Description: Stan Lee Media stock certificateOriginal, Authentic, GenuineDated 2001 Bankruptcy shares Multi-color vignette of Stan Lee in a comic book formatDigital signature of Stan LeeCreator of Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor, the X-Men, Captain America Stan Lee Media: A Story of Early Promise and Unfortunate EndStan Lee Media (SLM) was an ambitious internet-based entertainment company founded in 1998 by legendary comic book writer Stan Lee, alongside his then-friend Peter F. Paul. Here's a concise overview of its history:Early Success and High Hopes (1998-2000):The company started with high aspirations, aiming to create innovative superhero franchises for various media platforms, leveraging Stan Lee's name and creative expertise.Its debut project, an online animated series called 7th Portal, enjoyed initial success, attracting attention and awards for its engaging story and use of internet technology.SLM went public in 1999 through a reverse merger, gaining access to capital for further development.Challenges and Controversies (2000-2001):Despite the promising start, the company faced internal conflicts and legal issues.Several lawsuits alleging financial mismanagement and securities fraud tarnished its public image.Additionally, the dot-com bubble burst in 2000, impacting internet-based companies like SLM and hindering its ability to secure funding.Demise and Aftermath (2001-present):Unable to overcome financial difficulties and controversies, SLM filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2001.The company's assets were eventually sold, and it officially ceased operations.While some of its intellectual property was acquired by other entities, Stan Lee Media itself didn't survive.Key Points:Founded by Stan Lee in 1998, aimed to create new superhero franchises for multimedia platforms.Initial success with 7th Portal, followed by financial trouble and legal controversies.Filed for bankruptcy in 2001 and ultimately shut down.Additional Notes:Stan Lee himself eventually distanced himself from SLM due to the controversies surrounding the company.While unsuccessful, Stan Lee Media's attempt to leverage the internet for superhero storytelling paved the way for future web-based entertainment ventures. Stan Lee Comics bibliography Lee's comics work includes: DC Comics DC Comics Presents: Superman #1 (2004) Detective Comics #600 (1989, text piece) Just Imagine Stan Lee creating: Aquaman (with Scott McDaniel) (2002) Batman (with Joe Kubert) (2001) Catwoman (with Chris Bachalo) (2002) Crisis (with John Cassaday) (2002) Flash (with Kevin Maguire) (2002) Green Lantern (with Dave Gibbons) (2001) JLA (with Jerry Ordway) (2002) Robin (with John Byrne) (2001) Sandman (with Walt Simonson) (2002) Secret Files and Origins (2002) Shazam! (with Gary Frank) (2001) Superman (with John Buscema) (2001) Wonder Woman (with Jim Lee) (2001) Marvel Comics The Amazing Spider-Man #1–100, 105–110, 116–118 (co-written with Gerry Conway), Annual #1–5 (1963-1973); #200 (epilogue), Annual #18 (1980, 1984); (backup stories): #634–645 (2010–2011) The Amazing Spider-Man, strips (1977–2018)[182] The Avengers #1–34 (1963–1966) Captain America #100–141 (1968–1971) (continues from Tales of Suspense #99) Daredevil, #1–9, 11–50, 53 (story), Annual #1 (1964–1969) Daredevil, vol. 2, #20 (backup story) (2001) Epic Illustrated #1 (Silver Surfer) (1980) Fantastic Four #1–114, 115 (plot), 120–125, Annual #1–6 (1961–1972); #296 (1986) The Incredible Hulk #1–6 (1962–1963) (continues to Tales to Astonish #59) The Incredible Hulk, vol. 2, #108–119, 120 (plot) (1968–1969) Journey into Mystery (Thor) plotter #83–96 (1962–1963), writer #97–125, Annual #1 (1963–1966) (continues to Thor #126) The Mighty Thor #126–192, 200, Annual #1–2, 4 (1966–1972), 385 (1987) Kissnation #1 (1996) Nightcat #1 (1991) Ravage 2099 #1–7 (1992–1993) Savage She-Hulk #1 (1980) Savage Tales #1 (1971) Sgt. Fury and his Howling Commandos #1–28, Annual #1 (1963–1966) Silver Surfer #1–18 (1968–1970) Silver Surfer, vol. 2, #1 (1982) Silver Surfer: Judgment Day (1988) ISBN 978-0-87135-427-3 Silver Surfer: Parable #1–2 (1988–1989) Silver Surfer: The Enslavers (1990) ISBN 978-0-87135-617-8 Solarman #1–2 (1989–1990) The Spectacular Spider-Man (magazine) #1–2 (1968) The Spectacular Spider-Man Annual #10 (1990) Strange Tales (diverse stories): #9, 11, 74, 89, 90–100 (1951–1962); (Human Torch): #101–109, 112–133, Annual #2; (Doctor Strange): #110–111, 115–128, 130-142, 151–157 (1963–1967); Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.: #135–147, 150–152 (1965–1967) Tales to Astonish (diverse stories): #1, 6, 12–13, 15–17, 24–33 (1959–1962); Ant-Man/Giant Man: #35–69 (1962–1965); The Hulk: #59–101 (1964–1968); Sub-Mariner: #70–101 (1965–1968) Tales of Suspense (diverse stories): #7, 9, 16, 22, 27, 29–30 (1959–1962); (Iron Man): plotter #39–46 (1963), writer #47–98 (1963–1968) (Captain America): #59–86, 88–99 (1964–1968) Web of Spider-Man Annual #6 (1990) What If (Fantastic Four) #200 (2011) The X-Men #1–19 (1963–1966) Since the company went bankrupt, there is obviously no trading or redemption value. Sold as a collectable only.
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