Deadman Origin | DC Comics

Who is Deadman? 💀
Boston Brand was taken into the Hill Circus as a teenager and eventually became known as the world's greatest aerialist and acrobat. After one fateful night, Boston was killed and reborn into a ghost to palace the scales of karma.
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Interesting facts about Deadman:
∙ In Deadman’s first appearance in Strange Adventures #205 was the first comic story to be approved by the Comics Code Authority to include the use of narcotics.
∙ It has been revealed that Hook killed Brand to be initiated into the League of Assassins, which is run by Ra’s Al Ghul.
∙ His twin brother, Cleveland Brown, worked at the same circus as Boston. He was a strongman called Tiny. When Boston died, Cleveland became an acrobat to commemorate his brother’s memory.
∙ With the events of Blackest Night, the body of Boston Brand was raised by a black power ring.
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[@carlojay5549]

When I watch Batman: The Brave and the Bold. That was the first time I met Deadman. This video helped me know him better.

[@Manuel-gu9ls]

I first saw him in Justice League unlimited

[@superstarultra28]

@@Manuel-gu9ls Same. My favorite part is when he possessed Superman for the first time.

[@jonathonsirlord8251]

Same then saw more In JL Dark

[@orlandolee4438]

Same!

[@horithehearty5460]

Blackest night / brightest day for me

[@witch-markedwonderwoman5308]

Yes do all the Justice league Dark members: John Constantine, Witching hour Wonder Woman, Etrigan, Swamp Thing, Zatanna, Madame Xenadu, Man Bat, Detective Chimp etc.

[@tuckerhamdorf4405]

I think he's done all of them already

[@witch-markedwonderwoman5308]

@@tuckerhamdorf4405 has done most but not all., Witching hour Wonder Woman, Swamp Thing and there are more members that are lesser known.

[@homemaranha5649]

@@witch-markedwonderwoman5308 he made John Constantine and Etrigan origins

[@Auron1Roxas2]

Andrew Bennet too!

[@KidRunnerH]

I thought they were called Shadowpact?

[@pumpkinsunshine9696]

I just love the development and the story telling. I had seen him around, but didn't know him. Makes me wonder if Greyson and him had a acrobatic competition, who would win? To me, his real super power was to forgive his parents and move on. No wonder two gods favor him!

[@pforgottonsoul]

i'd say only one favors him.

[@edanmon3393]

Dick grayson becomes dead man in the injustice timeline its pretty cool

[@MUISHAGGY572]

Now you got me wondering: Who is Rama Kushna? She seems amazing.

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Looks like a cow worshipper

[@jarrettmoorejr1403]

Sounds like God.

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Mee tooo

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Hindu goddess.

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[@rommelcabrera7293]

I want to see Wildcat origin story next time :-)

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Do he marvel characters

[@dcmarvelcomicfans9458]

This music really sets the tone for this character especially for how I feel with this pandemic.

[@ZachBPresentz]

And after a very stressful day, you go on your KZbin feed and scroll down with low expectations until you see it. Can it be??? Then the realization kicks in, yes, yes it can, lol. You find a brand spanking new episode of Comic Origins and smile... Feels like slipping into your robe after a hot shower with your drink of choice waiting for you next to your special chair and... = Satisfaction & Contentment rolled up into one... Just what I needed, always enjoy these. Thank you Sir, well played!

[@ComicOrigins]

Thanks so much Zach. This comment was awesome and also made my night! Thanks again and stay safe!

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Can't go wrong with Comic Origins👊🏾

[@dragonballtalk8527]

Only when he did Aztec

[@jaredzhou2428]

Next: Lucifer Morningstar

[@queendevious3236]

Yes I was so confused when I saw the tv show was a part of dc so I really wanna know more about the comic character origins

[@anwarrazali2832]

Hello detective

[@raykoshorek683]

Their should be doing a Live-Action Ghost-like Adventure movie for Deadman!!!!!!!??????? Don't you agree with me!!!!!!!??????

[@guidbms]

Yeah, it's called Ghost and it stars Patrick Swayze

[@markmolino6091]

Agreed

[@SirRorschachJack]

Id say just make a Dark Justice League trilogy

[@raykoshorek683]

@James Westfall Woody Harlson or Nicholas Cage!!!???

[@od4407]

Lol no not at all...talk about a bomb of a movie, no one knows who he is and would get no traction

[@daveycortez2944]

I am sure this one is going to be outstanding.

