Key Collector Comics
Beatles, The
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

The Beatles were formed in Liverpool in 1960, originally as The Quarrymen, and later evolved into the iconic band known for their innovative music and cultural impact.

Early Years

The Beatles gained popularity in the UK with hits like 'Love Me Do' and 'Please Please Me', leading to their first album release in 1963.

Character Development

The Beatles evolved from a pop band to cultural icons, influencing music, fashion, and social movements throughout the 1960s and beyond.

Cultural Reception

The Beatles received critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming one of the best-selling music acts in history.

Character Details

Real Name:
John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr
First Appearance:
My Little Margie #54
Aliases:
Fab Four, The Mop Tops
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Apple Corps, The Quarrymen
Abilities:
Musical Talent, Songwriting, Performance
Equipment:
Guitars, Drums, Microphones
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
varies
Hair Color:
varies

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

My Little Margie #54
Charlton ⋅ 1964
View Details
My Little Margie #54
 
Low
$60
Mid
$145
High
$450

Key Facts

Guest-starring The Beatles

Laugh Comics #166
Archie ⋅ 1965
View Details
Laugh Comics #166
 
Low
$12
Mid
$40
High
$125

Key Facts

Cover art featuring the Beatles

Strange Tales #130
Marvel ⋅ 1965
View Details
Strange Tales #130
 
Low
$10
Mid
$30
High
$160

Key Facts

1st appearance of Kaecilius

3rd appearance of Dormammu

Parody of the Beatles by the Human Torch and The Thing

Metal Men #12
DC ⋅ 1965
View Details
Metal Men #12
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$60

Key Facts

Cameo appearance by the Beatles

Summer Love #46
Charlton ⋅ 1965
View Details
Summer Love #46
 
Low
$25
Mid
$80
High
$250

Key Facts

Cover appearance of The Beatles

Interior story titled 'The Beatles Were My Downfall' about a girl obsessed with Ringo Starr

Premiere issue of Summer Love, one of two series that split off from the title 'Brides of Love'

Summer Love #47
Charlton ⋅ 1966
View Details
Summer Love #47
 
Low
$20
Mid
$60
High
$220

Key Facts

Cover appearance of The Beatles

Beatles Yellow Submarine #1
Western ⋅ 1969
View Details
Beatles Yellow Submarine #1
 
Low
$45
Mid
$135
High
$450

Key Facts

Adapted from the film of the same name

Issue includes a pin-up poster

Batman #222
DC ⋅ 1970
View Details
Batman #222
 
Low
$45
Mid
$160
High
$575

Key Facts

Cover art featuring the Beatles, unnamed

Story inspired by the Sgt. Peppers album artwork that was rumored to symbolize a Beatle had died

Marvel Comics Super Special #4
Marvel ⋅ 1978
View Details
Marvel Comics Super Special #4
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$60

Key Facts

Origin of The Beatles

Includes a poster

Wisdom #1
Max ⋅ 2007
View Details
Wisdom #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

1st appearance of John the Skrull, a Skrull impersonating John Lennon from the Beatles

1st appearance of Tink, a Tinkerbelle-inspired character with a mean-streak

1st appearance of Captain Midlands, counterpart of Captain America, made superhuman by the British Super Soldier Program

Wisdom #6
Non-Key
Max ⋅ 2007
View Details
Wisdom #6
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

1st full appearance of the Skrull Beatles, Skrulls impersonating the Beatles wearing Sgt Peppers costumes

Skrull John Lennon appears in the first issue of this series

Batman / Superman: World's Finest #10
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2022
View Details
Batman / Superman: World's Finest #10
 
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$25

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Dan Mora featuring Paul McCartney

Adjust Your Filters To See More Comics!

By default Key Collector searches for Standard Cover Key Issues.

Adjust the "Variants" and/or "Non-Key Issues" search filters above for additional content:

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])
  • Non-Key Issues ([[totalNonKeys]])

At Key Collector, our primary focus is on unearthing those rare Standard Cover Key Issues for you. However, the world of comic collectibles is vast and varied. We want to make sure you have the tools to explore it all!