Expectations are high for Joss Whedon's SHIELD live-action superhero series. While animated series based on comics have flourished ever since Batman: The Animated series broke onto the scene in the early 90s, live-action shows based on comic books are hit-or-miss. They require a larger budget to showcase super powers and outlandish costumes and mutants. Despite this, we were able to point out the five best live action TV shows based on comics - and managed to cut down the worst to five.

The Best:

1. The Incredible Hulk: This TV took its comic book source seriously, and the show profited...

Get ready to see the Watchmen by checking out other great comic book characters from Joost series that have made the giant leap off the page and onto the screen. The Tick, Superman, Wonder Woman, Blade and Aquaman are just of few of the superheroes you'll find!

Superman - The Beginning: The very first episode of Superman:

Blade: Pilot pt. 1 - Immortal warrior Blade sets up shop in Detroit with his partner Shen and investigates the vampire House of Chthon who are threatening total domination of mankind. Along the way, he forms an uneasy alliance with Kris...