Attention all fans of pop culture and Jewish history! JLTV (Jewish Life Television) has announced its exciting partnership with The Center for Jewish History and TurnKey Pictures to bring viewers JEWCE: The Jewish Comics Experience – A JLTV Documentary Special!

This captivating documentary program (30 minutes) uncovers the real-life origin story of comic books and superheroes, created by pioneering Jewish Americans from World War II to the present day. As colorful and thrilling as the comics themselves, this program is a must-see for comic lovers and history buffs!

Jewish creators played a foundational role in the comic book industry, dating back to the 1930s and 1940s. Iconic figures like Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the Jewish duo who created Superman, infused their characters with themes of social justice and the immigrant experience, reflecting their own backgrounds as children of Jewish immigrants.

Jewish creators have continued to shape the industry to today, giving rise to diverse characters and stories that address issues of morality, identity, and heroism, often drawing from Jewish history, folklore, and values.

Broadcast Schedule:
October 15, 2024, Tu, 8:00 PM ET/PT
October 22, 2024, Tu, 7:30 PM ET
October 25, 2024, Fr, 1:30 PM ET and 8:00 PM ET/PT
November 2, 2024, Sa, 6:00 PM ET
November 3, 2024, Su, 8:30 PM ET/PT
November 17, 2024, Su, 3:30 PM ET
December 21, 2024, Sa, 4:30 PM ET

Don’t miss this thrilling journey through comic book history, available only on JLTV!