Marvel Comics first came to worldwide prominence in the 1960s thanks to the work of artists and writers such as Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. With an unrivaled cast of characters including Spider-Man, Hulk, Thor, Captain Marvel, and Iron Man among many many others, Marvel has gained even greater popularity than ever before thanks to the release of a number of high profile blockbuster films – establishing the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The original comics have seen a resurgence of interest since the success of the films, with fans keen to explore more of the world that brought these iconic heroes to life in the first place.