[@darryljones9385]

He should do his own movie or tv series.

[@GREG_Khar-NÜ-Metalhead2000]

He maybe the only ghost character who has superhero looking costume,even his name is Deadman 😂👍👍👍

[@TheMasteroftheDucks1]

Do you joker’s origin It would be so cool if you like pool every bit and pieces a joker origins imaginable

[@TheMasteroftheDucks1]

To comic Origins thank you for giving me your like I hope your actions you take that into consideration ( my comment about the joker origin video where you pull like bits and pieces from each of the origins) Thank you

[@ComicOrigins]

One day I will do the Joker! Maybe on a special episode

[@jalenikezeue4114]

Did deadman ever seek vengeance on The hook or Jimmy in Two versions of the story

[@ivangomez123]

Ever since I saw the video of Phantom Stranger, I became a fan of your channel and I 've been knowing more about this characters of DC better than any other KZbin video. And your narrative is fantastic. You must do the stories of Raven, Blue Beetle, Mr. Freeze and Captain Atom.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you so much Ivan! I’m glad your enjoying the content!

[@arlenefried2008]

Can you do Amethyst: Princess of Gemworld

[@albertowusu-ansah4183]

Who else has noticed? Most of these characters had abusive father.

[@Manuel-gu9ls]

Why not abusive mother?

[@jarrettmoorejr1403]

Or lost their parents or parent.

[@shadowx9398]

Jarrett Moore Jr already have Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, and etc in the lost of parents column

[@liaml.e.5964]

I guess no well adapted person would dress up in spandex to fight crime...

[@aanyamallick7747]

Right Poison Ivy and Cassandra Cain aswell

[@kaylaturnis9486]

I had first seen Dead Man in a Justice League Unlimited episode where he had joined forces with the JLA to fight off Lex Luthor's team in order to avenge his master who he thought was killed by the villains.

[@lancemaltby895]

My hobby is collecting and selling action figures and statues. Often I will acquire figures of characters I know nothing about, as was the case today. I ordered a Brightest Day Deadman and he arrived today, along with a Flashpoint Cyborg. What I didn't expect when I entered "Who is Deadman" into the search was such a rich history and such a well made video about it. First time here, liked and subscribed. Looking forward to digging through the back catalog!

[@johnmeyers8588]

Deadman is one of the most underrated members of the DC universe. At one time I had the original issue of his origin. I wish I still had it!

[@W.O.Z._The_Horror_Fan]

Do Joker next please

[@marcusconley6258]

Can u do midnighter 😁😁😁😁

[@lotusgal313]

What a long sad complicated story 🥰 I loved it

[@firedupsports21]

Can we have a riddler origin and some 10k club merch please?

[@dragonballtalk8527]

Do who is the darkness from top cow. Do who is witch blade. Do who is wildcat do who is your mother

[@HydroSpider-Man]

Boston is probably the most underrated greater underdog hero in the history of heroes, most loveable character in dc by far

[@ivanjones4472]

Still this channel amaze with every single video you upload about all this wonderful characters of DC. Plus the narrations like you were reading a fantasy book.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thanks a lot Ivan! I’m glad you enjoy the channel!

[@cataclysmicbane9068]

This is the first one of your videos that I’ve come across and holy crap, am I impressed! The voice over, the music, there still images and the animations. You built up such an ambient mood that’s perfect for Deadman. I’m looking forward to watching all the other videos you’ve pulled out. Subscribed!

[@ComicOrigins]

Thanks so much! I’m glad your enjoying the content and welcome to the channel!

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They do great work. This channel is underrated but they deliver great work. Sub and enjoy.

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Same here and the music is haunting and creepy too! 😳

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U have the most calm and watchable story telling for DC comics more so than any other channel I’ve seen so creative too, you better not give up on us!

[@Grungeflower85]

Can you do death origins and the sandman origins

[@johannachr1983]

I just got into the DC 'world' and these videos really help 👍🏼

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you! Glad they help!

[@joegahan7055]

Sad that some families have such ill gotten childhoods with uncaring parents.

[@mercuryman1250]

I enjoyed how well you know your background lore for these characters you. Add Pre-crisis Virginia with new 52 and post crisis. Great narration

[@isiahharris6485]

Pls do a dazzler origin she is probably the most misunderstood superhero in marvel.

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Next : THE JOKER'S DAUGHTER

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Who is Trigon?

