First Appearance of Spider-Man in Amazing Fantasy (1962)

Comic Releases, First Appearances | Jun 5, 1962

Marvel Comics

Amazing Fantasy #15 (August 1962) first introduced the comic book character Spider-Man. The issue becomes a gateway to commercial success for the superhero and inspired the launch of The Amazing Spider-Man comic book. The cover art for the issue was created by penciller Jack Kirby and inker Steve Ditko.