What Is Master Comics?

Master Comics was a long-running Fawcett Comics anthology series that ran from 1940 to 1953, spanning 133 issues. It's best known as the home of Captain Marvel Jr., who became a featured star of the book starting with issue #23 after his debut — making Master Comics one of the flagship titles in Fawcett's powerhouse Captain Marvel family. The series also featured other Fawcett heroes like Bulletman and Minute Man, making it a great snapshot of the Golden Age superhero anthology format. With 133 issues across 13 years, it's a rich run for Golden Age collectors!