Longest Running Superhero TV Shows

Longest Running Superhero TV Shows

Dive in as we countdown the “10 Longest Running Superhero TV Shows” that have truly stood the test of time.

Gotham (2014-2019): 100 Episodes

Gotham (2014-2019): 100 Episodes

“Gotham” is a five-season American superhero crime drama series that aired from September 22, 2014, to April 25, 2019, on Fox.

Superboy (1988-1992): 100 Episodes

Superboy (1988-1992): 100 Episodes

This superhero TV show aired from 1988 to 1992, diving into Superman’s early years in Smallville.

Adventures of Superman (1952-1958): 104 Episodes

Adventures of Superman (1952-1958): 104 Episodes

Airing in the 1950s, this pioneering TV series brought Superman, originally crafted by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, to life with George Reeves in the lead role.

Legends of Tomorrow (2016-2022): 110 Episodes

Legends of Tomorrow (2016-2022): 110 Episodes

DC’s “Legends of Tomorrow” aired from 2016 to 2022 as part of the Arrow verse. Led by time-traveler Rip Hunter, a motley crew of heroes and anti-heroes tackle threats across time, from historical villains to cosmic entities.

Supergirl (2015-2021): 126 Episodes

Supergirl (2015-2021): 126 Episodes

“Supergirl” aired from 2015 to 2021, transitioning from CBS to The CW. Developed by Adler, Berlanti, and Kreisberg, the series follows Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin, as she juggles her life as a journalist and a superhero.

Batman (1966-1968): 120 Episodes

Batman (1966-1968): 120 Episodes

The “Batman” TV series from the late ’60s, starring Adam West and Burt Ward, is a classic.

Agents of SHIELD (2013-2020): 136 Episodes

Agents of SHIELD (2013-2020): 136 Episodes

Marvel’s “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”, which aired from 2013 to 2020, is the MCU’s inaugural TV venture.

Arrow (2012-2020): 170 Episodes

Arrow (2012-2020): 170 Episodes

Next on our list is “Arrow” which debuted in 2012, kickstarting the Arrow verse and following the transformation of Oliver Queen (played by Stephen Amell) from a spoiled billionaire into the Green Arrow, defending Starling City.

The Flash (2014-2023): 184 Episodes

The Flash (2014-2023): 184 Episodes

The Flash sped onto our screens in 2014 as a spin-off from “Arrow.” Over its remarkable nine-season, 184-episode run, it etched its name as the Arrowverse’s longest-running series.

Smallville (2001-2011): 217 Episodes

Smallville (2001-2011): 217 Episodes

This favorite superhero TV treat is a 10-season American superhero series that reimagines Superman’s origin.