It spanned 107 issues, with three special annual issues. In the late 70s, marvel began testing the market waters with a fivecent increase from 30 cents to 35 cents on its singleissue comics. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions, and themed areas, comprising an allencompassing fictional. Read star wars 1977 comic online free and high quality. By benjamin nobel, june 22, 2016 related slideshow. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. The starkiller name is an interesting one for the star wars, as it has been used and. The first movie was released in may 1977 and the first comic book was released by marvelin july 1977. The marvel star wars series of comic books was the first ever comic series created for the saga.
An awesome page for all of current and past star wars comic book news, history, and archives. Comic book adaptation of the first star wars movie, published by marvel comics in 1977 the first issue of the comic book was actually released prior to the opening of the movie. This is a great comic for anyone who wants a luke, leia, and han adventure with an original trilogy feel. Signed by legendary star wars concept artist ralph mcquarrie splash with lone star comics certificate of authenticity. Its really such a shame michael jackson never got a chance to play spiderman. Get the best deals on bronze age star wars comics when you shop the largest online selection at. The marvel comics illustrated version of star wars by stan lee 1977 1103 jan 1, 1750. A new hope is adapted in the first six issues of the series. The series started as an official adaption, but build on the legacy after the original films ending. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise created by george lucas, which began with the eponymous 1977 film and quickly became a worldwide popculture phenomenon. The original star wars comic book series, published by marvel comics from 19771986. Browse issues from the comic book series, star wars, from marvel comics. A great, fun comic to start with, and as long as youve seen a new hope you shouldnt have any trouble following the story if you want an original trio adventure star wars.
In star wars storytelling, comicbook adaptations hold a legacy that dates all the way back to 1977, starting with the very first star wars comics ever made. Lucass particular achievements is the manner in which he is able to recall the tackiness of. Most people dont know that lucasfilm approached marvel. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Ongoing star wars comic book series by marvel comics since 2015, set in disneys rebooted star wars expanded universe. Featuring classic star wars characters luke skywalker, princess leia, han solo, chewbacca, c3po, and r2d2, the first six issues adapt the may 1977 film star wars. Is that luke skywalker on the cover of marvels premiere star wars comic. Star wars is a comic book series published by marvel comics from april 12, 1977 to may 27, 1986. I have listed an outstanding array of collectibles here on ebay, please check them out. A new hope, with the recent release of the entire skywalker saga on 4k ultra hd. The skywalker saga began with the first star wars film, a new hope, in 1977 and concluded with last years. Your satisfaction is guaranteed, if not satisfied with any item simply return for a full refund.
The series chronicled their subsequent adventures for 107 issues and three annuals, including a sixissue adaptation of the 1980 sequel. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. Star wars 1977 comic read star wars 1977 online for free. This i found in the overstreet comic book price guide. Star wars comic book series by marvel comics from 1977 to 1986, set in star wars legends continuity. Almost every decade, a new home video format sees a new release of star wars. Star wars for all the variations of the subject on the site. And so began the start of the star wars adventure back in the spring of 1977. Find great deals on ebay for star wars comic 1977 4 and 1977 star wars comic 5. Comic book adaptation of the first star wars movie, published by marvel comics in 1977 the first issue of the comic book was actually released prior to the.
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The series was such a smash hit for marvel in an otherwise dismal sales year that many who worked at marvel in 1977 consider it to have. There has been confusion in identifying the reprints from the. In recent years marvel has reprinted some of their comics. Find the value of the marvel comic star wars volume 1. This beautifully framed original 1st issue comic book has been graded a mint 9. The rise of skywalker, the last film of the skywalker saga, would be making the jump to comics is especially significant. For many, though, star wars is more closely associated. Most people dont know that lucasfilm approached marvel before 1977 about publishing a comic book series based on the film.
I bought this comic in 1977 at 7 eleven in memphis tn. Identifying marvel reprints star wars 19771986 identifying marvel reprints star wars 19771986 0. A long time ago, in a comic book market far, far away, marvel comics released an official comicbook adaptation of the movie star wars episode iv. I usually ship within a few of days of receiving payment. Vintage star wars marvel comic books can have significant value to collectors, especially. Marvel customs services and international tracking provided. Like the movie, this adaptation was a success, and so marvel. A history of the starkiller name, from annikin to the first order. When the movie star wars became an unexpected breakout hit in 1977, the logo was on tshirts, wall posters, and lunchboxes. Browse the marvel comic series star wars 1977 1986. Featuring classic star wars characters luke skywalker.
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