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#1

Starman (1994-2001) #0

1994

With the original Starman retired, his old foe, The Mist, continues an old vendetta against Starman as he returns and takes the life of the hero's oldest son. Now, Starman's rebellious younger son Jack is forced into a role that he does not want and has spent a lifetime denying...
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#1

Starman (1994-2001) #14

1994

The Mist's carefully orchestrated crime wave washes over Opal City, and a hero from the past is reborn! In a dramatic, kaleidoscopic story focusing on a different character in each segment, Tony Harris shares the pencil chores with Andrew Robinson, Amanda Conner, Chris Sprouse and more.
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#5

Starman (1994-2001) #4

1994

With the fall of The Mist, Jack Knight tries putting his life back together. But his attempt to forget Starman proves futile when he receives a disturbing visit from the Golden Age Shade, who reveals strange, hidden facets of Opal City.
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#6, 11, 18, 28

Starman, Vol. 4

Times Past

1997

Tales of four Starmen—Ted Knight, Jack Knight and two alien Starmen—are retold in this compelling collection. Features the Justice Society of America, the origins of both the 1940s and modern Starmen, and a tale of the mysterious, centuries-old super-villain the Shade.
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#6, 11, 18, 28, Secret

Starman

A Wicked Inclination

1997

Book by James Robinson
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#8

Starman (1994 - 2001) #7

1995

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#10

Starman (1994 - 2001) #9

1995

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#11

Starman (1994 - 2001) #10

1995

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#13

Starman (1994 - 2001) #12

1995

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#14

Starman (1994-2001) #13

1995

Alone and trapped in his observatory, Ted Knight, the Golden Age Starman, must fend off an ambush attack by a newly revitalized Dr. Phosporus. Armed only with his scientific genius and the contents of his laboratory, Knight faces a foe whose very touch means fiery death.
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#16

Starman (1994-2001) #15

1995

Solomon Grundy and Mikaal are kidnapped by the Mist's gang! But when one attacker exhibits a particularly vicious approach to keeping Starman's two friends held captive, Mikaal will need to reach deep down for an explosive escape plan.
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#17

Starman (1994-2001) #16

1995

Jack fights his way through an army of assassins to regain his Star Staff for a final confrontation with the Mist. Plus, the fate of Ted Knight, Solomon Grundy, the alien Mikaal, the Shade and the O'Dares is revealed.
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#19

Starman (1994-2001) #18

1994

It's a tale of "Time Past" as the original Starman confronts his arch-foe, the Mist, during the Golden Age!
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#21

Starman (1994-2001) #19

1990

Jack Knight is once again reunited with his brother David, his immediate—and slain—predecessor as Starman, in this standalone issue. And even though the reunion is bittersweet between the siblings, it's the appearance of another family member that brings Jack to tears.
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#22

Starman (1994-2001) #20

1990

Part 1 of the 4-part ''Sand and Stars'' storyline! On a quest to uncover the Mist's coveted medal, Starman must leave Opal City and find one of his father's former allies—Wesley Dodds, the Golden Age Sandman!
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#24

Starman (1994-2001) #22

1990

Jack Knight has been captured! As the conflict unfolds and the clock ticks away, the Golden Age Sandman must call on the memory of his first battle alongside the original Starman to save the day in a sequence illustrated by Guy Davis (SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE)!
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#25

Starman (1994-2001) #23

1990

Time is running out as Starman and the Golden Age Sandman race to find the elusive Nobody before he sabotages an air show, killing hundreds of spectators!
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#27

Starman (1994-2001) #25

1990

Attempting to lure the demonic Merritt out of hiding, Jack Knight uses himself as bait. But even with the help of Opal City's police force, Merritt may prove too formidable a foe even for Starman.
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#29

Starman (1994-2001) #29

1990

Opal City is seen through the eyes of a time-lost figure from the past in this special issue that presents a spectacular starting point for new readers! Explore the world of Jack Knight and the entire STARMAN in this perfect introduction to the series!
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#30

Starman (1994-2001) #34

1991

Banding together to save the life of Solomon Grundy, Jack Knight, Batman, Sentinel and the Floronic Man enter the mind of the former villain and find a virtual army of past versions of Grundy. But as the battle rages, Grundy's physical body grows weaker, nearing death.
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#31

