TV Superheroes That Give Comic Book Legends Tough Competition

5 edgy characters who double up as the unusual superheroes of television for their unique powers

A good superhero TV series is everyone’s delight. But there are always a few characters in every series that are powerful and formidable in their very own way. Here’s a list of our favourite TV heroes that are no less than your comic book favourites. 

1. Harvey Specter, Suits

Harvey Specter is a charming, confident and an arrogant man who doesn’t apologise for who he is. You won’t see Harvey worrying about what people think of him, whether it be positive or negative. In fact, he’ll sometimes use those negative opinions to his advantage. But he surely does know how to kick some ass at the court and serve justice to those who truly deserve it!

2. Javier Pena, Narcos

Javier Pena is a DEA agent and on a mission to end the flow of cocaine into the United States. He’s fearless and dynamic and is even willing to risk his life in order to achieve his goal.

3. Edward Meechum, House Of Cards

Edward Meechum was Frank Underwood’s bodyguard and he was a dedicated serviceman till his last breath. Frank kept him as bodyguard after his nomination for vice president, unorthodoxically having Meechum cross-trained and promoted to Secret Service. Meechum’s loyalty to the Underwoods is unquestionable.

4. Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock

Holmes is known for a proficiency with observation, forensic science, and logical reasoning that borders on the fantastic. He shows exceptional intellect and bold powers of observation while solving crimes that makes him a dynamic superhero in a modern world.

5. Oliver Queen, Arrow

Oliver Queen transformed from a billionaire play boy to a vigilante archer with superior level hand-to-hand combat skills. He fights crime and corruption in the fictional Star City and is indeed a real hero.