The Fantastic Four’s Original Jack Kirby Uniforms, 1961-1983 Marvel Comics When the Fantastic Four debuted in 1961 , they were people “just like us” with super powers.

Lee and Jack Kirby's "Fantastic Four" comic book run is still considered mandatory reading and includes much of the bedrock of the current Marvel Universe.

Fantastic Four Anniversary Tribute #1 variant cover by Jim Cheung (Image credit: Marvel Comics). 1961's Fantastic Four #1 features the origin of the team and in effect the entire Marvel Universe ...