Starman (1994-2001) #36

1991

It's a tale of "Times Past," starring former Starman Will Payton. In a bizarre hunt for a murderous couple working their way across the country, Will reflects on his role as Starman. But things take a bad turn when the chase reaches Turk County and a life is put on the line.
#32

Starman (1994-2001) 37

1997

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#33

Starman (1994-2001) #37

1994

In "Talking with David '97," David brings Jack to a very special dinner party, one featuring the fallen heroes of the All-Star Squadron. The original Black Canary, Hourman, Mr. Terrific, Atom, Dr. Mid-Nite and the Red Bee all share their experiences with Jack—and offer some surprising revelations.
#34

Starman (1994-2001) #38

1997

#35

Starman (1994-2001) #39

1997

Part 1 of the 4-part "Lightning & Stars" crossover! Bulletman, Golden Age hero of WW II, is revealed to have been a Nazi collaborator! As a manhunt ensues, Bulletman flees Fawcett City, seeking aid from one of the few men he can the original Starman. Continued in THE POWER OF SHAZAM! #35
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#36

Starman (1994-2001)

Annual #2

1997

Jack Knight and his newfound love finally act on their long-brewing feelings for each other. Jack relates some tales of loves and loves lost involving heroes from the past including Western character Matt Savage, and Jack's late brother David.
#37

Starman (1994-2001) #40

1998

Part 3 of the 4-part "Lightning & Stars" crossover! It's the battle of Jack's life when he goes up against Captain Marvel. Possibly the most action-packed issue of Starman ever, this battle promises to be a doozy! Concludes in THE POWER OF SHAZAM! #36.
#38

Starman (1994-2001) #41

1998

The Shade and Matt O'Dare cut through Opal City's seedy underworld to protect the secrets of Matt's criminal past. To what lengths are they willing to go to keep his dark secrets?
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#39

Starman (1994-2001) #42

1998

A "Times Past" story of the Golden Age Starman and the Demon! When a troop of Nazis arrives in 1940s Opal City performing occult rituals, will the Demon Etrigan fight them—or help them? And can Ted Knight come to terms with the Demon's hell-spawned powers?
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#40

Starman (1994-2001) #43

1992

Jack Knight seeks the help of the JLA as he embarks on an outer-space adventure! Committed to finding former Starman Will Payton, Jack must say good-bye to Opal City and prepare for his perilous journey to the stars. But that journey can't take place without a spacecraft...
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#41

Starman (1994-2001) #44

1992

In this "Times Past" story, the maniacal Prairie Witch returns, but this time, she crosses the bombastic Phantom Lady! Set in the Golden Age, Ted Knight and Phantom Lady join forces to stop her deadly crime spree. But are they strong enough to stop the Prairie Witch's cruel magicks?
#42

Starman (1994-2001) #45

1992

Jack Knight has found his way to the stars, beginning his search for vanished Starman Will Payton. But what will Opal City do without its champion? And what roles will the Shade, Ted Knight and Bobo Benetti play in the hero's absence?
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#43

Starman (1994-2001) #46

1996

In a 1950s tale of Times Past, the super-villain Bobo stumbles across an assassination plot. The target? Ted Knight, the original Starman! How can the super-strong bank robber keep the Icicle, the Gambler, and the Fiddler from killing Opal City's guardian without blowing his own rep?
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#44

Starman (1994-2001) #47

1996

How fares Opal City without a Starman? Jack Knight heads for the stars with Mikaal in search of Sadie's brother, former Starman Will Payton, while others, keen to prove their worthiness in Jack's absence, watch over and protect the citizens of Opal!
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#45

Starman (1994-2001) #48

1996

In "Stars My Destination" part 1, David Goyer joins James Robinson as co-writer. As Jack and Mikaal's search for Will Payton continues, Mikaal unexpectedly goes berserk, driven by horrific memories, and the duo must make an emergency landing—on a small blue world last visited by Swamp Thing!
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#46

Starman (1994-2001) #49

1996

While still stranded on the Blue Planet once inhabited by Swamp Thing, Jack Knight is in the fight for his life against Solomon Grundy! Meanwhile, "Talking With David '99" takes on a whole different perspective, as Mikaal discovers some information about the future and the path that he must follow. "Stars My Destination" part 2.
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#47

