The Red Skull is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics and its predecessor Timely Comics. In Captain America Comics #1, the Red Skull's secret identity was revealed to be George Maxon; It would be retroactively established that he was merely a decoy who was working for the real Red Skull. Albert Malik would later adopt the Red Skull mantle, only to be killed in a plot orchestrated by the original.
The Red Skull in Alexander Lukin's mind. Art by Steve Epting
The Red Skull as he appears in Spider-Man: The Animated Series
The Red Skull as he appears in The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
Hugo Weaving as the Red Skull as he appears in Captain America: The First Avenger
Marvel Comics is an American comic book publisher and the property of The Walt Disney Company since December 31, 2009, and a subsidiary of Disney Publishing Worldwide since March 2023. Marvel was founded in 1939 by Martin Goodman as Timely Comics, and by 1951 had generally become known as Atlas Comics. The Marvel era began in August 1961 with the launch of The Fantastic Four and other superhero titles created by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and many others. The Marvel brand, which had been used over the years and decades, was solidified as the company's primary brand.
Marvel Comics #1 (Oct. 1939), the first comic from Marvel precursor Timely Comics. Cover art by Frank R. Paul.
The Fantastic Four #1 (Nov. 1961). Cover art by Jack Kirby (penciler) and an unknown inker.
Cover of The Avengers #4 (Mar 1964), featuring the return of Captain America. Art by Jack Kirby.
Howard the Duck #8 (Jan. 1977). Cover art by Gene Colan and Steve Leialoha.