How an outside idea reaches a company, in its own words · checked 2026-10-29
How to pitch a comic to DC
Does not take outside ideas
DC is accepting no unsolicited script or art submissions. It has bought Jim Lee’s WildStorm studio and the rights to Captain Marvel, revived as Shazam!
“If you have questions about script or art submissions, we are not currently accepting any unsolicited submissions.”
What it has bought from outside
1998
WildStorm (Jim Lee's studio and imprint under Image Comics) from Jim Lee
“In 1998, DC purchased WildStorm Comics, Jim Lee 's imprint under the Image Comics banner, continuing it for many years as a wholly separate imprint (and fictional universe) with its own unique style and audience.” en.wikipedia.org
1972
Captain Marvel (rights), revived as Shazam! from Fawcett Comics
“Years later, Fawcett sold the rights for Captain Marvel to DC Comics, and in 1972 the character was revived in DC's new title Shazam!” en.wikipedia.org