Starman (1994-2001) #50

1998

Special, extra-sized anniversary issue! The two Starmen—Jack and Mikaal—encounter the 30th Century's Legion of Super-Heroes. Teaming up with Legionnaire Star Boy, our heroes finally learn the secrets of Mikaal's cosmic origin, and the fate of Jack's immortal friend, the Shade! "Stars My Destination" part 3.
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#49

Starman (1994-2001) #52

1996

STARMAN COMIC
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#51

Starman (1994-2001) #54

1999

"Stars My Destination" concludes with a step back in time one hundred years long, for a story of old Opal City featuring the Shade and Scalphunter. As an inventor labors at creating "mad science," his family plots his death, hiring an assassin from Gotham City!
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#53

Starman (1994-2001) #63

2000

Opal City is in flames and all clues point to the Shade. Jack Knight does all he can to stave off the destruction that now lurks around each and every corner of Opal while Black Condor and the Elongated Man do all they can to help. "Grand Guignol" part 2.
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#54

Starman (1994-2001) #67

1994

Culp and his villainous aides, including the Mist, Solomon Grundy and the Rag Doll, imprison Jack Knight! With all of Jack's friends and colleagues also held captive, it's up to the three remaining heroes at large to tip the Adam Strange, the Elongated Man and the Black Condor. "Grand Guignol" part 6.
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#55

Starman (1994-2001) #73

2000

"Grand Guignol" Eulogy. In the aftermath of last issue, Jack and several Golden Age heroes like the Flash, Sentinel and Wildcat gather in a celebration of the life and death of a great hero. Meanwhile, another member of Starman's supporting cast perishes!
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#56

Starman (1994-2001) #74

2000

It's New Year's Eve, 1899, and Brian O'Dare embarks on his last case as the sheriff of Opal City. This is the tragic adventure that cost Scalphunter his life—a dark tale of deception featuring the mysterious Tuesday Club and the bloody war Savage fights with them.
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#57

Starman #75

2001

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#59

Starman (1994-2001) #77

2001

"1951" part 1! The penultimate Starman story sends Jack Knight back to Opal's past, to an encounter with the Starman of 1951. This mysterious Starman of yore must unite with Jack in foiling the Mist's plans to steal Opal's scientific secrets, turning the tide of the Cold War in Russia's favor.
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#60

Starman (1994-2001) #80

2001

With Jack safely back in Opal City in the present, he must face his greatest challenge yet—turning his back on the city and the Starman lineage for the sake of his young son. But before the end, Jack selects who should take over the cosmic power, and the fate of an O'Dare is revealed.
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#63

Starman 80-Page Giant #1

1998

A collection of never before told Starman stories of times past and present. Featuring the current Starman, Jack Knight, His father, Ted Knight, and the story of the mysterious Starman of 1951!
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#65

Starman Secret Files #1

1998

“TALKING WITH TED…TALKING WITH JACK.” While getting a tattoo, Jack Knight tells the story of how his father, Ted Knight, became Starman. Elsewhere, Ted Knight is telling the story of how his son Jack became Starman! Plus, a complete Starman timeline!
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Hellboy

Masks and Monsters

2010

Mike Mignola teams up with an all-star line of superhero creators to bring you two incredible crossover tales First, Hellboy joins forces with Batman and Starman in an adventure that takes them from the rooftops of Gotham to the steamy jungles of the Amazon, to rescue the first Starman, Ted Knight, from a secret Nazi organization that plans to use him to resurrect an elder god. Next, Hellboy travels to Arcadia in search of Ghost, a spectral vigilante caught up in a web of intrigue orchestrated by an ancient mask.
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#0-16

The Starman Omnibus, Vol. 1

2008

The classic super-hero series STARMAN, starring a Gen-X super-hero, is re-presented in high quality format by James Robinson ( FACE THE FACE) and Tony Harris (EX MACHINA). The super-heroic legacy of Starman is renewed in these stories, in which Jack Knight—antiques collector and dealer—inherits the name and powers of his father's old Starman identity from his older brother, who has been assassinated. Reluctantly adjusting to his role, Jack reinvents the look of Starman, ditching the traditional red and green in favor of black leather and aviator goggles. But Jack has inherited more than a heroic identity from his brother . . . he's also gained a the beautiful but mentally unbalanced Nash, daughter of the villain known as the Mist. Jack also must come to grips with the Shade, the morally ambiguous former villain who decides to become Jack's mentor.
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#0-5

