Over on Movie Pilot, Mr. Kit Simpson Browne has posted up a fun read that can actually serve as an interesting history lesson for those that are unfamiliar with the rich history of the G.I.Joe Universe.
In the article, Kit asks the question “Was G.I.Joe supposed to be in the Marvel Universe?” A great question to ask, seeing as how the ARAH series of comic books was indeed brought to life by Marvel during the 80s. Here’s a bit of info from the article –
You might even stop for a second and remember the awesome comic-book series from the ’80s and early ’90s, written by Larry Hama, and published by Marvel comics. Because, y’know, it was awesome.What you probably don’t sit and think about, though, is just how different the G.I. Joe series almost was, and how its modern origins, way back in 1982, almost changed the modern movie-going landscape as we know it.
The article goes on to discuss Nick Fury, his son and their role in Fury Force, the original concept created by the godfather of G.I.Joe, Larry Hama. It’s great read and you should definitely check it out! Once you’ve given it a read, join us after the break to share your thoughts on whether you think G.I.Joe should be included in to the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
C.I.A.D. says
A really fun article was posted today Movie Pilot. Check it out -
Wait, G.I. Joe Was Originally Supposed to Be in the MARVEL UNIVERSE? | moviepilot.com
Xerofall says
I already heard of this and it's interesting... however beyond a few fantastical things like Serpentor and Snake Eyes being almost super human in his ability to endure pain, I like that the Marvel superheroes were kept apart from the line.
Others around the Joes knew of superheroes, but in a way we ourselves are aware of them, as characters, not real. (A kid seeing Storm Shadow running down the street and he exclaims "Moon Knight!" or Scarlett landing on an actor playing Hulk.)
There were a few intrusions into the realm of Superheroes, J Jonah Jameson, Duke being in a Spiderman issue, Transformers, etc...
SharkyRivethead says
I'm not sure how it works when it comes to IP. Would it be safe to say that since Disney acquired Marvel comics, they also own the rights to G.I. Joe and Transformers?
It dawned on me when I was reading the article ( yes, I may have been the caboose on a late freight...but I'm still here)
That Disney has the ability to make these movies. ( and for all I know they are doing just that) The point is.....well,.....idk. I just woke up and have yet to have my coffee. dang it. Anyhoot! How frigging cool would it be for them to do an October Guard movie? Something real gritty and little more dramatic. Giving us the history of how they come to be. This could lend us a few more movies with a crossover or 2 into G.I. Joe.
Sarge, I'm still Jealous of you.
DPrime says
Oh, if only...
Nemesis*Prime says
I think it would be great, and it would definitely, finally give G.I. Joe the edge it needed to compete and be popular again.
WarinThefloor says
I always assumed that since Gi Joe comics came in my monthly deliver with the Marvel stuff that Joes were in the Marvel universe, then Spider man was in a Transformers issue, transformers always interacted with Joe. I have always played with Joes and marvel toys together.
Stalker says
It suggests something I believe, which is that a G.I. Joe live action series like Agents of SHIELD would be rad.
Jmacq1 says
Marvel/Disney has no ownership of G.I. Joe or Transformers whatsoever, and cannot make movies using those characters unless they pay Hasbro for the license to do so...which they have absolutely no reason to do.
As for the article...it's amusing speculation (based on knowledge that's been pretty well-known in fan circles for a good while), but we wouldn't be getting "G.I. Joe" as we know and love we'd be getting "Fury Force" which probably wouldn't have had an accompanying toy line or cartoon show because it wouldn't have been a Hasbro creation, and for all we know most of us would never have heard of, so...yeah. Amusing, but not really thinking the premise all the way through.
sbartek1974 says
Jmacq1 says
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