Creator

Stan Lee

Biography

Stan Lee (1922 to 2018), born Stanley Martin Lieber, was an American comic book writer, editor, and publisher who transformed Marvel Comics into a major force in the industry.

With artists Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko, Lee co-created Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Hulk, Thor, Iron Man, Doctor Strange, and Black Panther. His characters were defined by human flaws and real-world struggles rather than simple heroism.

Lee served as Marvel's public face for decades and later founded POW! Entertainment. His co-creations form the foundation of Marvel's presence in film and television.

Creator Details

Name

Stan Lee

Role

Writer

Issues

10,832

Series

1,438

Titles

Awards

Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame (2018), Disney Legends (2017), Hollywood Walk of Fame Star (2011), ComicsPRO Industry Appreciation Award (2011), Hero Initiative Awards - Hero Initiative Lifetime Achievement Award (2011), Shel Dorf Awards - Shel Dorf: Legacy of Comics Award (2010), Comic-Con Icon Award (2009), Scream Awards - Comic-Con Icon Award (2009), National Medal of Arts (2008), Saturn Award - The Life Career Award (2002), Harvey Award - Jack Kirby Hall of Fame (1995), Eisner Awards (1995), Eisner Awards (1994), Adamson Awards - Adamson Gold (1992), Eagle Awards - Roll of Honour (1977), Inkpot Award (1974), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1968), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1968), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1967), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1967), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1966), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1966), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1965), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1965), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1964), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1964), Alley Awards - Best Writer (1963), Alley Awards - Best Editor (1963)

Gender

Male

Birth Date

December 28, 1922

Death Date

November 12, 2018

Birth Place

New York City

Country

United States

Links

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Series

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Fantastic Four No. 11 Facsimile Edition (2026)

Marvel Comics

One-Shot

Doctor Doom Epic Collection: Enter... Doctor Doom (2025)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

1 issue

Fantastic Four No. 9 Facsimile Edition (2025)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

1 issue

Lost Marvels (2025)

Fantagraphics

3 issues

Daredevil No. 1 Facsimile Edition (2025)

Marvel Comics

One-Shot

Mighty Marvel Masterworks: The Amazing Spider-Man (2021)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

5 issues

The Art of the Amazing Spider-Man (2024)

Dark Horse Comics

1 issue

Amazing Spider-Man No. 260 Facsimile Edition (2024)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

1 issue

Spider-Man: The Complete Black Costume Saga Omnibus (2024)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

1 issue

Namor, the Sub-Mariner Epic Collection: Titans Three (2024)

Marvel Comics

Collected Edition

1 issue

Issues

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A Visit with the Fantastic Four; The Impossible Man

Fantastic Four No. 11 Facsimile Edition (2026)

Nov 12, 2025

Volume 1

Doctor Doom Epic Collection: Enter... Doctor Doom (2025)

Nov 12, 2025

Issue #1

Fantastic Four No. 9 Facsimile Edition (2025)

Sep 10, 2025

Issue #6

The Atlas Comics Library (2023)

Aug 26, 2025

Vol. 1: Tower of Shadows

Lost Marvels (2025)

Apr 29, 2025

The Origin of Daredevil

Daredevil No. 1 Facsimile Edition (2025)

Feb 26, 2025

#101

El poderoso Thor 12

Biblioteca Marvel (2022)

#99

Los 4 Fantásticos 16

Biblioteca Marvel (2022)

#100

El increíble Hulk 7

Biblioteca Marvel (2022)

Vol. 5 - To Become an Avenger

Mighty Marvel Masterworks: The Amazing Spider-Man (2021)

Nov 06, 2024

Issue #1

The Art of the Amazing Spider-Man (2024)

Oct 29, 2024

The Challenge of Hobgoblin

Amazing Spider-Man No. 260 Facsimile Edition (2024)

Sep 18, 2024

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