Darkman

Creation & Design

Darkman was created by Sam Raimi and was first introduced in the 1990 film of the same name. The character was designed to be a tragic hero with a unique ability to create synthetic skin.

Early Years

After the success of the film, Darkman transitioned into comic books, where his story continued to evolve, exploring themes of revenge and identity.

Character Development

Over the years, Darkman has evolved from a simple revenge-driven character into a complex figure grappling with his identity and the consequences of his actions.

Cultural Reception

Darkman received a mixed to positive reception, with many praising its unique blend of horror and superhero elements.

Character Details

Real Name:
Peyton Westlake
First Appearance:
Darkman #1
Aliases:
Darkman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Darkman, The Darkman Series
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Master of disguise
Equipment:
Synthetic skin, Various disguises
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Marvel ⋅ 1990
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Darkman in a comic book

64-page adaptation of the 1990 film

This publication was reprinted in standard comic format as a three-issue series

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