Spider-Man Annual #[1984]

Jan 1983 · Marvel UK

☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free

About this Collection

This 1984 annual from Marvel UK collects a selection of Spider-Man stories originally published in the British weekly comic, featuring the wall-crawler facing off against classic foes like Kraven the Hunter. The volume also includes additional features and reprints typical of the UK annual format of the era.

Spider-Man Annual #1 (1983) delivers one of the most pivotal moments in Marvel history, with Gerry Conway’s gripping story and Gil Kane’s powerful interior art capturing the emotional weight of a turning point in Peter Parker’s life. When Norman Osborn, fractured by grief and guilt, reclaims his identity as the Green Goblin, his rage targets Gwen Stacy in a harrowing escalation on the Brooklyn Bridge. The cover by Paul Neary perfectly encapsulates the tragedy’s looming dread, making this a must-read for any fan of classic Spider-Man storytelling.

Contains 2 stories

The Night Gwen Stacy Died

20 pp · Superhero

Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Gwen Stacy (death)Harry OsbornMary Jane WatsonRobbie RobertsonJ. Jonah JamesonGreen Goblin [Norman Osborn] (villain)Aunt May Parker (cameo flashback)Flash Thompson (cameo flashback)

In the tense aftermath of Harry’s breakdown, Norman Osborn confronts a terrifying truth—his fractured mind has finally remembered who he is: the Green Goblin. With his son’s suffering and his own unraveling empire at stake, he turns his rage toward Spider-Man by taking Gwen Stacy hostage at the Brooklyn Bridge. As the battle unfolds above the city’s skyline, the weight of one desperate choice threatens to shatter everything.

The Goblin's Last Stand!

20 pp · Superhero

Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Gwen Stacy (deceased)Harry OsbornRobbie RobertsonJ. Jonah JamesonMary Jane WatsonGreen Goblin [Norman Osborn] (villain, dies)George Stacy (flashback)