023, the first half of the second season of Invincible was released.

November 14, 2023: Invincible Presents: Atom Eve Game Release

On November 14, 2023, Skybound Games and Terrible Posture Games released Invincible Presents: Atom Eve on Steam and Epic Games Store.

2023: Omni-Man in Mortal Kombat 1

In 2023, Omni-Man appeared as a playable DLC character in Mortal Kombat 1, with J. K. Simmons reprising the role. Invincible also cameos in the game.

February 21, 2024: Invincible: Guarding the Globe Mobile Game Release

On February 21, 2024, the mobile game Invincible: Guarding the Globe was released worldwide for iOS and Android.

March 14, 2024: Second Season, Latter Half Released

On March 14, 2024, the latter half of the second season of Invincible was released.

December 2024: Invincible Universe: Battle Beast Prequel Series Announced

In December 2024, Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley announced the development of a prequel series titled Invincible Universe: Battle Beast.

2024: Invincible Characters Appear in Fortnite

In 2024, Invincible, Omni-Man, Atom Eve, Allen, and Dupli-Kate appeared as purchasable skins in Fortnite. Funko POP! versions of Invincible characters also appeared in the 2024 crossover video game Funko Fusion.