Comet Man – Marvel – 1987 – Volume 1 – Limited Series – #1–6

Comet Man – Marvel – 1987 – #1–6

📘 Series Summary

Born from a unique celebrity collaboration, Comet Man is a cult-classic 6-issue limited series written by Bill Mumy (famed for Lost in Space) and the late actor Miguel Ferrer. The story introduces Stephen Beckley, an astronomer who is transformed into a super-powered being after an encounter with a spacecraft hidden within Halley's Comet. Granted the powers of flight, teleportation, and physical invulnerability, Beckley's journey is one of tragedy as he searches for his kidnapped son while being pursued by the ruthless organization known as the Bridge.

The series is visually distinguished by the haunting, expressionistic cover art of Bill Sienkiewicz and the dynamic interior pencils of a young Kelley Jones. Throughout the run, Comet Man’s path crosses with Marvel icons like The Incredible Hulk and the Fantastic Four, grounding this high-concept sci-fi tragedy firmly within the Marvel Universe. Despite its short run, Comet Man remains a standout for its mature tone and the psychological depth of its protagonist.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • Sienkiewicz Covers: All six issues feature iconic, experimental cover art by the legendary Bill Sienkiewicz.
  • Kelley Jones Art: Showcases early interior work from Kelley Jones, whose atmospheric style would later define Batman and The Sandman.
  • Celebrity Creators: Co-written by Bill Mumy and Miguel Ferrer, bringing a unique cinematic perspective to the Marvel cosmic mythos.
  • Major Guest Stars: Features intense confrontations with The Hulk (#3) and team-ups with Mr. Fantastic and The Thing.
  • The Superior Origin: Issue #5 provides the dark backstory for the primary antagonist, Superior, adding weight to the series finale.
  • Halley's Comet Ties: Capitalized on the real-world 1986 Halley's Comet fever, giving the hero a timely and scientific origin.

📦 Inventory Notice

We currently have a solid selection of Comet Man issues in Fine and Fine/Very Fine conditions. These issues are popular targets for fans of Kelley Jones and Sienkiewicz completists. As a 6-issue set, it is an affordable and rewarding series to complete in a single order!

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