Wanted

In Wanted (1995–2004), French publisher Soleil launched a six-issue miniseries that reimagined the superhero genre as a dark, cynical power fantasy. Written by Mark Millar with art by J.G. Jones, the story follows a disillusioned office drone who discovers he is the son of a murdered supervillain and inherits a place in a secret society of costumed criminals who secretly rule the world. This limited series stands as a key work of the early 2000s deconstructive superhero trend, blending ultraviolent action with a biting critique of heroism and authority. Its influence extends beyond comics, later inspiring a major film adaptation that brought its twisted vision to a wider audience.