{"id":11401,"date":"2019-01-07T15:10:20","date_gmt":"2019-01-07T21:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/popculturenetwork.com\/wordpress\/?p=11401"},"modified":"2019-01-07T15:10:20","modified_gmt":"2019-01-07T21:10:20","slug":"join-the-world-in-celebrating-marvels-80th-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/popculturenetwork.com\/wordpress\/2019\/01\/07\/join-the-world-in-celebrating-marvels-80th-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"JOIN THE WORLD IN CELEBRATING MARVEL\u2019S 80TH ANNIVERSARY!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Marvel kicks off year-long event celebrating eight decades of the world\u2019s greatest stories!<\/u><\/u><\/i><\/p>\n

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New York, NY \u2013 January 7, 2019<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Eighty years ago, the Marvel Universe roared into existence with the publication of the now-historic MARVEL COMICS #1.\u00a0 Over the years, the company expanded mightily under the guidance of legends Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and countless other industry titans. Today, Marvel is one of the most exciting and recognizable brands shaping pop culture, modern mythology and entertainment around the world \u2013 and this year, you can join millions of fans in celebrating MARVEL\u2019S 80TH<\/sup>\u00a0ANNIVERSARY!<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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For all of 2019, Marvel will be honoring its iconic characters and stories across every decade of the company\u2019s rich history \u2013 from the early years as Timely Comics, to the latest adventures in the Marvel Universe fans know today. Whether you have been following Marvel since the beginning or you\u2019ve just discovered The House of Ideas, you won\u2019t want to miss this year-long celebration across publishing, animation, new media, collectibles, games, and more!<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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Starting this month and continuing through the year, Marvel will bring back some classic and reimagined Marvel Super Hero teams; revisit some of Marvel\u2019s early classic titles, like MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS and MARVEL TALES; release facsimile editions and trade collections of your favorite issues and storylines over the decades \u2013 exactly as you remembered them – and deliver brand new takes on Marvel\u2019s history, characters, and more! Marvel will also be featuring special 80th<\/sup>\u00a0Anniversary-themed variant covers throughout the year, kicking off with nine connecting variants from superstar artist Phil Noto on select titles in January!<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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And later this fall, stay tuned for an extra-special, extra-sized publication of a Marvel-ous Millennial Milestone that promises to change the course of Marvel history forever! (or at least until the 160th<\/sup>\u00a0Anniversary!)<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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Fans of Marvel\u2019s animated series will also have a chance to celebrate, starting with the release of AVENGERS ASSEMBLE: BLACK PANTHER\u2019S QUEST on January 13 on Disney XD! As Marvel\u2019s longest-running animation series to date, be sure to tune in weekly for an epic adventure following King T\u2019Challa as he goes on a vision quest through time, exploring the history of the Black Panthers, Vibranium, Wakanda \u2013 and the Marvel Universe itself.<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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Marvel\u2019s digital shows and podcasts will feature special tributes for Marvel\u2019s 80-year history throughout the year, including EARTH\u2019S MIGHTIEST SHOW, THIS WEEK IN MARVEL, WOMEN OF MARVEL, MARVEL\u2019S VOICES, MARVEL 101, and themed episodes of Marvel\u2019s popular cooking show EAT THE UNIVERSE. Visit\u00a0marvel.com<\/a><\/span>\u00a0to watch and subscribe!<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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Marvel will also feature TODAY IN MARVEL HISTORY, taking fans through the past 80 years of the Marvel Universe. Learn about the first appearance of some of your favorite characters, and see how they\u2019ve evolved over the years with a bi-weekly animated series on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; daily Marvel facts on Twitter; and in-depth articles on Marvel.com. Fans can dive into Marvel\u2019s historic storylines, milestone issues, covers, and unique moments in Marvel history at\u00a0marvel.com\/marvel80<\/a><\/span>\u00a0or by following #Marvel80 on social media.<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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Later this year, Marvel will release a series of curated 80th<\/sup>\u00a0Anniversary merchandise inspired by Marvel\u2019s signature art and storytelling that have defined Super Hero fans for generations. Products will include retailer exclusive collectibles, fashion and apparel, accessories, specialty products, and limited-edition toys, such as exciting new products from Hasbro, Funko and more! More details and collaborations will be announced in the coming weeks and throughout the year \u2013 with a special sweet collaboration with Ample Hills Creamery later in July! See the attached images to get a sneak peek of Marvel\u2019s 80th<\/sup>\u00a0Anniversary merchandise.<\/u><\/u><\/p>\n

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