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Oh yessssss ... we all know about raven but I’m really curious to see trigon’s origin

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Raven's father

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Juan Rojo raven’s dad big teen Titian’s villain

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An omega level Titans nemesis

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A little bit of extra trivia is that the cows in the FALLOUT franchise are called Brahmin as a reference to the Deity Brahma, both Brahma and the cow being representations of creation and life

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I like this guy he stays on the animated series all the time

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I love hearing stories about heroes and villains origins I am impressed ❤

[@sawysauce1256]

So is deadman technically stronger than superman? Because he could just possess him right? Thats a pretty unbeatable power. Thank god hes not a villain

[@GREG_Khar-NÜ-Metalhead2000]

Nah Superman is confirmed by the God as the most powerful "stories" he will never be defeated,forgotten etc,character like Deadman is even can be beaten with strong will,Batman able to override him

[@fidgetelftree9432]

I think that he’s been forced out of other people before, right? Like if they have a strong enough will they can kick him out of their bodies?

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This channel should’ve been way bigger than it was! I miss it….

[@guidbms]

Yes! Fresh content has arrived

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Can’t lie I really like this channel

[@mimigih3615]

Great video!!! ❤ I Hope in the future you make one about Captain Cold 🙏🙏

[@dcmarvelcomicfans9458]

With this pandemic going on it's made me stressful almost every day especially with my mom no longer with us since she went into the light.( passed away three months ago) this video of deadman really resonated with me since. it talked about his rough upbringing and his tragic life after he was killed. looking for his purpose and then finally having a choice if he wants to continue what he's doing on his own free will or just rest in peace great video.

[@ComicOrigins]

I am very sorry to hear about your mother also that is touching that this video made an impact in your life! Thank you so much - stay safe!

[@dcmarvelcomicfans9458]

@@ComicOrigins thanks I appreciate it me and my family miss her. Well of course your videos do find a way to relate to people or at least stay relevant in society. Don't worry I will stay safe same to you.

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤

[@IkarisPrimeEternal]

Love your videos man I wish deadman had his own movie or tv series how awesome and creepy it will be specially for Halloween miss opportunity from Warner Bros

[@psychonaut2173]

i think what made the phantom stranger and the spectre videos so good was the sound effects and adding short tidbits from the stories.

[@dssouthern]

Awesome! Boston brand! The ladies man!

[@ilanafreidman8023]

Wow that was incredibly interesting!

[@kelvinsjoberg6680]

Can you plz do all the members' origin from JSA and JLD. (Only if u can) Love this page so much. I've been a DC fan not too long ago so I've learnt a lot about DC characters bcuz of this page. Keep rolling buddie ❤

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you so much! Also yes I will get to them all eventually!

[@benjakes4962]

Great character.... This would be a cool movie !!!

[@daveycortez2944]

Excellent video. You have a real talent for storytelling. I thoroughly enjoy your content.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you!!

[@TAKEDA0_0]

You di know its the right?

[@VampRune]

Wish this addressed his role in Brightest Day

[@kevinyoka4258]

The league of assassins were his villains including sensei until the came into Batman’s picture

[@danrebeiz4598]

Deadman. That’s when you know you’ve run out of ideas.

[@satan437]

Ever since I watched the origins of the spectre, I've been hooked on this channel and I always look forward to watching more videos. Keep up the good work.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoy the channel!

[@challenger9520]

Eric Kripke the creator of Supernatural was supposed to make a Deadman show. I don't think it'll happen now.

[@homemaranha5649]

I have no words i just say thank you! I love your channel now if you can do mister miracle or swamp thing origins

[@ComicOrigins]

Thanks for the support of the channel! and yes of course there on the list!

[@VixXstazosJOB]

I love how the only person to ever resist him quite easily was BATMAN himself.

[@darthmaul72]

That video was well presented and i thoroughly enjoyed it. Very informative and i plan on tracking down Justice league Dark series as a result. 😊

[@christopherjackson9615]

He's literally a Deadman walking but he's a interesting Character no doubt

[@Kinobambino]

This was great!

[@callofseiiki]

Awesomr And fantastic work And also your voice and this song XD its really Perfection X3

[@MegaRohan86]

I love your videos. Cover more new gods, Justice league dark, Sandman, Neron, Trigon, Lucifer characters.

[@dssouthern]

That was cool!

