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Ellery Queen
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Creation & Design

Ellery Queen was created by the writing duo Frederick Dannay and Manfred B. Lee, who wanted to create a detective character that embodied the intellectual aspects of crime-solving.

Early Years

Ellery Queen first appeared in a series of mystery novels and later transitioned into radio, film, and comic adaptations, becoming a staple of detective fiction.

Character Development

Over the years, Ellery Queen has evolved from a traditional detective to a more complex character, often breaking the fourth wall and engaging the reader in solving the mystery.

Cultural Reception

Ellery Queen has been well-received in both literary and popular culture, praised for his intellectual approach to crime-solving.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ellery Queen
First Appearance:
Crackajack Funnies #23
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Police Department, Private Investigators
Abilities:
Deductive reasoning, Problem-solving, Intuition
Equipment:
Notebook, Magnifying glass, Various detective tools
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
dark brown

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Crackajack Funnies #23
Dell ⋅ 1940
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Crackajack Funnies #23
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Ellery Queen, a detective

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