The Rocketeer

In 1985, writer/artist Dave Stevens launched The Rocketeer at Eclipse Comics, a single-issue debut that introduced a retro-futuristic pulp hero soaring through 1930s Hollywood. The story follows a stunt pilot who discovers a mysterious jetpack, blending Golden Age adventure with Stevens' lush, pin-up-inspired artwork. Though brief, this initial issue established a beloved character whose iconic design and nostalgic charm would echo across comics and beyond.