Comic Books

Who was NOT a founding member of the original Avengers?

Who was NOT a founding member of the original Avengers?

If you're a fan of the Avengers, you have DC's Justice League to thank — following the success of the superhero team's comics, Stan Lee's boss basically told him to get cranking on his own version. And voila, the Avengers were born. But that was like 60 years ago. In 1963...

When did the Hulk first appear in a comic book?

When did the Hulk first appear in a comic book?

It's hard to believe, but before there was Smart Hulk the original big green guy had a bit of a stuttered start on his way to pop-culture stardom. The original series didn't last long, but after Stan Lee and Jack Kirby found out a college had named their mascot after...

Five Questions about the MCU

Five Questions about the MCU

There's no question that Marvel movies have been a dominant force in cinema (and all of culture) over the last decade plus. From debates over whether they're ruining movies to grossing more money than I can actually imagine, the MCU has been an unprecedented force in entertainment. Superhero fatigue? I...

Who was Marvel Comics first superhero?

Who was Marvel Comics first superhero?

Today the MCU is so big that we're debating if it's worth putting out just 20 movies every year instead of like 50. It's no stretch to say that Marvel is one of the most well-known brands in the world. But even Earth's mightiest heroes had to start somewhere. Who...

Who created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

Who created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

They’re mean, green, and each one has a unique personality that is relatable to our innermost selves. But do you know who came up with this unlikely set of superhero teenage reptiles? Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Who created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? You pushed the franchise too far....