The 1990s were a turbulent time. Following a massive industry crash, Marvel filed for in 1996. To survive, they sold the film rights of their biggest characters to other studios (Spider-Man to Sony, X-Men to Fox).
: While many think of Spider-Man first, Marvel officially considers Thor, Captain America, and Iron Man as its "Big Three". marvel - search results
The company was founded in 1939 by as Timely Comics . Its first publication, Marvel Comics #1 , debuted in October 1939 and featured the Human Torch (an android) and Namor the Sub-Mariner . The 1990s were a turbulent time
: Created by Lee and Ditko, Peter Parker became the face of the company—a teenager juggling superhero duties with aunt-related chores and money troubles. Marvel officially considers Thor