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Creation & Design

The Watcher was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, first appearing in 'Fantastic Four #13' in 1963. He was designed to be a cosmic observer of the universe, embodying the concept of a being that watches over events without interfering.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a mysterious figure, Uatu's role expanded over the years, becoming a key player in various cosmic events and storylines within the Marvel Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, Uatu has evolved from a passive observer to a more active participant in the Marvel Universe, grappling with the moral implications of his role as a Watcher and the responsibilities that come with his vast knowledge.

Cultural Reception

The Watcher has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his philosophical nature and the depth he adds to cosmic storytelling in Marvel Comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Uatu
First Appearance:
Tales of Suspense #35
Aliases:
The Watcher
Species:
Celestial Being
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Watchers
Abilities:
Omniscience, Immortality, Telepathy
Equipment:
Advanced Technology
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
White
Hair Color:
White

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Tales of Suspense #35
Marvel ⋅ 1962
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Tales of Suspense #35
 
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Prototype of the Watcher, first and only appearance of a pilot disguised as an alien named Zarkorr

Fantastic Four #13
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Fantastic Four #13
 
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1st appearance of the Watcher

1st appearance of the Red Ghost and his Super Apes

Fantastic Four #20
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Fantastic Four #20
 
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1st appearance and origin of Molecule Man

2nd appearance of the Watcher

George R.R. Martin, author of Game of Thrones, was 15 years old when he achieved his first taste of being published in the fan mail section of this issue

Martin’s words are eloquent beyond his years but his excessive compliments have the familiar, timeless tone of comic fanboy sarcasm

Tales of Suspense #53
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Tales of Suspense #53
 
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2nd appearance of Black Widow

Origin of the Watcher

1st team appearance of the Prosilicans

Fantastic Four #29
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Fantastic Four #29
 
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1st cover appearance of the Watcher

Fantastic Four #48
Marvel ⋅ 1966
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Fantastic Four #48
 
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1st appearance of Silver Surfer

1st cameo appearance of Galactus

[October 2021 - an inside source tells us: currently, the Fantastic Four is heavily a multiverse movie and Silver Surfer is very much at its center]

Silver Surfer #1
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Silver Surfer #1
 
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First solo ongoing Silver Surfer series

Origin of the Silver Surfer

Origin of the Watchers

1st appearance of Shalla-Bal

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Silver Surfer first says, "where soars the Silver Surfer...there must he soar alone!"

[April 2024 - Shalla-Bal portrayed by Julia Garner will be a version of the Silver Surfer in the Fantastic Four film]

Captain Marvel #39
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Captain Marvel #39
 
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1st appearance of Aron, the Rogue Watcher

Origin of the Watcher

Hulk #4
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Hulk #4
 
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Second printing, interior art

Original Sin #0
Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Origin of the Watchers

Original Sin #0
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1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Paolo Rivera

Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1
 
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Variant cover art by Claudio Castellini

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