History of Doug Moench in Timeline
Doug Moench is an American writer known primarily for his work in comic books. He is celebrated for his extensive contributions to the Batman mythos and for creating iconic characters such as Moon Knight, Deathlok, Black Mask, and Harvey Bullock. His eight-year run on *Master of Kung Fu* also garnered critical acclaim. Beyond comics, Moench has written novels, short stories, newspaper articles, comic strips, screenplays, and teleplays, displaying his versatility as a writer across various media.
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1964: Fan letter printed in The Amazing Spider-Man #17
In 1964, Doug Moench had a fan letter printed in The Amazing Spider-Man issue #17, where he praised the art of Steve Ditko.
April 1968: Fan letter printed in Avengers #51
In April 1968, Doug Moench had a fan letter printed in Avengers #51.
June 1968: Fan letter printed in Captain America #102
In June 1968, Doug Moench had a fan letter printed in Captain America #102.
March 1970: Fan letter printed in Silver Surfer #14
In March 1970, Doug Moench had a fan letter printed in Silver Surfer #14.
November 1973: First story for Marvel Comics
In November 1973, Doug Moench's first story for Marvel Comics appeared in Chamber of Chills #7.
1974: Collaboration on Master of Kung Fu
In 1974, Doug Moench began working with Paul Gulacy on Master of Kung Fu.
August 1975: Introduction of Moon Knight in Werewolf by Night #32
In August 1975, Doug Moench and artist Don Perlin introduced Moon Knight in Werewolf by Night #32.
October 1975: Launch of The Inhumans series
In October 1975, Doug Moench and George Pérez launched The Inhumans series.
January 1976: Creation of "Weirdworld" in Marvel Super Action #1
In January 1976, "Weirdworld" was created by Doug Moench and Mike Ploog in Marvel Super Action #1.
January 1977: Debut of The Rampaging Hulk
In January 1977, Doug Moench and Walt Simonson debuted The Rampaging Hulk.
1977: Collaboration on Master of Kung Fu
In 1977, Doug Moench ended his work with Paul Gulacy on Master of Kung Fu.
1980: Moon Knight solo series
In 1980, the character of Moon Knight, created by Doug Moench and Don Perlin, got his own solo comic book series.
August 1982: Departure from Marvel Comics
In late August 1982, Doug Moench left Marvel due to disagreements with then editor-in-chief Jim Shooter.
1983: Writing Batman and Detective Comics
From 1983 to 1986, Doug Moench wrote Batman and Detective Comics for DC Comics.
February 1984: Jason Todd replaces Dick Grayson as Robin
In February 1984, Doug Moench and artist Don Newton produced the story in which Jason Todd replaced Dick Grayson as Robin in Batman #368.
1985: Co-creation of Black Mask
In 1985, Doug Moench co-created Black Mask.
May 1986: Co-creation of Film Freak
In May 1986, Doug Moench co-created the villain Film Freak in Batman #395.
1986: Contributions to DC Challenge limited series
In 1986, Doug Moench contributed to the DC Challenge limited series and co-created Electric Warrior, Lords of the Ultra-Realm, and Slash Maraud.
1992: Writing for "Knightfall" storyline
From 1992 to 1998, Doug Moench was one of the writers of the "Knightfall" storyline and wrote Batman #500 in which the character Azrael replaced Bruce Wayne as Batman.
1998: Writing for "Knightfall" storyline
From 1992 to 1998, Doug Moench was one of the writers of the "Knightfall" storyline and wrote Batman #500 in which the character Azrael replaced Bruce Wayne as Batman.
2010: Recognition for Master of Kung-Fu
In 2010, Comics Bulletin ranked Doug Moench and Paul Gulacy's work on Master of Kung-Fu sixth on its list of the "Top 10 1970s Marvels".
2018: Residence in Pennsylvania
As of 2018, Doug Moench lives in Pennsylvania.
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