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The Defenders (1972) - Series

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The Defenders (1972)

Series

1972 - 1986

Overview Issues Discussion

Description

The Defenders is a Marvel Comics series that unites a shifting roster of heroes including Doctor Strange, Hulk, and Namor. Known for its unconventional team lineup, the series blends supernatural and superhero elements in a loose alliance against diverse threats. Later issues rebranded as The New Defenders, introducing fresh characters while maintaining the group's core spirit of collaboration.

Series Details

Publisher

Marvel Comics

Type

Regular Series

Status

Completed

Run

1972 - 1986

Issues Count

152

Also Known As

The New Defenders

Genres

Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Comedy, Action, War, Western, Sports

Format

Standard

Original Language

English

Language

English

Creators

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Armando Gil

Armando Gil

Inker

Ben Jones

Writer, Colorist

Bob Wiacek

Bob Wiacek

Inker

Carl Potts

Carl Potts

Writer, Penciller, Inker, Editor

Charlotte Jetter

Charlotte Jetter

Letterer

Dan Green

Dan Green

Penciller, Inker

Frank Cirocco

Frank Cirocco

Artist, Penciller, Inker, Colorist, Cover Artist

Frank Giacoia

Frank Giacoia

Artist, Penciller, Inker, Cover Artist

Jeff Easley

Jeff Easley

Penciller, Inker

Juan Ortiz

Penciller

Mark Gruenwald

Mark Gruenwald

Writer

Rick Magyar

Rick Magyar

Inker

Cover of The Defenders (1972)

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