Welcome to the ultimate hub of DC Comics timelines and other various timelines related to this superhero universe. This list compiles all of the DC trade paperbacks in a chronological reading order. Additionally, this page also includes fan favorites like the DC Extended Universe or the Arrowverse shows. We hope you enjoy! let us know on our contact page if there’s another DC timeline you would like to see. In addition, don’t forget to visit our Marvel page for a similar list of Marvel Comics.
Our Most Popular Timelines
These are the most important timelines that deal with the comics, including the all-inclusive main continuity timeline, our recommended reading timeline, and more!
DC Comics Main Continuity Timeline
The ultimate DC reading order, this DC Comics Main Continuity timeline assembles all the main DC graphic novels together into one place.
DC Events Timeline and Recommended Reading
Reading everything is pretty much impossible. But if you want the best of the best, and the most important events, use this DC reading order.
Vertigo Comics Reading Order
An imprint of DC Comics, Vertigo has been the home for more adult content in comic form. Though many characters have weaved themselves in and
DC Timelines by Category
Though most of DC Comics are…well, comics, there are many timelines that fit better under different media types, such as film, television, and video games. Here are some of those timelines. You’ll also find individual timelines for certain eras, alternate timelines, characters, and teams.
- DC Film
- DC Television
- DC Games
- Eras and Alternate Timelines
- DC Characters
These are the main film-based timelines set in DC Universes. Whether you’re a fan of the DC Extended Universe or the old Nolan films, or even the animated movie universe, you’ll find those here.
DC has been very successful on television. These timelines assemble various television franchises based on DC character. From the animated Batman: The Animated Series, to the more modern Arrowverse, you’ll find a wealth of content here.
These are the main video-game-based timelines for the DC Universe. Right now, there are only two main video game franchises that fit into this category, but who knows, there will probably be more to come.
The main continuity timeline above can be a lot to take in. That’s why we’ve broken it down into some of these smaller timelines. These also include a few alternate universe timelines that you might be interested in, such as the Amalgam universe, or the Earth One universe.
Perhaps you’re drawn to one character in particular. That is why we have a variety of character timelines available here, arranged in alphabetical order. We hope you enjoy!
Additional Resources
- A Beginner’s Guide to the DC Multiverse
- A Beginner’s Guide to Batgirl
- A Beginner’s Guide to the Robin’s of Batman
- Best Superman Graphic Novels
- Best Batman Graphic Novels
As always, if you have questions or comments about these timelines, we recommend you visit our Contact page.