Skip to main content
Sign In Sign Up

Bill Finger

Creator
Overview Series Issues Lists

Biography

Bill Finger (1914 to 1974) co-created Batman with Bob Kane in 1939. He designed the cape, cowl, and overall visual identity of the character and wrote many of the earliest Batman stories.

Finger contributed to the creation of Robin, the Joker, Catwoman, the Riddler, and the Penguin. He also co-created the original Green Lantern (Alan Scott) and Wildcat. His contributions went uncredited for decades until a formal acknowledgment began appearing in 2015.

Creator Details

Name
Bill Finger
Issues
918
Series
173
Titles
4
Awards
Inkpot Award (2014), Eisner Awards - Hall of Fame - Judge's Choices (1999), Harvey Award - Jack Kirby Hall of Fame (1994)
Gender
Male
Birth Date
February 8, 1914
Death Date
January 24, 1974
Birth Place
Denver
Country
United States
Bill Finger
Follow This Creator
Add this creator to one of your lists.
Edit
Sign in to edit and improve this content.
History
Sign in to view the edit history for this content.
Share this page via your device's share menu, or copy the link to clipboard.
Report Content

Your Comic Collection Awaits

Join thousands of comic enthusiasts tracking their collections,
discovering new series, and connecting with fellow fans.

SIGN UP TODAY