Latest Hulk Posters (2009)

Defenders/Offenders Poster

Some of the Comic shops around were sent these 2 posters to put up and display – my friend was nice enough to give them to me.  Thanks Corry!  Speaking of Comic Shops – I spent the last few weeks driving around like a mad man for work – but I also found and visited 4 new comic shops!  I will update the Shops page this weekend – so check back to see what I thought about these shops.  I will say – I picked up a few gems out there – I was very happy!

Defenders

The... ugh... Offenders

But to go on about these posters, one is obviously the covers to Hulk #11 – or is it #12 – I could care less except that McG’s art is just so eye catching!  It features the Defenders and Offenders – but luckily I don’t think the Offenders will be re-grouping anytime… ever seeing as the Crimson Idiot killed them all – not that they would remember.  The other is a Superhero Squad Poster – I so wish that this series was around when I was a kid – look how cool but cute these freakin’ guys are!  But still bad ass!

Superhero Squad Poster

Hulk - His fingers are the size of his freakin' head!@

Classic Abomination - Man, I miss him...

Marvel Poster (1972)

1972 Marvel Poster - Yes, Thank You!

Here is a poster that comic shops would get to try and advertise Marvel comics.  This was acquired at Comically Speaking during my last visit – how could I not pick this up?  I asked around and am pretty sure this was a piece cobbled together from different artists.  For example, I’ve heard names thrown out there like John Buscema and Sinnot.  The Hulk looks like Rich Buckler’s handy work – but the Spidey was argued to be a Romita – but then again could be Busema’s as well…

Close up of the Hulk - is this Buscema's or Buckler's?

All in all this was an amazing catch – one that will have a special place in the Hulk room because it’s just that freakin’ cool!  Vintage finds like this will always be high on my list of greatest things ever – they just have such a quality that today’s items don’t have.  Classic all the way!

Trimpe Signed Poster

DF Limited Edition Trimpe Poster

Herb Trimpe is far and away my favorite Hulk artist.  I bought this in Reading a while back – at the same time I bought a few rare Hulk goodies including the Maquette re-paint and the Macaluso kit.  He had a few framed posters including this classic image. But I went with this one – mainly because it has the Hulk in battle with two great foes.  Since I read the Wendigo’s first appearance in Hulk #162 with his mythical origin of cannibalism and misunderstood “monsters” I’ve loved the character more and more.  His latest Loeb incarnation aside, every part of the Wendigo’s story is sadder and more tragic even more than the Hulk’s.  A story of isolation, desperation, lost loves and a curse that transforms a man into a monster.

The best part of this limited Dynamic Forces poster is in the upper left corner Herb himself signed it.  This features the classic battle from #181 where Wolverine had to interfere.  I’m going to just say this – I still can’t believe how much Wolverine cought on after his first appearance in this issue.  I mean, who else’s first appearance is marked by being called into action only to get his ass handed to him by the better hero.  Artist’s style certainly change over the years – but Herb’s is still great.  Only 500 of these posters has been released - this one is #37.

Framed Hulk Poster (2008)

Framed Hulk Poster

My wife came home with this framed poster for me.  She got a call from her friend that Blockbuster had one of these – so she went and bought it – isn’t that sweet?  Not only that she bought it but also that her friends all know I collect the Hulk and let her know if they see something.  And to tell you the truth – this is not something I would purchase myself.  It’s nice – don’t get me wrong – it’s printed on a thick canvas and textured to look like it was painted – but it’s not something I would have bothered picking up myself.  So the fact that she got it for me makes it that much better – because without her I would never own this!

The Incredible Hulk Movie Poster (1978)

1978 Incredible Hulk Movie

Happy Monday!  Here we have a poster for “The Incredible Hulk” movie.  What? you say… that doesn’t look like the movie poster I know!  Yes, I know, stop talking – let me finish.  In Australia they released the original T.V. pilot in the theaters.  This is the poster that marketed the movie.  Look at that image!  How great is that!  There’s a really great older model that is exactly in the pose of that Hulk.  I don’t have it… yet… 

The Transformation!

 There is smaller pictures of Bill Bixby and a couple of Lou Ferigno as the Hulk.  Just looking at the images makes me think of the scenes where Ferigno would throw someone and then they would cut to the guy flying through the air and landing in tires, trash, or into water.  I remember a great episode that features a fashion designer and when there was a Hulk-out Lou Ferigno pushed a guy into… CLOTHES!  And it knocked him out to boot!  Man, I loved that show!

The Late, Great Bill Bixby and the Ever Lovin Lou!

