Watchmen

Watchmen is a revolutionary comic series that deconstructs the traditional superhero genre. Set in an alternate reality where superheroes are part of society, it delves into the personal and moral complexities of its characters, including the mysterious and almost god-like figure, Dr. Manhattan, and the vigilante Rorschach. It explores themes of power, morality, and the ethics of vigilantism. Widely considered one of the greatest graphic novels ever, Watchmen has had a significant influence on modern comics and superhero films. It was later adapted into a 2009 film and an HBO series in 2019.