While lee isnt able to reveal details of his cameos until after the movie gets released in theaters, lee said, i just finished my cameo in the new captain america movie the day before. Stan lee, creator of the mary jane watson character who came to life 50 years ago in the pages of the amazing spiderman comic book, has endorsed the surprise casting of. He rose through the ranks of a familyrun business to become marvel comics primary creative leader for two decades, leading its expansion from a small division of a publishing house to a multimedia corporation that dominated the. City in 1922, lee lived to see many of his comicbook creations take over the. Hes 95 years old, but still placing some pretty hilarious cameos in the movies based on his own marvel creations and not only. All 35 stan lee marvel movie cameos ranked, including. Stan was born in new york city, to celia solomon and jack lieber, a dress cutter.
A prolific comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer, lee has also had numerous cameos in nonmarvel films and other media. Stan lee s cameos outside of the marvel cinematic universe. Comic book legend stan lees life was always an open book. Here is our ranking of all of stan lees marvel cameos. In antman 2015, lee appears as a bartender in a story luis tells to scott lang.
This video was originally made as a reminder of stan s greatness, the world of comics wouldnt be as it is today without stan. Age of ultron 2015 the rage mage may hate it, but avengers. Jan 14, 2015 the stan lee cameos we want to see at marvel studios. Who was stan lee edgers, geoff, who hq, hinderliter, john. The stan lee cameo in logan doesnt exist, but its not the.
The comicbook gurus many big screen comicbook outings. And from what lee told business insider back in 2015, it was never his. Sep, 2016 the comic book history of the fictional stan lee. Stan lee, the onetime editor in chief, publisher and chairman of marvel comics, died on monday at age 95. Marvel fans think deadpool should take over stan lees cameos. Learn more about lees life and career in this article.
Even if youve never read a marvel comic book, you know the name of stan lee. Stan lee s passing has struck many film and comic book lovers worldwide, and marvel films wont be quite the same without his patented cameos. May 31, 2017 if you had told stan lee, the former president and chairman of marvel comics, that one day, he would have made cameos in 23 different movies centered on the comic book characters he was instrumental in creating, its unlikely that the visionary would believe you were telling the truth. Believe it or not, there was a time when pretty much only comic book readers knew who stan lee was. Apr 23, 2019 after decades of helping to create some of geek cultures greatest icons, stan lee died at the age of 95 on nov.
Stan lee was an american comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer. And while its been incredibly hard for comic book fans, and pop culture fans in general, to hear about the. A look back at what fans and fellow comic book writers had to say about what stan lee means to them. Stan lee was a god to fans of comic books and superhero movies around the world, and many viewed lees shortbutsweet cameos as the best parts of marvel films. Stan lee, marvel comics legend behind iconic superheroes such. And as with any cuttingedge comic book device, you have to test the dangerous prototypes before taking it to. Stan lees marvel cameos, from the xmen to the mcu movies.
Stan lees 7 best cameos in the marvel cinematic universe. Stan lees famous marvel cameos started out as a joke in the. The popularity of the stan lee cameo proved everything the. The late comic book creator stan lee always enjoyed making cameos, both in the comics themselves and in related media. I thought this would mean the book had been updated and include his death date in the timeline. Nov, 2018 stan lee was a god to fans of comic books and superhero movies around the world, and many viewed lees shortbutsweet cameos as the best parts of marvel films. Sep 06, 2017 while lee isnt able to reveal details of his cameos until after the movie gets released in theaters, lee said, i just finished my cameo in the new captain america movie the day before. Stan lee, creator of the mary jane watson character who came to life 50 years ago in the pages of the amazing spiderman comic book, has endorsed the surprise casting of zendaya coleman in. Heres a list of the best stan lee cameos in marvel movies from oldest to newest. December 28, 1922 november 12, 2018 was an american comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer. This legend has captured the imaginations of comic book readers everywhere, and he has a habit of popping up on big screens when least expected. Lee is a comicbook legend and the former president and chairman of. Nov, 2018 stan lee, the american comics legend who cocreated dozens of marvel comics characters, from spiderman to daredevil to the xmen, leaves behind not only a formidable creative legacy but a vast.