[@christophermutsekwa900]

Next all the justice league darks memebers

[@nitramskimada8964]

fantastic sound and video production and narration

[@pebblebrookbooks4852]

Does he ever possess Nightwing just for that "flies thru the air w/the greatest of ease" feeling?

[@raykoshorek683]

Can you do a origin story of the Gentleman Ghost for me!!!!!!??????

[@flyingprinprin]

I would love it if you did an origin video for Starfire. One of my favourite super heroines.

[@ramennoodles4784]

Didn’t Rama Kushna trick deadman into thinking that he didn’t deserve a peaceful afterlife? Deadman found this out so why does he still have frequent meetings with Rama?

[@chillabrew_glycolinstall]

We definitely need a Deadman show, that is structured like quantum leap.

[@lifeofkiran6285]

So. High quality production videos how come youre not famous man !

[@markherron1407]

DEADMAN:Ghost 👻 Hero Former circus 🎪 acrobat Boston Brand doesn't let a little thing like death ☠️ stop 🛑 him from helping people. He used to be a trapeze artist performing 🎭 under the stage name 📛 Deadman which he keeps as a code name 📛 in his afterlife. To make up for the sins of his life, Deadman possesses living people in order to try to make their lives better. He's a member of the supernatural team Justice League Dark 🌑 🕶️! Merry Christmas ⛄🎄 Blessings and hugs ❤️🤗💞🤗🙏🙏🙏!

[@markherron1407]

I forgot to mention his birthday, his birthday is November 6! Merry Christmas ☃️🎄 Blessings and hugs ❤️🤗💞🤗🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@markherron1407]

His Birth Card ♦️ is Ace of Diamond 💎! Merry Christmas ⛄🎄 Blessings and Hugs 💖💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@luiszayasramirez7278]

Thank you. I loved the stories.. it takes me back

[@evescajes8939]

Pls!! Make star sapphire's origin

[@kurapikakurta5701]

Could you please please do one on the joker I would be so grateful

[@dcmarvelcomicfans9458]

Are you dead man was awesome but I didn't know there was more to his story than that. Nice choice going with his new 52 origin it appears that's the one DC adopted in the Justice League dark animated movie. And I'm curious how many Origins does he have because the one in his video is the only one I know of

[@trexadvent4726]

Is Deadman similar to Spawn since he can come back from the dead?

[@raykoshorek683]

Great job for know the hole origin story of Deadman!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you!!

[@Marcus-ru1ht]

Love this! Not complicating, love the narrating, the background music, and sound effects! Your channel would surely grow and I can't wait to binge watch on the rest of your videos.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you and welcome to the channel!

[@chilliciouspatrioticmeatlover]

When are we going to see an origin of Green Lantern Mogo or Killowog

[@MurhsiziJessica]

Boston Brand just A MAN i want to work with

[@ziseotomo1398]

I subscribed! Great and informative storytelling.

[@markmolino6091]

I saw your video on the recommend section and I just clicked on it .I'm glad I did ,Cuz this is a good video.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you so much!

[@markmolino6091]

@@ComicOrigins ,You're welcome ,you got a new subscriber.

[@ComicOrigins]

Thanks for the sub. Welcome to the channel!

[@nikaoharbour6962]

1:10 is that gambit without red eyes lol

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Please consider ... Amanda Waller... how she became the b$%^tch boss she is who was she before the suicide squad so many questions

[@lunamoonstone2350]

wow that was incredible

[@HydroSpider-Man]

I wish I had posessing abilities like Boston

[@bigstaff666]

I love your level of detail in your videos

[@ionutalexandru9710]

Lets see now the origin of Gentelmen Ghost💀 Dc is very paranormal now.

[@oluhamilton2121]

As it turns out he DID have a brother, named CLEVELAND. For true.

[@oblivexx]

He was offered peace and rest, but rather stayed to spread good faith to mankind.

[@suckerman2439]

Did anyone know what is the name of background music being used at the opeing and at 13:50? I believe i heard it somewhere before,it have similar sound to bully the game in ps2

[@mathers1980]

Underrated channel!

[@ComicOrigins]

Thank you!!

[@ghosterine3704]

Hey! I really love how you include so much in all your origins! Could you maybe do Punchline sometime soon? I hardly know anything about her

[@bevkat2000]

This guy need a solo movie

[@dctvsandmm9066]

Happy birthday DEADMAN NOV 6

[@moonknxght_9867]

u should do White Canary's origin story next