Angel & the Ape

Creation & Design

Angel the Ape was created as a humorous character in the late 1960s, reflecting the era's fascination with anthropomorphic animals and detective stories.

Early Years

Angel debuted in his own series alongside the human character Sam Simeon, where they solved crimes in a comedic fashion.

Character Development

Over the years, Angel has evolved from a simple comedic character to a more complex figure with detective skills, often serving as comic relief while also contributing to serious storylines.

Cultural Reception

Angel the Ape has been well-received for his humorous take on the detective genre, appealing to both children and adults.

Character Details

Real Name:
Angel
Aliases:
Angel the Ape
Species:
Anthropomorphic Ape
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Justice League, The Super Pets
Abilities:
Super strength, Intelligence, Detective skills
Equipment:
Detective tools, Various gadgets
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
5' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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DC ⋅ 1968

Low
$10
Mid
$35
High
$115

Key Facts

1st appearance of Angel and the Ape

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