Captain Marvel (Series 1 1968-1979)
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Captain Marvel (Series 1 1968-1979)
Marvel’s Captain Marvel comic book series launched in May 1968, following the introduction of the Kree warrior Mar-Vell in Marvel Super-Heroes #12. The series followed Mar-Vell’s evolution from a Kree observer of Earth into the superhero Captain Marvel, featuring contributions from creators including Roy Thomas, Gene Colan, Jim Starlin and others. The original series ran for 62 issues, concluding with Captain Marvel #62 in May 1979.
Key Issues & Collectibility
The original Captain Marvel 1968 series features numerous key issues, character debuts and important developments in Marvel’s cosmic universe. Highlights include Captain Marvel #1 (first issue of the solo series), #18 (Carol Danvers transformed by the Psyche-Magnitron, later leading to Ms. Marvel), #25 (first appearance of Eros, later known as Starfox), #26 (first full appearance of Thanos), #29 (origin of Thanos) and #33 (origin of Drax the Destroyer). Jim Starlin’s influential run in particular helped establish Thanos and expand the cosmic mythology that would become an important part of the Marvel Universe.
Why Collect Captain Marvel Comics
From Mar-Vell’s early adventures on Earth to Jim Starlin’s cosmic stories involving Thanos, Drax and the wider Marvel Universe, Captain Marvel comics represent an important chapter in Marvel’s Silver and Bronze Age history. The series combines superhero action with science fiction and cosmic storytelling, offering collectors significant key issues, classic covers, important character appearances and affordable vintage Marvel comics.
Browse Captain Marvel Comics
Browse Captain Marvel comic books from the original 1968-1979 series available now at Iconic Comics & Cards, including key issues, first appearances, graded comics, rare finds and collectible Marvel comic books for sale online.