Professeur Tournesol

Professeur Tournesol (Professor Calculus in English) is a brilliant but nearly deaf eccentric scientist and inventor who becomes a close companion to Tintin and Captain Haddock, joining their circle of friends after his debut in L'Affaire Tournesol-era adventures.

Born from the pen of the legendary Hergé in 1944, Professeur Tournesol is one of the most beloved figures to emerge from the Golden Age of Franco-Belgian comics — a distinctive, enduring presence in the world of Tintin whose appeal has charmed readers across an astonishing 65-year span. Published by Casterman, he inhabits the pages of Les Aventures de Tintin alongside some of the most iconic names in all of bande dessinée: Tintin himself, the irrepressible Capitaine Haddock, faithful Milou, and the bumbling duo Dupont and Dupond. His reach extends beyond a single series, with appearances in Le Journal de Tintin and even Achille Talon, speaking to just how deeply woven into the fabric of Franco-Belgian comics culture he became. If you're exploring the rich heritage of Casterman's golden catalogue, Professeur Tournesol is absolutely worth your time.