Anniversary of Fantastic Four #1, published 60 years ago
Multiple creators pay tribute to the Fantastic Four #1 and Fantastic Four Annual #3 (marriage of Reed and Sue) by reinterpreting the story page-by-page
Though the cover date of Fantastic Four #1 is November, the issue was released in August 1961
Key Facts
Anniversary of Fantastic Four #1, published 60 years ago
Multiple creators pay tribute to the Fantastic Four #1 and Fantastic Four Annual #3 (marriage of Reed and Sue) by reinterpreting the story page-by-page
Though the cover date of Fantastic Four #1 is November, the issue was released in August 1961
1st appearance of Annihilus, ruler of the Negative Zone
1st appearance of Franklin Richards, as an unnamed infant, considered by Marvel to be the most powerful mutant in the Marvel Universe
[November 2024 - it is rumored Marvel is looking to cast a child in the role of Franklin Richards who will play the character through various ages in future projects]
Introduction of the Cosmic Control Rod, a weapon used by Annihilus that manipulates matter
[December 2024 - Annihilus rumored to be the villain for the Nova TV series]
Key Facts
1st appearance of Annihilus, ruler of the Negative Zone
1st appearance of Franklin Richards, as an unnamed infant, considered by Marvel to be the most powerful mutant in the Marvel Universe
[November 2024 - it is rumored Marvel is looking to cast a child in the role of Franklin Richards who will play the character through various ages in future projects]
Introduction of the Cosmic Control Rod, a weapon used by Annihilus that manipulates matter
[December 2024 - Annihilus rumored to be the villain for the Nova TV series]
