Aug 15, 1942 CE
First Appearance in Detective Comics #66
Harvey Kent (later Harvey Dent) makes his first appearance as a criminal who becomes Two-Face after his face is scarred. He uses a double-headed coin to make decisions. #dc #comics
Chronological Storyline (39 Milestones)
1943 CE
Origin Revised: Harvey Dent as District Attorney
In a later retelling, Harvey Dent is established as Gotham's crusading District Attorney, close ally of Batman and Commissioner Gordon, before his transformation. #dc #origin
1948 CE
Two-Face's Coin Introduced as Double-Headed
The distinctive double-headed coin, with one side scratched, becomes Two-Face's trademark tool for decision-making, representing his obsession with chance. #dc #trademark
1954 CE
Two-Face Joins the Injustice Society
During the Golden Age, Two-Face becomes a member of the Injustice Society, a villainous team opposing the Justice Society of America. #dc #villainteam
1964 CE
Silver Age Revival in Batman #166
After a period of disuse, Two-Face returns in the Silver Age, with a new origin emphasizing his dual personality and the coin's role. #dc #silverage
1971 CE
Two-Face's Identity Revealed to Public
In Batman #234, Two-Face's secret identity as Harvey Dent is exposed to the public, deepening his tragic fall from grace. #dc #reveal
1978 CE
Two-Face Attempts Redemption
In the story 'Two-Face Strikes Again!' (Batman #307), Harvey Dent undergoes experimental plastic surgery and attempts to return to a normal life, but his dark side eventually resurfaces. #dc #redemption
1982 CE
Two-Face Stars in Own Ongoing Series
A short-lived Two-Face series begins, exploring his origin and battle with his inner demons, though it lasts only a few issues. #dc #solo
1986 CE
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Cameo
Two-Face appears in Frank Miller's seminal work, but is quickly killed by Batman, symbolizing the darker tone of the era. #dc #darkknight
1987 CE
Batman: Year Two Reimagining
In this story, Harvey Dent is a vigilante similar to Batman before his transformation, later becoming Two-Face. This adds depth to his pre-scarring psyche. #dc #yearone
1989 CE
Batman #360: Face to Face Storyline
A key storyline wherein Two-Face manipulates a plastic surgeon to create multiple 'Two-Face' clones to terrorize Gotham. #dc #storyline
1990 CE
Two-Face Joins the New Titans
Harvey Dent briefly becomes a member of the New Titans, struggling with his dual nature while working with the superhero team. #dc #titans
1991 CE
Batman: The Long Halloween Begins
The critically acclaimed limited series by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale redefines Two-Face's origin, depicting Harvey Dent's fall from grace tied to a holiday-themed serial killer. #dc #longhalloween
1992 CE
Two-Face's Origin in Batman: The Animated Series
The episode 'Two-Face' (Parts 1 & 2) airs, providing a definitive animated origin that heavily influences later comics. #dc #animation )
1993 CE
Batman: Dark Victory Continues
The sequel to The Long Halloween further explores Two-Face's reign over organized crime and his conflict with Batman and Robin. #dc #darkvictory
1994 CE
Two-Face Kills His Own Sister?
In the story 'The Caped Crusader' (Batman #512), Two-Face is revealed to have a sister named Camille, and his actions lead to her death, deepening his tragedy. #dc #family
1996 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The Ultimate Evil'
A novel by Andrew S. Krantz featuring Two-Face, though not mainstream canon, it explores his psyche further. #dc #novel
1997 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: No Man's Land'
During the No Man's Land storyline, Two-Face controls a territory in Gotham, ruling through his coin and terrorizing survivors. #dc #noman
1998 CE
Two-Face Becomes Batman's Ally Temporarily
In 'Batman: The Two Face' (graphic novel), Harvey Dent is temporarily cured and helps Batman as a vigilante, but eventually relapses. #dc #ally
1999 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: Evolution'
This story shows Two-Face joining forces with other villains to evolve Gotham's underworld, leading to a clash with Batman and the Titans. #dc #evolution
2000 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The 12-Cent Adventure'
A one-shot comic focusing on Two-Face's obsession with duality and his rivalry with Batman. #dc #oneshot
2002 CE
Two-Face in 'Hush' Storyline
Two-Face appears as a pawn in the Hush storyline, having additional plastic surgery to appear normal again, manipulating Batman's emotions. #dc #hush
2004 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: War Games'
Two-Face plays a minor role in the War Games crossover, as the gang war erupts across Gotham. #dc #wargames
2005 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: Under the Hood'
Two-Face is targeted by the Red Hood for his role in the crime underworld, leading to a confrontation with Batman. #dc #underhood
2006 CE
Two-Face Killed in Infinite Crisis?
During the Infinite Crisis tie-in, Two-Face is seemingly killed by the villain Alexander Luthor, but later resurrected. #dc #crisis
Jul 18, 2008 CE
Two-Face in Film: The Dark Knight
Aaron Eckhart portrays Harvey Dent/Two-Face in Christopher Nolan's film, whose scarring is caused by the Joker. The movie earns critical acclaim and broadens Two-Face's mainstream appeal. #dc #film )
2010 CE
Two-Face in 'Brightest Day'
Two-Face appears in the Brightest Day event, struggling with the death of his friend and ally, Dr. Harleen Quinzel (Harley Quinn). #dc #brightestday
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52 Relaunch: Two-Face in Detective Comics
As part of DC's New 52 reboot, Two-Face's origin is revised: He is still a DA, but his scarring results from a case involving a new villain, the Joker's daughter. #dc #new52
2012 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: Earth One'
In the alternate universe graphic novel, Harvey Dent is a corrupt politician manipulated into becoming Two-Face, adding new layers to the character. #dc #earthone
2013 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The Black Mirror'
Although not the main villain, Two-Face appears in this acclaimed story by Scott Snyder, contributing to the dark atmosphere. #dc #blackmirror
2014 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman Eternal'
Two-Face is a major antagonist in the year-long weekly series, orchestrating a grand plan against Batman. #dc #eternal
2015 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman & Robin Eternal'
The sequel to Eternal sees Two-Face helping Mother, a global criminal organization, revealing his manipulative side. #dc #robinester
2016 CE
DC Rebirth: Two-Face in 'All-Star Batman'
Scott Snyder's All-Star Batman #1-5 features Two-Face as the main villain, with a road trip story where Batman tries to cure him. #dc #allstar
2017 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The War of Jokes and Riddles'
Two-Face plays a crucial role in the war between the Joker and the Riddler, siding with one for his own gain. #dc #warjokes
2018 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: Damned'
In this mature-reader graphic novel, Two-Face appears as a supernatural horror, further exploring his tragic duality. #dc #damned
2020 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: Their Dark Designs'
Two-Face teams up with the Penguin to stop the villainous organization of the Joker, but his own plans backfire. #dc #darkdesigns
2021 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The Joker' (or maybe 'The Joker' series)
Two-Face appears in the Joker-centric series, revealing a tense alliance with his arch-nemesis. #dc #joker )
2022 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: One Bad Day'
The one-shot 'One Bad Day: Two-Face' explores a single day in the life of Harvey Dent, emphasizing the coin's influence. #dc #onebadday
2023 CE
Two-Face in 'Batman: The Brave and the Bold'
Two-Face appears in the anthology series, sometimes as an anti-hero, showcasing his enduring complexity. #dc #bravebold )