Major Key
Fantastic Four #1
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
First appearance and origin of the Fantastic Four.
Why this comic matters
The story brings Fantastic Four into a new conflict or turning point while introducing the character, team or concept identified in the key milestone above. The adventure establishes the newcomer’s role, abilities or relationship to the existing cast without revealing the later consequences.
Key issue facts
PublisherMarvel
Publication year1961
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersFantastic Four
Collector significance
As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.
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How this issue connects to the movies
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