Is Jaden Smith Static Shock?

If true, Jaden will bring to life on the big screen the character Virgil Ovid Hawkins, a African/American teenager whose exposure to an experimental agent gives him the power to control electricity. The character previously featured in an American animated series, entitled Static Shock.

Was Static Shock the first black superhero?

Although noted Static Shock did not feature the very first African-American superhero, Andy Mangels affirmed it was the first to have a diverse roster of characters and cast members as well.

What is Static Shock’s name?

In this TV series, Static’s full name was Virgil Albert Hawkins. In the comics, Static’s full name was Virgil Ovid Hawkins. Throughout the entire TV series, Static and Richie communicated with a pair of walkie talkies named Shock Boxes.

Did Static Shock have an ending?

Episode navigation “Power Outage” is the series finale of Static Shock. It first aired on May 22, 2004.

Is Black Lightning a grown up Static Shock?

Black Lightning is NOT an Adult Static Shock – While Jefferson Pierce and Virgil Hawkins (Static) both do have the ability to manipulate electricity and yes, their suits look similar, they have slightly different powers.

Who came first black lightning or Static Shock?

The character first appeared in Static #1 (June 1993) nearly two decades after Black Lightning’s first appearance in comics. Black Lightning, aka Jefferson Pierce, draws electricity from his own body. He also can absorb it, direct it, and manipulate electricity in other life forms (like, making someone’s heart stop).