Doctor strange was the unofficial inspiration for the lead character in doctor mordrid, who was made into a captain ersatz to avoid legal issues. Scott derricksons newest movie, doctor strange is almost here. Doctor strange in the increasingly cookiecutter realm of marvel comicbook movies, a little strange goes a long way. Doctor stephen strange is a fictional superhero appearing in american comic books published. Coupled with an array of great bonus features, marvels latest superhero doctor strange is a highly recommended bluray release. An origin story that does not rely upon any of the avengers to show up and add clarification as to. Doctor strange serves as the sorcerer supreme, the primary protector of earth against magical and mystical threats.
A readers guide to 50 years of doctor strange comics. Where the avengers movies take you flying by buildings and careening over fiery explosions, doctor strange takes you through rainbowtinted alternative dimensions in time and space and racing madly over folding scenery as it collapses around you. From marvel studios comes doctor strange, the story of worldfamous neurosurgeon dr. What effect will eating other dimensional planets have on. Doctor strange is the name of several comic book titles featuring the character doctor. Doctor strange and the sorcerers supreme 2016 now comic. Doctor strange in the increasingly cookiecutter realm of marvel comic book movies, a little strange goes a long way. Stephen strange whose life changes forever after a horrific car accident robs him of the use of his hands.
In the increasingly cookiecutter realm of marvel comicbook movies, a little strange goes a. Subscribe to marvel unlimited to read doctor strange comic lists by marvel experts. Doctor strange for all the variations of the subject on the site. Oct 23, 2016 14 movies into the mcu and with many other comic book movies constantly opening these days doctor stranges basic origin story structure is a bit overly familiar, including a lot of the. It wasnt a consistent run as there are a few two to three issue arcs where we get a guest creative team but he was the principle architect of the doctor strange comic in the early 80s. Upcoming marvel movies for 2019 and impact on comic book values. Despite being a premiere eponymous title, graded copies of this. Doctor strange and the sorcerers supreme 2016 now comic books. Doctor strange in the marvel cinematic universe is the second liveaction incarnation of the character, following an incarnation portrayed by peter hooten. Mar 02, 2017 doctor strange open your eye scene hd. Unable to save his sister, strange decided to become a doctor to save lives. If youre looking for a new story that goes beyond traditional comic book stories, this is also a must read and a must look.
Scott derrickson the writer and director of doctor strange has taken to twitter to reveal his personal favourite comic book movie and its not one thats in the mcu catalog. This page contains a list of all the comics included in doctor strange vol 4. In 2016, while recording the score for doctor strange at londons abbey road studios, room 1 where the beatles recorded their records, paul mccartney walked in and declared, youre in my. He briefly lost the book when he destroyed his home to prevent the alien wizard urthona from taking his magical artifacts, but the book was saved by agamotto, who transported it to his realm and returned it to strange some time later. The mysterious world of doctor strange hardcover october 4, 2016. The pitch won him the job of directing and cowriting the film for a july 2016 release date. Oct 23, 2016 scott derricksons newest movie, doctor strange is almost here. What doctor strange has that no other comic book movie does is a wild visual style that pushes the boundaries of effects technology while dazzling the audiences with imagery that is as colorful. If you have found something that is not seen on this page, please add it to this list. Doctor strange appeared in his first feature film released november 4th 2016, as part of phase 3 of the marvel cinematic universe. A guide to doctor stranges magical artifacts screen rant. His vision of dormammus dimensional realm of darkness, was perhaps unlike anything seen in comics before. Doctor stranges rogues gallery continues take advantage of his weakness.
He briefly lost the book when he destroyed his home to prevent the alien wizard urthona from taking his magical artifacts, but the book was saved by agamotto, who transported. Strange was, even among comic book fans, and the reluctance to adapt it. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Its certainly true that nightmare debuted alongside doctor strange when the comic. The letters page contains a note from author tom wolfe. How vfx tapped inception for a new marvel dimension marvels trippiest superhero movie opened new vfx dimensions inspired by comic book artist steve ditko and. The character made his film debut in the 2016 film doctor strange, performed through motion capture by benedict cumberbatch and voiced by a mixture of cumberbatch and an unidentified british actor. Doctor strange is a 2016 american superhero film based on the marvel comics character of the same name. Doctor strange director hints at villain ideas for sequel. Marveldisney has done a terrific job bringing doctor strange to bluray. The avengers are referenced, but they are mostly absent from the movie, allowing doctor strange to evolve without their interference. Doctor strange is a comic book sorcerer and superhero in the marvel universe. Oct 04, 2016 i do admit, the storytelling is a little slow and different from current comic book storytelling, but nonetheless, these are great stories held within. Doctor strange s rogues gallery continues take advantage of his weakness.
The number 1 free online comic book community featuring a comic book price guide database, friends, lists, blogs, and more. Comic book realm use our database to track your comic. How doctor strange went from marvel superhero to movie star everything you need to know about the sorcerer supremes trip from comics psychedelic hero to the mcus new mvp by. Stern embraced the weirdness that is inherent with a sorcerer who commands the dark arts but the book became bright and ingrained in the main marvel universe. When traditional medicine fails him, he is forced to look for healing, and hope, in an unlikely. Jul 24, 2016 if true, the eyes overall tiein to the upcoming infinity war films makes sense, even in the comic book realm. Scott derrickson recalls meeting paul mccartney while. Sep 06, 2017 doctor strange director hints at villain ideas for sequel. Vaughan is the writer and cocreator of comicbook series including saga, paper girls, y the last man, runaways, and most recently, barrier. If you havent seen doctor strange yet, do yourself a favor and get to the movie theater. Benedict cumberbatch portrays the character in the marvel cinematic universe films doctor strange 2016. It takes full advantage of the unique powers of its title character to create ingenious setpieces filled with stunning, psychedelic visuals and. Doctor strange for all the variations of the subject on the.