Hulk Poster Book (2008)

This came out a while ago – but I just forgot to post it.  It comes with some classic and more modern images.  I think that the best posters here are:

• Any of the Planet Hulk Covers
• The old McFarlane Covers
• The Tim Sale Hulk: Grey Artwork
• And any of the new McGuiness Artwork

Hulk Movie Poster (2008)

Again, on the same day as I purchased the Annual #5 I was also given this poster, which hangs right behind my desk until June 13th!  Man, I cannot wait!  The poster is very reminisent of the old T.V. Show (by the way the 3rd and 4th seasons are out today!)  But it’s so much better than the 2003 film poster.  I want one movie poster that actually shows the Hulk in plain view though!  Still, I can’t wait to see Mr. Orange take on the Hulk!

“The Hulk” Poster (1966)

 

So, apparently, Marvel produced 8 of these posters in the 60′s of every major character.  There are ones of Spiderman and Captain America and Iron Man and Thor and Sub-Mariner and Dr. Strange and the Human Torch – but this has to be the best one – just look at it – it’s the Hulk!  Not to mention its also in the classic Kirby leaping Hulk pose!  The pose is from the cover of TTA #67 and is one of my all time favorites!  What a great piece to add to my collection! 

I must say though… I am shocked that there are still no toys or anything promoting the movie coming out in a few short months!  Someone needs to get on the ball!  And fast here!

Also – P.S. – I did just hear that Bowen is creating a “Museum Pose Hulk” statue in this latest wave.  I can’t wait!

Avengers Classic Poster (2007)

This Stan Lee written comic was about how the Avengers really got together.  I never picked it up but people who’ve read it said it was good.  It came out in June of 2007.  My friend gave me this poster and I really like how the Hulk looks here.  Usually, because he is so big, they put him behind everyone else so that you can only see his head and maybe a fist.  I like this poster because he is right where he belongs!  Front and Center, baby!  Front and Center!

Teaser Movie Poster (2003)

 

I have this original movie poster – but the one that they used for the movie itself looks exactly the same.  It’s such a shame too – I know they were trying to keep the Hulk’s look a secret until the movie came out – but this image was just terrible. 

The poster looks like it’s saying “Talk to Hulk’s hand, cause Hulk’s face ain’t listening!”

I hate when he does that.   

Wizard Posters 3 (2004)

These are more Wizard posters.  I think it’s appropriate to show these now – the new Hulk artist has a poster in this lot – the upper right hand corner is his handy work.  The painting with Thor is better – but my favorite is obviously the close up of the eye – that is why it’s front and center. 

Wizard Posters 2 (2002)

Yes, the best thing about Bruce Jones Hulk run was the covers.  They were like real works of art that blew you away every month.  The left is a cover from Bruce’s run – and although not his best still a great drawing of the Jade Giant having a little lunch with the good Doctor Sampson.  The right side is the cover to a mini-series called Banner.  A very… different mini series.  I liked the art much more than the story – and I really wasn’t impressed by the art at all. 

Wizard Posters (1992/1998)

 

Some posters that Wizard used to include with your purchase of their magazine.  Now they give you nothing.  Wizard used to give really cheap exclusive figures and great posters like these – now you get just the magazine!  What kind of crap is that?

Sam Keith did the poster on the left – Adam Kubert did the one on the left – and I’m not sure who did the one on the bottom – all I know is that it’s better than mine.

Advertising Hulk Posters (1998)

 

There was a time – and that time was 1998 – where Hulk was so popular that he was awarded with a second title called the Rampaging Hulk.  See the picture underneath for the comic.  It was supposed to be more kid-friendly and feature the mindless Hulk destroying a bunch of army tanks and such.  You know – like the good old days.  The poster shows a kid with a tiny Hulk in his glasses, maybe he’s yelling, but he could be yawning – I have no idea – but the tag-line is “Believing is Seeing”  Ummm… What?  Worst tag-line ever. 

The other poster is a advertisement for Wizard #80 that featured a Wolverine vs. Hulk cover.  Can we get over this already?  Hulk would detroy Wolverine in a fight!  And has! Look here.

Revamp poster (1999)

This is right around the time when Hulk was revamped and started over at #1.  It really is too bad that they did that.  Hulk was well into the 400′s when they started the numbering all over – they did that to alot of comics at this time.  #1′s sold alot better than continuing comics.  But all this did was disrupt the true, loyal fans collection.  They also took out the “Incredible” part of the title.  It was back in by issue 9.  Starting over a comic was a cheap gimmick that alot of people fell for.  Hulk became a huge seller… for a few issues.  It was really just a waste of time.  But the poster is really cool.