The television landscape for comic book shows has changed since last year. In August of 2018, 14 shows were set to debut or return on broadcast channels and streaming services. This year, the number has shrunk to 10. Although that number may be a little misleading with?moving to a mid-season return and The CW’s?— based on the Archie Comics character — set to debut after the network’s winter break. 2020 will also see the debut ofStargirlon DC Universe, the return ofDoom Patrol, and one or two more surprises.DC’s Legends of TomorrowKaty Keene

But looking at the upcoming Fall season, there’s still plenty to keep us busy. The Arrowverse will be facing the “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover whileforecasts a world without Jughead. It is a time of Walkers, Titans, and a couple of new women making their mark on the Comics on TV landscape. So let’s take a look at what the 2019 fall season has to offer. And as we did last year, we’ll offer some comic book recommendations with thematic or direct ties to each show.Riverdale

Returns:September 6 on DC Universe

What to Expect:Once Dick Grayson () breaks free of Trigon’s () grasp, he will reopen Titans Tower and reestablish the team with Rachel (), Kori (), Gar (), Jason (), and Donna (). Hawk () and Dove () may also join the new team, but their status is a little more up in the air following their fight with the Nuclear Family. Meanwhile, Deathstroke’s () children — Jericho (Chella Man) and Rose (Chelsea Zhang) escape from his grasp to train with the Titans. It is a move fraught with danger as the legendary assassin is the reason Dick ended the team five year ago. What any of this has to do with the Superboy (Joshua Orpin) who escaped from Cadmus is anyone’s guess.Brenton ThwaitesSeamus DeverTeagan CroftAnna DiopRyan PotterCurran WaltersConor LeslieAlan RitchsonMinka KellyEsai Morales

Suggested Reading:The New Teen Titans: The Judas Contractby Marv Wolfman, George Perez, Ernie Colon, and Adrienne Roy

Debuts:September 25 on ABC

What to Expect:Dex Parios () is a walking trainwreck. She’s not over what happened in Afghanistan, and she’s not all that great at keeping a job. But her actual skill set makes her the perfect private investigator for the greater Portland, Oregon, area. When not on a case, she also makes sure her brother Ansel (Cole Sibus) has a roof over his head and gets to his job at her pal Grey’s () new bar. Things may finally turn around for Dex, but her old war wounds may need to bleed a little bit more before they can heal.Cobie SmuldersJake Johnson

Suggested Reading:StumptownVol. 1 by Greg Rucka, Matthew Southworth, and Lee Loughridge.

Debuts:October 6 on The CW

What to Expect:Kate Kane () returns to Gotham City when she learns her ex-girlfriend Sophie () has been abducted by a new gang themed afterAlice’s Adventures in Wonderland. It is not an easy return as she and her father () are not on the best of terms and she can barely tolerate his wife, Catherine (). But as Bruce Wayne’s only living relative, Kate has strong ties to the city and even to Wayne Tower itself, where she may find the tools to remind Gotham that it is defended.Ruby RoseMeagan TandyDougray ScottElizabeth Anweis

Suggested Reading:Batwoman: Elegyby Greg Rucka, J.H. Williams III, and Dave Stewart

Returns:October 6 on AMC

What to Expect:Following the Whisperer massacre at the fair, the various Virginia communities plan for war. Michonne () will also make her final appearance on the series during the season.andjoin Darryl’s band as Virgil and Dante, whilejoins the Whisperers as Gamma.Danai GuriraKevin CarrollJuan Javier CardenasThora Birch

Suggested Reading:The Walking Dead Vol. 25: No Turning Backby Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, Stenfano Gaudiano, and Cliff Rathburn.

Returns:October 6 on The CW

What to Expect:Leviathan is coming. The shadowy criminal organization is causing plenty of trouble over in the DC Comics Universe, and it should be no different on the Arrowverse’s Earth-38. Meanwhile, Lena () has it out for Kara () now that she knows the truth. Will Leviathan use her anger and her technology against Supergirl and the world? Meanwhile, James Olsen () will be saying his goodbyes to National City while Winn Schott () will be making a return to the 21st Century. On the couples front, both Nia () and Brainy () and Alex () and Kelly () will face challenges in their newly formed relationships ahead of the “Crisis,” which will dramatically change the show in the second half of the season.Katie McGrathMelissa BenoistMehcad BrooksJeremy JordanNicole MainesJesse RathChyler LeighAzie Tesfai

Suggested Reading:Event Leviathanby Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev

Returns:October 7 on The CW

What to Expect:TheBlack Lightningcharacters will finally meet the Arrowverse during the “Crisis” in December. But before that, Jefferson () must face the immediate threat of Markovia and its attempts to create a metahuman arms race. The conflict with Markovia may even take the Pierces out of Freeland for a time. Meanwhile, Anissa () will continue to look for Grace () and Jennifer () will become more confident with her powers. Also, Khalil () will presumably find his way out of the pod.Cress WilliamsNafessa WilliamsChantal ThuyChina Anne McClainJordan Calloway

Suggested Reading:Black Lighting: Brick City Bluesby Tony Isabella, Eddie Newell, Matt Hollingsworth and others

Returns:October 8 on The CW

What to Expect:Finally answering fan wishes for at least the last few seasons,The Flashwill feature two big bads split across the season. The first will be Bloodwork (). Initially introduced as Dr. Ramsey Rosso, an acquaintance of Dr. Caitlin Snow (), he will join Team Flash before his grudge against them explodes into violence. His story will leadThe Flashinto “Crisis on Infinite Earths.” For Barry (), the first half of the season sees him facing this prophecy from The Monitor (LaMonica Garrett): for the Multiverse to survive, Barry Allen must die. And in another “Crisis” connection,will play Pariah in addition to a “swashbuckler” version of Harrison Wells featured throughout the season. And for the Ralph Dibny () fans, he will be working the Sue Dearborn case throughout the year, but it is unclear how quickly he will have his fateful meeting with her.Sendhil RamamurthyDanielle PanabakerGrant GustinTom CavanaghHarley Sawyer

Suggested Reading:Crisis on Infinite Earthsby Marv Wolfman, George Perez, and others

Returns:October 9 on The CW

What to Expect:The season?4 premiere will feature a special tribute to, who played Archie’s () dad Fred Andrews and died of a stroke in March. Perry’s friend and former costarwill guest star in a special role in the episode,?entitled “Chapter Fifty-Eight: In Memoriam.” The series will then dive headlong into the gang’s senior year in high school. As Principal Weatherbee “ascended” with the rest of The Farm at the end of season 3, Riverdale High will get a new lead administrator in the form of’s Principal Honey. Meanwhile, Jughead () will find himself transferred to a private school where he joins the writer’s program ran by Mr. Chipping (). How it leads to the Spring Break flash-forward — and Jughead’s absence in that scene — is anyone’s guess. Also, Veronica () joins Cheryl () in a maple rum business. The series will also cross over with new series??when it debuts in winter 2020.Luke PerryKJ ApaShannen DohertyKerr SmithCole SprouseSam WitwerCamila MendesMadelaine PetschKaty Keene

Suggested Reading:JugheadVol. 1 by Chip Zdarsky and Erica Henderson

Returns:October 15 on The CW

What to Expect:In its final 10 episodes,Arrowwill see Oliver Queen () find resolution with people from his past and head off on an impossible mission given to him by The Monitor. Meanwhile, in 2040, Mia (Katherine McNamara) and the New, New Team Arrow face a new challenge as Conner Hawke () takes on his adoptive brother J.J. () — the natural born son of John Diggle) and Lyla Micheals (). For his part, Diggle will remain at Ollie’s side through “Crisis,” which will consume the eighth episode of the season. Episodes?nine and 10 will form the conclusion of theArrowstory.Stephen AmellJoseph David-JonesCharlie Barnett(David RamseyAudrey Marie Anderson

Suggested Reading:Zero Hour: Crisis in Timeby Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, and Gregory Wright

Returns:December 13 on Hulu

What to Expect:Alex (), Molly (), Gert (), Chase (), Karolina (), and Nico () are more divided than ever with Gert kidnapped by her own father () and Chase and Karolina being saved as a main course for the aliens who survived the destruction of Jonah’s ship. Also, one of the aliens is probably inhabiting one of the other children. Meanwhile, the other Pride parents are free to follow their own ambitions (for the most part), Morgan La Fey () will make her way out of the Dark Dimension and the Runaways will have a run in with Freeform’s Cloak () and Dagger ().Rhenzy FelizAllegra AcostaAriela BarerGregg SulkinVirginia GardnerLyrica OkanoKevin WeismanElizabeth HurleyAubrey JosephOlivia Holt

Suggested Reading:Cloak and Dagger: Runaways and Reversalsby Brian K. Vaughn, Adrian Alphona and many, many more.