Reviews call benedict cumberbatch film hypnotic and visually dazzling. Doctor stranges hands have been healed, restoring his surgical skills but. While filming, benedict cumberbatch walked into a comic book store, in full costume. Doctor strange for the main version of the subject. Nov 04, 2016 how doctor strange went from marvel superhero to movie star everything you need to know about the sorcerer supremes trip from comics psychedelic hero to the mcus new mvp by.
This is an homage to the 2016 doctor strange comics, where he was severely depowered and took to wielding an axe, called angarrumus. Strange went to medical school and eventually graduated with an m. What we tend to forget sometimes is that 2016 s doctor strange solo movie actually. Now that youve seen the doctor strange movie, heres a handy guide to the marvel comics. It was interesting to get more backstory about doctor stranges life than what you would normally find in a comic book, especially when it delved into his early life and the death of his sister. Weve heard a lot about doctor stranges psychedelic vibe in channeling famous images from acclaimed marvel comic book artist steve ditko. The majority of fan theories regarding avengers 4 tie back in some way to the quantum realm. Master of the mystic arts and sorcerer supreme of the material realm called earth, is not the average marvel superhero. Scott derricksons doctor strange is a surprisingly cerebral. As a comic book character, doctor strange has never been the most popular of heroes. It was directed by scott derrickson sinister, deliver us from.
Following numerous thanosbased gauntlet skirmishes and lucrative crossover events, the illuminati superhero collective charged doctor strange with watching after the soul stone. Stephen vincent strange is the sorcerer supreme of the marvel universe, responsible for. Strange comic book of the all new all different marvel lineup. The title heroes are expected to travel back to the quantum realm to rescue janet. He had a sister named donna, who drowned after getting a cramp while swimming. An origin story that does not rely upon any of the. Marvel comics what if series marvel comic universe, marvel comic books, comics. Featuring movie posters, fan art, new contemporary art, vintage pulp and comic art. Doctor strange arrives on bluray courtesy of marvel studiosdisney in a twodisc bluray and dvd set. Browse marvels comprehensive list of doctor strange comics. Even master mordo offers up a brief vision of things to come during the final postcredits sequence. An ancient evil threatens to unravel the fabric of reality, and one sorcerer supreme may not be enough. Doctor strange must unite past, present and future sorcerers supremes to stem the coming darkness merlin, the ancient one, wiccan, and more. In 2009, dormammu was ranked as igns 56thgreatest comic book villain of all time.
With a solid visual presentation and a terrific audio mix, the film looks and sounds fantastic. Whether its because of what was said about the powers of the infinity stones, or the qualities of the. Produced by marvel studios and distributed by walt disney studios motion pictures, it is the 14th film in the marvel cinematic universe mcu. Maybe my most favourite tale of the doc after the awesome doctor strange, doctor doom. He wasnt irradiated by cosmic rays during a daring space flight along with four friends who were forever changed into super beings. The comic book realm features a laundry list of additional. Doctor strange comics doctor strange comic book list. Nov 08, 2016 if you havent seen doctor strange yet, do yourself a favor and get to the movie theater. The doctor strange comic books category for a complete list. Finally, although the comic book tropes are all in place, the acting, tone, and visual effects keep them from becoming tedious. Doctor strange in 2016 like the 2016 power man and iron fist comic just in time for the netflix franchise, marvel has launched a new doctor strange series. By the hoary hosts of hoggoth, has greg pak ever written a decent comic even though doctor stranges origins seem to be covered in every doctor strange book, pak goes over it again because this is a marvel season one comic.
Browse the marvel comic series doctor strange 2015 2018. So even if you have never read a marvel comic featuring doctor strange, this book is the best. If youre a fan of doctor strange, this is a must read and a must look. Doctor strange comics doctor strange comic book list marvel. Doctor strange keeps the book in his town house library in new york citys greenwich village. Doctor stephen strange is a fictional superhero appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics. Benedict cumberbatch is perfectly cast and the visual effects are incredible. Doctor strange director scott derrickson reveals his. Oct 27, 2017 now that youve seen the doctor strange movie, heres a handy guide to the marvel comics. Marvels latest adventure takes their cinematic universe into the realm of the supernatural, doctor strange a trippy, freewheeling jaunt into the comic book multiverse where time is fluid and death is only a doorway to a brand new adventure. Wong is a fictional character appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics.
Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. He is the sidekick and valet of doctor strange, the sorcerer. The film contains references to the doctor strange comic the oath. Its certainly true that nightmare debuted alongside doctor strange when the comic book was in its infancy. Whether its because of what was said about the powers of. This is the threepart tale that saw the beginnings of the partnership that would lead doctor strange, submariner, and the hulk to becoming marvels defenders. The marvel comics eternals movie is greenlit, so prepare for more insane record. Yes, this new project shares the same look, feel, and fancy corporate sheen as the rest of marvels rapidly expanding avengers portfolio, but it also boasts an underlying originality and freshness missing from the increasingly cookiecutter comicbook realm of late. Your complete guide to the everballooning marvel cinematic. M arvels newest comic book based film, doctor strange is the most visually stunning, creative film set in the avengers universe, so far. Im not sure how canon this history was, because i havent seen the same specific details anywhere else, but they certainly added an extra. Stephen vincent strange is the sorcerer supreme of the marvel universe, responsible for defending it from mystic threats. Doctor stranges hands have been healed, restoring his surgical. Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them.
In november, doctor strange opens the door to a new area within the marvel. Dr takes on the classic wolverine storyline, weapon x by. Jan 21, 2020 doctor strange is an excellent comic book film. Doctor strange marvel cinematic universe wiki fandom.
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