While there are still a few on the way like avengers. He was an executive producer for, and made cameo appearances in marvel film adaptations and other movies. All 35 stan lee marvel movie cameos ranked, including venom photos. He had contractuallyobliged cameos in almost every movie based on one of his works, and usually appeared in marvelbased. This was before stan lee cameos became a major part of the marvel. Dating back to tvs incredible hulk, the late stan lee made cameo appearances in pretty much every. These are my top 10 picks for the best stan lee cameos, out of the many he performed. Stan lee is known not only for his celebrated superheroes but also for his creative cameos in various marvel films and tv shows. Stan lee said his cameos started back in the comic books as the artists back then would draw me in as a joke or just to have fun, he said. Dec 28, 2019 every time a new marvel movie comes out, the one thing hardcore fans can count on is a special cameo from comic book legend stan lee.
Even in the massive, superherostuffed avengers sequel, there was room for stan the man. All the stan lee cameo in marvel movies, ranked gamespot. Over the course of 30 years worth of marvel comics properties being adapted for the screen, stan lee was a frequent, even reliable presence. Who he is or why hes there isnt too important, as every moment is guaranteed to make you smile. Bostons mayor marty walsh named august 2, 2015 as stan lee day for the city during the annual boston comiccon event. Nov, 2018 a look back at what fans and fellow comic book writers had to say about what stan lee means to them.
But first, stan lees next big screen cameo is only a. He was president and chairman of marvel comics and the man behind characters such as spiderman, iron man, hulk, thor and the xmen. All 35 stan lee marvel movie cameos ranked, including venom. Stan lee has made quick cameos in marvel films as a service to the fans. And as with any cuttingedge comic book device, you have to test the dangerous prototypes before taking it. The man behind marvel is available on amazon in paperback or ebook and is a mustread for comic readers and historians. Does anyone know why stan lee doesnt have a cameo in 2015 s fantastic four. Guardians of the galaxy vol 2 2017 with dozens of cameos over the years, i know it occurred to you that stan lees appearances in all of these films could be connected. Among the hundreds of characters and teams that he helped to create were the fantastic four, spiderman, the hulk, the avengers, daredevil, and the xmen.
A prolific comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer, lee has also had. Nov 12, 2018 comic book legend stan lees life was always an open book. Mar 08, 2019 with the release of captain marvel, there is another stan lee cameo to add to the list. Jun 09, 2014 this legend has captured the imaginations of comic book readers everywhere, and he has a habit of popping up on big screens when least expected. Age of ultron gives us one of stan lees best cameos. Dec 02, 2017 stans easter eggs in the marvel universe are enigmatic but they dont play too much on your mind whenever he appears. Jul 19, 2017 stan lee is known not only for his celebrated superheroes but also for his creative cameos in various marvel films and tv shows. Nov, 2018 here is our ranking of all of stan lee s marvel cameos. From a mailman to a security guard, lee has played a. Comic book easter eggs stan lee marvel comic book cameos.
Stan lees cameos outside of the marvel cinematic universe. Its hard to argue that the stan lee cameo fans saw in the academy awardwinning spiderman. Some have been fun surprises, while others have been. Stans easter eggs in the marvel universe are enigmatic but they dont play too much on your mind whenever he appears. Lee cameos in various seasons of netflixs exclusive series through stillphotograph as a police officer of the new york city police department. Stan lee marvel cameo origin goes all the way back to the comic. Into the spiderverse is loaded with stan lee cameos. Stan lees famous marvel cameos started out as a joke in. Spiderman creator stan lee says zendaya will be absolutely. The legendary comic book creators surprise appearances in marvel.
