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Creation & Design

Brian Banner was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as part of the Hulk mythos, serving as the father of Bruce Banner, the Hulk.

Early Years

Brian Banner's early years were marked by a troubled relationship with his son Bruce, which was exacerbated by his abusive nature and mental instability.

Character Development

Brian Banner's character has evolved from a mere background figure to a significant influence on Bruce Banner's psyche, representing the darker aspects of familial relationships and the impact of abuse.

Cultural Reception

Brian Banner has been received as a complex character whose abusive nature adds depth to the Hulk's origin story, often eliciting sympathy for Bruce's plight.

Character Details

Real Name:
Brian Joseph Banner
First Appearance:
Incredible Hulk #267
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
brown

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Incredible Hulk #267
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Incredible Hulk #267
 
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1st cameo appearance of Brian Banner, Bruce Banner's father, in a dream-like sequence

Hulk appears as a scientist in a dream sequence

Incredible Hulk #312
Marvel ⋅ 1985
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Incredible Hulk #312
 
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Origin of the Hulk

1st full appearance of Brian Banner, the Hulk's father

Flashback: The Incredible Hulk #-1
Marvel ⋅ 1997
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Flashback: The Incredible Hulk #-1
 
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Origin of Bruce Bannner, specifically his relationship with Brian Banner

It is also revealed that Bruce accidentally killed his father

Incredible Hulks #619
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Incredible Hulks #619
 
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Brian Banner becomes a Hulk

Incredible Hulks #620
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Incredible Hulks #620
 
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Debut of the Green Door (retconned)

Al Ewing confirms the connection between Immortal Hulk #12 and this issue when Brian Banner is sent back to hell through the Green Door

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