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Creation & Design

Plastic Man was created by Jack Cole in 1941, originally appearing in Police Comics. He was designed as a comedic superhero with the ability to stretch his body into any shape.

Early Years

Plastic Man quickly gained popularity due to his unique powers and humorous personality, leading to his own series and appearances in various comic book titles.

Character Development

Over the years, Plastic Man has evolved from a comedic character to a more complex hero, balancing humor with serious themes. His ability to adapt and change has made him a beloved figure in the DC Universe.

Cultural Reception

Plastic Man has been well-received by audiences for his unique powers and humorous personality, often being regarded as one of the more lighthearted characters in the DC lineup.

Character Details

Real Name:
Patrick O'Brian
First Appearance:
Police Comics #1
Aliases:
Eel O'Brian, Plastic Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Freedom Fighters, Doom Patrol
Abilities:
Shape-shifting, Elasticity, Superhuman agility, Regeneration
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Police Comics #1
Quality ⋅ 1941
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Police Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of Plastic Man

1st appearance of the Human Bomb

1st appearance of Firebrand

1st appearance of Phantom Lady

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🔮 DC Possibilities: Yet another property that has had its fair share of false starts over the years is a perfect fit for the right balance of slapstick humor and zany action

[September 2023 - a trademark was registered by WB for Plastic Man additional media]

Police Comics #2
Quality ⋅ 1941
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Police Comics #2
 
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2nd appearance of Plastic Man

2nd appearance of Human Bomb

2nd appearance of Firebrand

2nd appearance of Phantom Lady

Police Comics #3
Quality ⋅ 1941
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Police Comics #3
 
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3rd appearance of Plastic Man

3rd appearance of Human Bomb

3rd appearance of Firebrand

3rd appearance of Phantom Lady

Police Comics #5
Quality ⋅ 1941
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Police Comics #5
 
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1st full cover appearance of Plastic Man

Plastic Man smokes marijuana

Plastic Man #1
Quality ⋅ 1943
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Plastic Man #1
 
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First solo titled series featuring Plastic Man

House of Mystery #160
DC ⋅ 1966
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House of Mystery #160
 
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1st appearance of Plastic Man in the Silver Age - Robby Reed uses the Dial H for Hero device to transform into Plastic Man

Plastic Man #1
DC ⋅ 1966
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Plastic Man #1
 
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1st appearance of Plastic Man, son of original Plastic Man

Plastic Man #7
DC ⋅ 1967
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Plastic Man #7
 
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1st appearance of the Golden Age Plastic Man in the Silver Age

Adventure Comics #467
DC ⋅ 1980
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Adventure Comics #467
 
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1st appearance of Starman, Prince Gavyn, the prince of Throneworld

Kingdom: Offspring, The #1
DC ⋅ 1999
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Kingdom: Offspring, The #1
 
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1st appearance of Offspring, Luke Ernest O'Brian, the son of Plastic Man

Terrifics, The #1
DC ⋅ 2018
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Terrifics, The #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Terrifics: Mr. Terrific, Metamorpho, Plastic Man, Phantom Girl

[March 2023 - James Gunn shared an image of the Terrifics on Twitter without context as to why which leads to speculation they will be adapted in live-action / July 2023 - Metamorpho and Mr. Terrific confirmed for James Gunn's DC slate]

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