Time Bandits, #001, A Marvel Movie Special (Marvel, 1982) - Newsstand Edition

This Marvel Movie Special comic book issue features "Time Bandits," an imaginative and classic adventure drawn from the beloved 1981 fantasy film "Time Bandits." Published by Marvel Comics in February 1982, this comic brings a unique visual representation of the film’s captivating storyline and characters to life.

About the cover

The cover showcases an action-packed scene brimming with the adventurous spirit of the Time Bandits. It vividly captures the characters' frantic escape through time with dynamic artwork and vibrant colors. The tagline reads: "They're capable of intergalactic, inter-cosmic travel, yet unable to tie their own shoelaces! They're timeless, yet always late!"

About the variant

This is the Newsstand Edition of Time Bandits #1, identifiable by the barcode on the bottom left corner of the cover. Newsstand editions were sold in general retail locations and are often rarer and highly sought after by collectors.

Issue Details

• Title: Time Bandits, #001
• Issue Number: 001
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Release Date: February 1982
• Estimated Value: $5 - $20
• Cover Artist: Unknown
• Condition: Ungraded, Bagged, and boarded. Condition may vary and is likely higher than what we specify. We set all of our comic conditions to "good" to keep things simple.
• Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy
• Variant: Newsstand Edition
• Language: English
• Age Level: All Ages
• Format: Single Issue
• Signed: No
• Writer: Unknown
• Universe: Unique to the "Time Bandits" film
• Tradition: American
• Superhero Team: The Time Bandits