Magneto (Marvel Comics)

fictional character in Marvel Comics

Magneto (Max Eisenhardt) (/mæɡˈniːtoʊ/) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, commonly in association with the X-Men. He was created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby, the character first appears in The X-Men #1 (cover-dated September 1963) as an enemy of the X-Men.[1] Magneto was ranked by IGN as the Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time.[2]

Cosplayer as the character.

Portrayals change

He was played by Ian McKellen and Michael Fassbender in movies. He was voiced by Tom Kane and Tony Jay in cartoons and video games.

References change

  1. Press, Ivy (May 2006). Heritage Comics Dallas Signature Auction Catalog #820. Heritage Capital Corporation. p. 71. ISBN 978-1-59967-044-7.
  2. "Magneto is number 1 - IGN". 2009-05-18. Archived from the original on 2009-05-18. Retrieved 2020-03-26.