Key Collector Comics
Johnny Quick
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Johnny Quick was created during the Golden Age of Comics as a counterpart to the Flash, embodying the speedster archetype with a unique twist involving a speed formula.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a hero in the 1940s, Johnny Quick was part of the Justice Society of America and often faced off against various villains, including members of the Injustice Society.

Character Development

Over the years, Johnny Quick has evolved from a side character in the Golden Age to a significant figure in the speedster community, influencing various storylines and character arcs within the DC Universe.

Cultural Reception

Johnny Quick has been well-received by fans, often praised for his unique take on the speedster archetype and his contributions to the legacy of speedsters in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Johnny Chambers
Aliases:
Johnny Quick, The Flash, Speedster
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, Injustice Society
Abilities:
Super speed, Time travel, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Speed formula, Costume
Weight:
160lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
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.

More Fun Comics #71

DC ⋅ 1941

View Details
More Fun Comics #71
 
Low
$1k
Mid
$3k
High
$10k

Key Facts

1st appearance and origin of Johnny Quick, a speedster hero later reintroduced as a villain

Justice League of America #29

DC ⋅ 1964

View Details
Justice League of America #29
 
Low
$60
Mid
$180
High
$625

Key Facts

1st team appearance of the Crime Syndicate of America: Ultraman, Owlman, Power Ring, Super-Woman, Johnny Quick II

First mention of Volthoom, the first Lantern

[November 2023 - an inside source has disclosed Ultraman will be a villain in Superman Legacy and the Engineer will be working for Lex Luthor]

Justice League of America #193

DC ⋅ 1981

View Details  ⋅  View Variants (1)
Justice League of America #193
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$10

Key Facts

1st team appearance of the All Star Squadron: Liberty Belle, Johnny Quick, Robotman, Commander Steel, Danette Reilly - later becomes the second Firebrand

Origin of Red Tornado

All-Star Squadron #65

DC ⋅ 1987

View Details  ⋅  View Variants (1)
All-Star Squadron #65
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

Origin of Johnny Quick

Justice Society of America #1

DC ⋅ 1992

View Details
Justice Society of America #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$5

Key Facts

1st appearance of Jesse Chambers, later becomes Jesse Quick and Liberty Belle

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!