Starman

Sins of the Father

1995

A riot rocks Opal City while an ailing Ted Knight recovers from a recent attack. The action forces Ted's son Jack Knight to pick up Starman's Cosmic Rod and directly oppose the villainy he swore he'd never face! Is this his calling? Or his doom? Collecting Starman #0-5
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Starman

Night and Day (Starman

1996

Jack Knight, holder of the Cosmic Rod, and hence Opal City's champion, Starman, is still coming to terms with the changes in his life...as is the daughter of Starman's most deadly nemesis, The Mist. Now Jack must face a deadly freak-show mystery, and unearth secrets about the past holders of the Starman role; but moreover, he must face a terrifying crimewave, a lethal series of assassins, and the crazed Mist herself, in a twisted, labyrinthine duel to the death! But, as ever, help is at hand - albeit from the mysterious, immortal ex-villain, the Shade...
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#29-35, 37-38

Starman, Vol. 5

Infernal Devices

1998

The fifth collection from the critically acclaimed "Starman" series, featuring the Eisner Award-winning team of James Robinson, Tony Harris and Wade von Grawbadger. Young Jack Knight, hero of Opal City, must stop the evil of Dr. Pip and save the enigmatic giant known as Solomon Grundy in this epic that guest-stars Batman and the Golden Age Green Lantern.

Authors

Scott Benefiel
Author · 1 books
Scott Erik Benefiel is an illustrator, comic book, conceptual and storyboard artist.
Tony Harris
Tony Harris
Author · 5 books

Tony Harris (born 1969) is an American comic book artist, known for his work on series such as Starman, Iron Man, and Ex Machina. He has been nominated for five Eisner Awards. Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads' database with this name. See this thread for more information.

Mike Mignola
Mike Mignola
Author · 291 books

Mike Mignola was born September 16, 1960 in Berkeley, California and grew up in nearby Oakland. His fascination with ghosts and monsters began at an early age (he doesn't remember why) and reading Dracula at age 13 introduced him to Victorian literature and folklore from which he has never recovered. In 1982, hoping to find a way to draw monsters for a living, he moved to New York City and began working for Marvel Comics, first as a (very terrible) inker and then as an artist on comics like Rocket Raccoon, Alpha Flight and The Hulk. By the late 80s he had begun to develop his signature style (thin lines, clunky shapes and lots of black) and moved onto higher profile commercial projects like Cosmic Odyssey (1988) and Gotham by Gaslight (1989) for DC Comics, and the not-so-commercial Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser (1990) for Marvel. In 1992, he drew the comic book adaptation of the film Bram Stoker's Dracula for Topps Comics. In 1993, Mike moved to Dark Horse comics and created Hellboy, a half-demon occult detective who may or may not be the Beast of the Apocalypse. While the first story line (Seed of Destruction, 1994) was co-written by John Byrne, Mike has continued writing the series himself. There are, at this moment, 13 Hellboy graphic novel collections (with more on the way), several spin-off titles (B.P.R.D., Lobster Johnson, Abe Sapien and Witchfinder), three anthologies of prose stories, several novels, two animated films and two live-action films staring Ron Perlman. Hellboy has earned numerous comic industry awards and is published in a great many countries. Mike also created the award-winning comic book The Amazing Screw-on Head and has co-written two novels (Baltimore, or, the Steadfast Tin Soldier and the Vampire and Joe Golem and the Drowning City) with best-selling author Christopher Golden. Mike worked (very briefly) with Francis Ford Coppola on his film Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), was a production designer on the Disney film Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001) and was visual consultant to director Guillermo del Toro on Blade II (2002), Hellboy (2004) and Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008). He lives somewhere in Southern California with his wife, daughter, a lot of books and a cat.

James Robinson
Author · 159 books
James Dale Robinson is a British writer of American comic books and screenplays.
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