1958 CE
First Appearance in Superboy #68
Bizarro debuts as an imperfect clone created by Lex Luthor, featuring reversed abilities. #dc #comics )
Chronological Storyline (45 Milestones)
1959 CE
Bizarro World Introduced
Superboy #69 reveals Bizarro World (Htrae), a cube planet populated by Bizarro duplicates. #dc #comics )
1959 CE
Bizarro's Second Appearance
Superboy #71 features Bizarro again, solidifying his role as a recurring antagonist. #dc #comics )
1960 CE
Bizarro in Superman #140
Bizarro battles Superman in Metropolis, showcasing his opposite powers. #dc #comics )
1961 CE
Bizarro in Lois Lane #16
Bizarro falls in love with Lois Lane. #dc #comics )
1962 CE
The Bizarro Superman Story
Superman #155 explores Bizarro's desire to be a hero, leading to conflict. #dc #comics )
1964 CE
Bizarro in Adventure Comics #317
Bizarro is transformed by red Kryptonite, causing chaos. #dc #comics )
1966 CE
The Bizarro Code
Superman #169 introduces the Bizarro Code governing behavior on Htrae. #dc #comics )
1968 CE
Bizarro in World's Finest #182
Bizarro battles Superman and Batman. #dc #comics )
1972 CE
Bizarro's World in Superman #248
Bizarro creates a new Bizarro World, further exploring his twisted society. #dc #comics )
1975 CE
Bizarro in The Phantom Zone
Bizarro is trapped in the Phantom Zone temporarily. #dc #comics )
1978 CE
Bizarro in DC Comics Presents #19
Bizarro teams up with Superman against a common foe. #dc #comics )
1985 CE
Bizarro in Crisis on Infinite Earths #6
Bizarro appears briefly in the multiverse crisis. #dc #comics )
1986 CE
Post-Crisis Reboot in Man of Steel #5
John Byrne reintroduces Bizarro as a failed cloning experiment by LexCorp. #dc #comics )
1987 CE
Bizarro in Action Comics #600
Bizarro battles Superman in a storyline emphasizing his tragic nature. #dc #comics )
1988 CE
Bizarro in Superman: The Man of Steel #6
Bizarro returns with a new look in post-Crisis. #dc #comics )
1990 CE
Bizarro in Superman: The Earth Stealers
Bizarro is featured in this graphic novel. #dc #comics )
1992 CE
Bizarro in The Death of Superman Prelude
Superman: The Man of Steel #18 features Bizarro fighting Doomsday. #dc #comics )
1994 CE
Bizarro's Revenge in Superman #92
Bizarro seeks revenge on Superman, leading to a destructive battle. #dc #comics )
1995 CE
Bizarro's World in Superman #105
Bizarro attempts to recreate his world, clashing with Superman. #dc #comics )
1997 CE
Bizarro in Superboy Vol.3
Bizarro appears as a clone in the Superboy series. #dc #comics )
1999 CE
Bizarro Returns in Superman #160
Bizarro resurfaces with a new origin story. #dc #comics )
2001 CE
Bizarro Mini-Series #1
A six-issue series explores Bizarro's origins and his world in depth. #dc #comics )
2001 CE
Bizarro Mini-Series #6
The series concludes with Bizarro finding a twisted happiness. #dc #comics )
2003 CE
Bizarro in Superman/Batman #4
Bizarro teams up with an alternate Batman. #dc #comics )
2005 CE
Infinite Crisis: Villains United
Bizarro appears as a member of the Secret Society of Super Villains. #dc #comics )
2006 CE
52: Week 25
Bizarro joins Black Adam's group, causing havoc. #dc #comics )
2007 CE
Countdown to Final Crisis
Bizarro appears in Countdown, interacting with other heroes. #dc #comics )
2008 CE
Final Crisis: Superman Beyond
Bizarro battles Superman in the multiverse. #dc #comics )
2010 CE
Bizarro in Justice League: Cry for Justice
Bizarro appears as a weapon used by the villains. #dc #comics )
2013 CE
Forever Evil: Blight
Bizarro features in the Forever Evil tie-in. #dc #comics )
2013 CE
New 52 Bizarro in Superman #23.1
A new Bizarro is introduced as a failed clone in the New 52 continuity. #dc #comics )
2015 CE
Superman: Lois and Clark
Bizarro appears as a threat to the pre-Flashpoint Superman. #dc #comics )
2015 CE
Bizarro Ongoing Series #1
A new ongoing series launches, focusing on Bizarro's adventures. #dc #comics )
2016 CE
Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol.2 #1
Bizarro joins Red Hood and Artemis as a new Outlaw, seeking redemption. #dc #comics )
2016 CE
Bizarro's Origin in Outlaws #6
The origin of this Bizarro is revealed as a LexCorp experiment. #dc #comics )
2017 CE
Dark Nights: Metal
Bizarro aids the Outlaws against the Dark Multiverse. #dc #comics )
2018 CE
Red Hood and the Outlaws Annual #2
Bizarro dies saving his friends from an enemy. #dc #comics )
2019 CE
Bizarro Resurrected in Red Hood: Outlaw #50
Bizarro is revived by mystical means, returning to the team. #dc #comics )
2020 CE
Red Hood: Outlaw Ongoing
Bizarro continues as a core member in the series. #dc #comics )
2021 CE
Future State: Dark Detective
Bizarro appears in a futuristic timeline. #dc #comics )
2022 CE
DC vs. Vampires
Bizarro fights vampires in the event. #dc #comics )
2023 CE
Bizarro One-Shot
A special one-shot explores Bizarro's psyche. #dc #comics )
2024 CE
Superman #5 (2024)
Bizarro appears in the current Superman run as a reformed villain. #dc #comics )
2025 CE
Absolute Power Crossover
Bizarro joins the fight in the large event. #dc #comics )