Creator Spotlight
Jack Kirby
Celebrating the birthday of Jack "The King" Kirby! The co-creator of legendary hits like the Fantastic Four, Hulk, Thor, and the X-Men, Kirby’s decades-long career built a legacy that stands tall today. His work has and will continue to inspire readers through his characters, forceful action and storytelling. A pivotal pioneer behind the House of Ideas, here’s a few of his greatest contributions!Jack Kirby
Captain America Comics (1941) #1
What better way to introduce a hero clad in the American flag during World War II than by showing him decking Hitler? Simple and effective, we have Joe Simon and Jack Kirby to thank for this one.Strange Tales (1951) #89
Marvel Master Jack Kirby introduces Fin Fang Foom!Fantastic Four (1961) #1
Jack Kirby set the standard for massive monster mayhem covers before the super hero boom. So bringing those elements together? Magical.Fantastic Four (1961) #48
The First Appearance of Silver Surfer and Galactus! Introducing the World-Eater and his enigmatic herald, the Silver Surfer, as the Fantastic Four stand in defense of Earth in one of the most beloved sagas ever told!Fantastic Four (1961) #52
The First Appearance of The Black Panther, T'Challa, as well as the nation of Wakanda! On a mission in the remote wilderness of Wakanda, the Fantastic Four encounter one of Marvel's most iconic heroes...and are bested in battle by the Black Panther! But how are the Inhumans involved in this earthly encounter?Incredible Hulk (1962) #1
Is he a man, monster or both? The jury is still out on that one, but fans have decided that this cover by Jack Kirby is one of Marvel's best!Tales to Astonish (1959) #27
He would rise to the title of 'Avenger', but before that, Dr. Hank Pym was the 'Man in the Ant Hill'! Ant-Man makes his comic debut in this sci-fi spectacle, penciled by Kirby. After toying with a size-reducing serum, Pym ill-advisedly tries it on himself...meeting his future insect sidekicks!Uncanny X-Men (1963) #14
For the first time, the Sentinels walk the Earth! To protect humanity from mutantkind, they've decided to conquer the world - and only the X-Men can stop them!Journey Into Mystery (1952) #83
Introducing... the Mighty Thor! The most exciting Super Hero of all time! When the Stone-Men from Saturn invade Earth, only Dr. Donald Blake can stop them -- but he stands no chance, not until he strikes a wooden stick on the ground and finds himself transformed into Thor, God of Thunder! Watch as Thor learns how to wield his hammer in battle! Only this new hero can save the Earth from being conquered!Sgt. Fury (1963) #1
The first appearance of Nick Fury. On the frontline or in the trenches, Nick Fury’s elite squad of the Howling Commandos are a force to be reckoned with! The Resistance against the Nazis is now in France - will a young woman turn the tide for the Commandos? Following the earliest, legendary adventures of Nick Fury, war hero!Avengers (1963) #4
The Return of Captain America as he joins the Avengers! The legend lives! Captain America steps out of the ice and into the Modern Era, helping the Avengers against enemies alien and Atlantean!Amazing Adventures (1970) #1
Will the Inhumans be able to survive two deadly missiles launched directly at the Great Refuge?Eternals (1976) #1
The First Appearance of the Eternals! King Kirby's very own cosmic series starts here! Deep in the God Chamber, archeologist Daniel Damien and his daughter Margot learn from their assistant, Ike Harris (a.k.a. Ikaris the Eternal) that he must activate the Cosmic Beacon deep within the God Chamber! But Deviants Kro and Brother Tode have another plan for Ikaris in mind...Marvel Treasury Special: Captain America's Bicentennial Battles (1976) #1
Commemorating America's Bicentennial! Check out Captain America's time-bending adventure as told by Marvel legend and Cap co-creator, Jack Kirby! A history lesson through the ages...starring the First Avenger!