5 Interesting Facts About Hawkman
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Aldis Hodge, Leverage (2008-2012) and Straight Outta Compton (2015) star, is portraying Hawkman in Jaume Collet-Serra’s Black Adam (2022). Hodge continues his relationship with DC after voicing Green Lantern in the animated film Green Lantern: Beware My Power (2022), which was released in July of this year. Black Adam (2022) has been steadily building hype over the year with the announcements of Pierce Brosnan portraying the mysterious Doctor Fate and the return of Viola Davis as Amanda Waller. In addition, Dwayne Johnson even teased the introduction of the Justice Society of America in an interview with Screen Rant.
DC is moving into a new era of film and television. A lot is in the air for the company’s future. However, some of their most vital castings are not concrete, the current merger saw the controversial cancellation of Batgirl, and some current cast members of the DCEU are constantly surrounded by controversy. Black Adam (2022) is set to hit theaters on October 21st and could prove to be an important step in a positive direction. Hawkman is a character DC fans have loved for decades, whether they met him in the comics or the animated series. The mace and wings are iconic, and we are very excited to see them on the big screen! As we prepare for DC’s most recent blockbuster, let’s look back at the winged warrior! Here are 5 interesting facts to know about Hawkman!
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5. First Appearance Was In 1940
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Hawkman first appeared in FLASH COMICS #1. Since then, the character has become iconic, having been featured in numerous comics as well as the hugely popular Justice League (2001-2004) animated series. The character’s backstory can be seen as convoluted at times; it is essential to note that the version of the character that many know from the animated series is not the exact portrayal of the character that will be featured in Black Adam (2022).
4. Hawkman Is A Reincarnated Spirit
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Where Black Adam is physically the same being as he was in Ancient Egypt, Hawkman is an ancient, reincarnated spirit. Hawkman’s physical form changes depending on what body he takes on; however, his spirit is Prince Khufu of the 15th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt. The DC Comics Encyclopedia notes that Prince Khufu has been “reborn countless times throughout the ages.”
3. He Was A Gunslinger
One of Hawkman’s many life cycles saw him born in the time of America’s Wild West! He took on the moniker Nighthawk and became a hero, always committed to fighting against evil “in any age,” as the DC Comics Encyclopedia phrases it.
2. He Was Also An Archaeologist
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Aldis Hodge will specifically portray Carter Hall in Black Adam (2022). Carter was an archaeologist active in the 1940s. This places Hall in the wave of archaeology after Howard Carter rediscovered Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922. However, more importantly, it sets him in place to fight alongside the likes of Doctor Fate and The Atom during World War II.
1. He Is A Member Of The Justice Society Of America
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Hawkman was the Chairman of The Justice Society of America (JSA) during Carter Hall’s life. His wife, Hawkgirl, also served with the JSA during this time. The JSA is the spiritual precursor to what would become the Justice League. It was formed during the tribulations of World War II and was specifically created to combat Hitler’s armed forces. The founding members are Doctor Fate, The Atom, The Spectre, Hourman I, and Sandman I, as listed in the DC Comics Encyclopedia.
Thank you for coming on this journey as we explored one of the DC universe’s most fascinating characters! Do you think we missed any interesting facts that would have been on your list? I hope you had fun and see you next time!
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