The best current series to follow in 2026 are, at the top,Absolute Batmanby Scott Snyder,The Mortal Thorby Al Ewing, theBatmanby Matt Fraction andAbsolute Superman. This tier list classifies the seriesstill in publicationthat we can follow number after number, by their quality and regularity. Creators and publishers from 2026 announcements; schedules can slip.
Unlike a ranking of the best one-off reads, this tier list focuses on theseries that can be followed monthlyin 2026 — those that are worth a bookstore subscription. We therefore discard the stories that have already been concluded. The criterion: quality combined with sustainability, to invest your time (and your budget) in a series that continues.
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Tier S: the series to follow as a priority
Absolute Batmanis DC's most regular and best-selling series: an almost obligatory subscription for those who follow the news.The Mortal Thorcontinues Al Ewing's long-distance run, with remarkable consistency. THEBatmanMatt Fraction's main character connects the significant arcs, andAbsolute Supermanconfirms the solidity of the Absolute line.
Tier A: the sure values of the month
The revivalIron Manby Joshua Williamson starts a promising cycle.Absolute Wonder WomanetThe Flashby Ryan North offer regular quality reading, while the relaunchDaredevilby Stephanie Phillips sets up her intrigue over time.
Tier B: to be installed in your pull-list
The new Absolute titles —Absolute Green ArrowetAbsolute Catwoman— expand the line. THENightwingremains a safe bet, and the eventX-Men: Shadows of Tomorrowanimates the mutant side of Marvel.
Tier C: the mini-series to follow
Some mini-series are worth the detour even if they don't last:We're Taking Everyone Down With Us(Picture),Wonder ManetBarbara Gordon: Breakoutoffer short, full-length stories — perfect for testing an author without a long-term commitment.
To remember
- The Absolute line from DCconcentrates several of the best current series.
- Follow a current seriesallows you to build a coherent collection number by issue.
- The mini-seriesare ideal for discovering without committing to dozens of numbers.
- Each series refers to the file of the character concerned.
Frequently asked questions
Absolute Batmanis DC's most popular, best-selling ongoing series. On the Marvel side,The Mortal Thorby Al Ewing is the safest bet.
An ongoing series continues without a planned end; a miniseries has a fixed number of issues (often 4 to 6). Both have their interest: long-term follow-up or complete story.
The most reliable method is to keep a “pull list” and catalog your issues as you go — this is exactly what a collection management application allows.
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