Mar 1, 1983 CE
Jason Todd Introduced as Second Robin
Jason Todd debuts in Batman #357 as a street orphan caught stealing tires from the Batmobile. Batman takes him in and trains him as the new Robin after Dick Grayson leaves. #comics #dc
Chronological Storyline (43 Milestones)
Feb 1, 1984 CE
Jason Todd's Origin Retold in Batman #408
A flashback story reveals Jason's origin as a circus acrobat whose parents were killed by Killer Croc, later retconned. #comics #dc
Aug 1, 1985 CE
Crisis on Infinite Earths Alters Jason's Origin
Post-Crisis, Jason's origin is revised: he is a street orphan with a criminal father, not a circus performer. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1986 CE
Batman: Year Three Retcons Jason's Past
In Batman #408-411, Jason's backstory is further detailed, showing his father's criminal ties and his mother's death. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1987 CE
Jason Todd Becomes More Aggressive as Robin
Under writer Jim Starlin, Jason's Robin becomes more violent and reckless, contrasting with Dick Grayson's demeanor. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 1988 CE
Batman: The Cult – Jason Tortured by Deacon Blackfire
In this storyline, Jason is captured and brainwashed by a cult leader, showcasing his vulnerability. #comics #dc
Sep 15, 1988 CE
DC Launches 1-900 Phone Vote for Jason's Fate
DC Comics sets up a 1-900 number for readers to vote on whether Jason Todd lives or dies in 'A Death in the Family'. #comics #dc
Nov 1, 1988 CE
Jason Todd Killed by the Joker in Batman #428
The Joker beats Jason with a crowbar and leaves him to die in an explosion. Readers voted for his death by a narrow margin. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1989 CE
Jason Todd's Death Becomes a Major Plot Point
Batman blames himself for Jason's death, leading to darker stories. Jason's death is referenced in multiple comics. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1990 CE
Tim Drake Becomes the Third Robin
Tim Drake deduces Batman's identity and becomes the new Robin, partly motivated by Jason's death. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1992 CE
Jason Todd Appears in Flashbacks in 'The Killing Joke'
Though not directly, the Joker's origin story in The Killing Joke is often linked to Jason's death. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1993 CE
Jason Todd's Body Stolen in 'Batman: The Lazarus Pit'
Ra's al Ghul steals Jason's body to use in a Lazarus Pit experiment, setting up his resurrection. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1994 CE
Jason Todd Resurrected in 'Batman: The Lazarus Pit'
Superboy Prime punches reality, altering history so Jason is resurrected by the Lazarus Pit. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1995 CE
Jason Todd Returns as Red Hood in 'Under the Red Hood'
Jason Todd adopts the Red Hood identity to wage a violent war on crime, confronting Batman. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1996 CE
Red Hood: The Lost Days – Jason's Training
A miniseries detailing Jason's training with the All-Caste and his journey to becoming Red Hood. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1997 CE
Jason Todd Joins the Outlaws in 'Red Hood and the Outlaws'
Jason forms a team with Arsenal and Starfire, becoming an anti-hero. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1998 CE
Jason Todd Kills the Joker in 'Batman: Under the Red Hood'
In the storyline, Jason kills the Joker, but it is later revealed to be a clone. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 1999 CE
Jason Todd Becomes a Villain in 'Hush'
Jason Todd appears as a villain in the 'Hush' storyline, working with the Riddler. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2000 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood Identity Revealed to Batman
In 'Under the Red Hood', Batman discovers Jason's identity, leading to a confrontation. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2001 CE
Jason Todd Killed Again in 'Batman: Under the Red Hood'
Batman kills Jason (later revealed to be a clone) in the final battle. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2002 CE
Jason Todd Returns in 'Batman: The Return of the Joker'
Jason appears in flashbacks and as a hallucination in this animated film. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2003 CE
Jason Todd's Resurrection Explained in 'Infinite Crisis'
Superboy Prime's reality punch is revealed as the cause of Jason's resurrection. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2004 CE
Jason Todd Becomes a Member of the Outsiders
Jason briefly joins the Outsiders under Batman's supervision. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2005 CE
Jason Todd Stars in 'Red Hood: The Lost Days' Miniseries
A six-issue miniseries exploring Jason's journey from death to becoming Red Hood. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2006 CE
Jason Todd Appears in '52' as a Villain
Jason appears in the weekly series '52' as a member of the villainous group 'The Society'. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2007 CE
Jason Todd Kills the Penguin in 'Batman: Under the Red Hood'
In the animated adaptation, Jason kills the Penguin, but it's not canon. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2008 CE
Jason Todd Becomes a Member of the Red Hood Gang
Jason forms his own gang to take over Gotham's underworld. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2009 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood Identity in 'Batman: Battle for the Cowl'
Jason returns to Gotham to claim the Batman mantle, leading to a confrontation with Dick Grayson. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2010 CE
Jason Todd Joins the Justice League in 'Justice League: Cry for Justice'
Jason briefly joins a splinter Justice League team. #comics #dc
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52 Relaunch: Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 2
As part of DC's New 52, Jason Todd stars in a new 'Red Hood and the Outlaws' series with Arsenal and Starfire. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2012 CE
Jason Todd Kills the Joker in 'Death of the Family'
In the 'Death of the Family' storyline, Jason attempts to kill the Joker but fails. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2013 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood Helmet Becomes Iconic
The design of Jason's Red Hood helmet is refined and becomes a popular symbol. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2014 CE
Jason Todd Appears in 'Batman Eternal'
Jason plays a role in the weekly series 'Batman Eternal', working with the Bat-Family. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2015 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood/Arsenal Series Begins
After the Outlaws disband, Jason teams up with Arsenal in a new series. #comics #dc
Jun 1, 2016 CE
DC Rebirth: Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 3
As part of DC Rebirth, Jason leads a new Outlaws team with Artemis and Bizarro. #comics #dc )
Jan 1, 2017 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood: The Outlaw Solo Series
Jason gets a solo series titled 'Red Hood: The Outlaw' after the Outlaws disband. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2018 CE
Jason Todd Becomes a Teacher in 'Red Hood: The Outlaw'
Jason takes on a mentorship role, teaching a group of young heroes. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2019 CE
Jason Todd's Death and Resurrection in 'Batman: The Curse of the White Knight'
In the alternate universe 'White Knight' series, Jason dies and is resurrected. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood: The Outlaw Ends
The solo series concludes after 50 issues, with Jason moving on to new adventures. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2021 CE
Jason Todd Stars in 'Batman: Urban Legends'
Jason appears in the anthology series 'Batman: Urban Legends', with a story focusing on his past. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood: The Hill Series
A new series set in Gotham's Hill neighborhood, focusing on Jason's solo adventures. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2023 CE
Jason Todd Appears in 'Batman: The Brave and the Bold'
Jason appears in the relaunched 'Brave and the Bold' series, teaming up with other heroes. #comics #dc
Jan 1, 2024 CE
Jason Todd's Red Hood: The Outlaw Returns
A new volume of 'Red Hood: The Outlaw' is announced, continuing Jason's story. #comics #dc