Ancient Aliens (2010)
S8E8 Aliens & Superheroes
Episode Overview
Throughout the ages, humanity has narrated tales of extraordinary beings endowed with remarkable powers, from incredible strength to lightning-fast speed. Ancient civilizations spoke of deities like Zeus, Thor, and Hanuman, while modern culture celebrates heroes such as Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. Scholars suggest that these timeless narratives may share roots in a set of ancient oral traditions passed down by our forebears. However, could there be a more celestial explanation for these similarities? Ancient Astronaut Theorists propose that these myths might actually be inspired by incredible beings from beyond our world who once walked among us.