Atom (character)

The Atom is the name of several fictional characters and superheroes owned by DC Comics. The first Atom, Al Pratt, was created by Ben Flinton and Bill O'Connor. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox and Gil Kane. They have the power to shrink in size. The first was Albert "Al" Pratt. The most well-known character to use the name is the second version, Dr. Ray Palmer. Two later versions were Adam Cray and Dr. Ryan Choi.

The Atom has been the star of multiple solo series, and four of the five have appeared as members of various superhero teams, such as the Justice Society of America, the Justice League, the Suicide Squad, and the Justice Legion Alpha.

In other media

They are supporting characters in animated series and comics, Batman: The Brave and the Bold.