Throughout the ’60s, the “Marvel Bullpen” — a collection of talented writers and artists — rarely missed, giving life to the Fantastic Four, Incredible Hulk, Amazing Spider-Man, Mighty Thor, and many, ...

Millions of people have seen Stan Lee in his quirky background appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, or know him as the co-creator of some of the most iconic characters in comic book history.

Stan Lee co-created dozens of famous Marvel characters, many of them villains who are just as iconic and timeless as the ...

Farewell to the man who knew heartache makes a hero stronger. As fans the world over mourn the passing of Stan Lee, who died Monday at age 95, I was reminded of meeting him for the first time many ...

The writer and editor Stan Lee wasn’t solely responsible for turning Marvel Comics into a cultural phenomenon, but his flair for promotion — expressed in a punchy prose style that treated readers like ...

David Gelb’s documentaries, including “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” and “Wolfgang,” address figures who are legends in their fields and, rightly or wrongly, strongly linked with their “brands.” Gelb’s latest ...

On this episode of The Time of Monsters, Elana Levin discusses Disney’s dishonest documentary and the greatness of Jack Kirby. Jeet Heer Here's where to find podcasts from The Nation. Political talk ...

The late, great Stan Lee is one of the most important figures in comic book and superhero history, helping shape the entertainment world as we know it with his immeasurable contributions and the ...

Stan Lee may have died in 2018, but an AI-powered avatar of the late comic book legend is standing by at L.A. Comic Con, ...

Stan Lee’s impact on Marvel Comics and the superhero genre is impossible to overstate. By co-creating characters who were flawed and relatable, Lee redefined what comic book heroes could be. Lee's ...