Released November 1961
Fantastic Four #1
Key Issue
Synopsis
The Fantastic Four The Fantastic Four are introduced to the world and their origin is revealed. They must battle the Mole Man and stop his plans for vengeance.
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Synopsis
The Fantastic Four The Fantastic Four are introduced to the world and their origin is revealed. They must battle the Mole Man and stop his plans for vengeance.
Key Facts
- 1st team appearance and origin of the Fantastic Four: Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, The Thing
- 1st appearance of Mole Man
- 1st appearance of Giganto, a Deviant Mutate from Monster Isle
- 1st appearance of Tricephalous
- Landmark issue that launched the Marvel Age of comics
- 💰 In April 2022, a 9.2 sold for $1.5 million
- 💰 In September 2024, a 9.6 sold for $2,040,000
Details
- Series
- Fantastic Four
- Cover Date
- November 1961
- Pages
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- UPC
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- Cover Price
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- Final Order Cutoff
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Creators
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ArtistJack Kirby
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WriterStan Lee
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LettererArtie Simek
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Cover ArtistJack Kirby