The man behind marvel is available on amazon in paperback or ebook and is a. Stan lee said his cameos started back in the comic books as the. Clockwise from top left, stan lee in scenes from iron man, antman and the. Stan lee has made 28 cameos in marvel movies and shows here they are. Stan lee, the american comics legend who cocreated dozens of marvel comics characters, from spiderman to daredevil to the xmen, leaves behind not only. All 35 stan lee marvel movie cameos ranked, including venom photos every time a new marvel movie comes out, the one thing hardcore fans can count on is a special cameo from comic book legend stan lee. For millions of marvel fans, though, hell remain immortalized in the. The stan lee cameos we want to see at marvel studios. Stan lees passing has struck many film and comic book lovers worldwide, and marvel films wont be quite the same without his patented cameos. He appears in agent carter season 1 episode the blitzkrieg button, originally broadcast in january 2015. It remains how it was written back in february, minus the adding of the newer cameos. And from what lee told business insider back in 2015, it was never his intention to pop up in all things marvel. Not only do we get to hear the man say his famous excelsior.
One of the best and longestrunning easter eggs in the world of marvel films is the appearance of iconic marvel comic book writer stan lee. The following is a list of cameo appearances by stan lee december 28, 1922 november 12, 2018, in marvel comics films, television shows and video games. Age of ultron 2015 stan the mans cameos may never get funnier. From a mailman to a security guard, lee has played a small role in. Into the spiderverse is one of the comic book legends. He also shouldve had a turn at writing this movie, because it was awful. Hes 95 years old, but still placing some pretty hilarious cameos in the. The man behind marvel is chockfull of a thrilling narrative, stories, and littleknown trivia in the life of stan lee. The icons comic career started back in 1939, before marvel existed. This video was originally made as a reminder of stans greatness, the world of comics wouldnt be as it is today without stan. I received who is stan lee even though the title says otherwise. Stan lee was an american comicbook writer, editor, and publisher, who was executive vice president and publisher of marvel comics. With the release of captain marvel, there is another stan lee cameo to add to the list. Stan lee has made cameo appearances in almost every marvel movie.
Stan lee cameos in marvel movies a definitive list. Stan lee has made numerous appearances in marvel films and shows, dating back to 1989, and. Does anyone know why stan lee doesnt have a cameo in 2015s fantastic four. In the cameo, lee asks howard stark if he can borrow his newspaper to read the sports section. Comic hero stan lee is known for his cameos and made appearances in various projects over the years. Stan lee, american comic book writer best known for his work with marvel comics. Stan lee was a god to fans of comic books and superhero movies around the world, and. Every single stan lee marvel movie cameo screengeek. After decades of helping to create some of geek cultures greatest icons, stan lee died at the age of 95 on nov. Published november, 2018 the late comic book legend stan lee appeared in more than 30 marvelrelated movies. Nov 16, 2018 guardians of the galaxy vol 2 2017 with dozens of cameos over the years, i know it occurred to you that stan lee s appearances in all of these films could be connected.
Every time a new marvel movie comes out, the one thing hardcore fans can count on is a special cameo from comic book legend stan lee. The man behind some of your favourite comic book characters and big screen icons, stan lee, sadly passed away in november 2018, but his memory lives on not just in. Heres a list of prominent marvel movie cameos where lees trademark aviator sunglasses. I love the who was series, and have been waiting for the stan lee cover on amazon to change from who is, to who was. Whether a reader is a comic historian or just a big fan, stan lee. Some have been fun surprises, while others have been underwhelming. He shows up to tony starks party as a war veteran and. The genius cocreator behind the fantastic four, spiderman, the hulk, thor and the xmen to name but a few, stan lee is synonymous with marvel, comics and all things superhero. If you had told stan lee, the former president and chairman of marvel comics, that one day, he would have made cameos in 23 different movies centered on the comic book characters he was instrumental in creating, its unlikely that the visionary would believe you were telling the truth. Stan lee, creator of comicbook franchises such as spiderman, the incredible hulk and xmen, smiles during a photo session in his office in santa monica, calif. Stan lees 11 best cameos and where to stream them the new. Stan lees famous marvel cameos started out as a joke in the comics.
Apr 26, 2019 the man behind some of your favourite comic book characters and big screen icons, stan lee, sadly passed away in november 2018, but his memory lives on not just in our minds, but in every stan lee. Stan lee passed away yesterday, and that was obviously before we originally posted this article. Lee wrote the book zodiac, released in january 2015, with stuart moore. Stan lee, the former president and chairman of marvel comics, died in november at the age of 95.
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