Key Collector Comics
Forbush Man
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Forbush Man was created as a parody of superhero tropes, embodying the humorous and satirical style of Marvel's Not Brand Echh series.

Early Years

Initially appearing in the late 1960s, Forbush Man was a comedic character who often found himself in absurd situations, poking fun at the superhero genre.

Character Development

Over the years, Forbush Man has evolved from a simple parody character to a beloved figure in Marvel's comedic lore, often referenced in various media.

Cultural Reception

Forbush Man has been well-received by fans for his humorous take on the superhero genre, often cited as a cult favorite.

Character Details

Real Name:
Harvey Kurtzman
First Appearance:
Snafu #1
Aliases:
Forbush Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Inhumans, The Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Regeneration
Equipment:
Forbush Shield
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
brown

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

Snafu #1
Red Circle Magazines ⋅ 1955
View Details
Snafu #1
 
Low
$30
Mid
$125
High
$300

Key Facts

1st appearance of Irving Forbush, later becomes Forbush Man, a fictional employee of "Marble" Comics

Parody of Alfred E. Neuman

Not Brand Echh #1
Marvel ⋅ 1967
View Details
Not Brand Echh #1
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$50

Key Facts

1st cover appearance of Forbush Man

Not Brand Echh #5
Marvel ⋅ 1967
View Details
Not Brand Echh #5
 
Low
$3
Mid
$10
High
$35

Key Facts

1st full appearance of Forbush Man

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!