Bizarro

Bizarro (/bɪˈzɑːroʊ/) is a supervillain or anti-hero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by writer Otto Binder and artist George Papp as a "mirror image" of Superman, and first appeared in Superboy #68 (1958). Debuting in the Silver Age of Comic Books (1956 – c. 1970), the character has often been portrayed as an antagonist to Superman, though on occasion he also takes on an antihero role.

This article is about the fictional comic book character. For any other use, see Bizarro (disambiguation).
Bizarro
Bizarro as depicted on the cover of Action Comics #785 (January 2002).
Art by Ed McGuinness.
Publication information
PublisherDC Comics
First appearanceSuperboy #68
(October 1958)
Created by
(based upon Superman by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster)
In-story information
Alter egoEl-Kal/Kent Clark
SpeciesKryptonian clone ("Bizarro")
Place of originBizarro World
Team affiliations
  • Bizarro League
  • Legion of Doom
  • Injustice League
  • Secret Society of Super Heroes
  • Superman Revenge Squad
  • Red Hood and the Outlaws
Notable aliasesBizarro #1
Superman
B'zarro
Bizarro-Superman
Abilities
  • Superhuman strength, stamina, endurance, speed, recovery, and hearing
  • Invulnerability
  • Flight
  • Omnireplication

Reverse versions of Superman's powers:

  • Kryptonite empowerment
  • Ice, x-ray, telescopic, and microscopic vision
  • Fire and vacuum breath

In addition to appearing in the company's publications, he has also appeared in adapted media and tie-in products, such as animated and live-action television series, trading cards, toys, and video games.

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