SDCC ‘09: Roundtable Interview With Stan Lee 
 July 24, 2009 | by Kofi Outlaw 
 
 Me: “Just off the top of my head: in 2013 Superman becomes a free agent…the heirs of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster [the creators of Superman] will own the full copyrights to the character. Any plans on snatching him up for the Marvel Universe?”

Stan Lee:“Oooo… have Superman be part of the Marvel Universe? [Pointing at me] I like this guy! I had never really thought of it… See I’m with Marvel but I’m not really part of the Marvel decision making team…I think my title is “Chairman Emeritus,” which…doesn’t really mean much…To prove they haven’t forgotten me I get these cameos in the movies which is kinda nice, and people still come to the movies, but…it’s nice.”

Me: “But you’re still the magic, so…”

Stan Lee: “And don’t you forget it!” 
 
 
 
 
k Kofi even states this is no news, but why do you thikn he was trying to avoid the question is my first thought. 
he has to have pull, he could retire and he would still have pull. Is he just tryin to keep their aggenda a secret on that subject?  
To say i was expecting a straight answer would be lying i just wish someone who would like to remain annonomys at that time would shine some light on this subject 

That would be crazy, but I see DC figuring out a way to get around that

I don't think I would like Superman in Marvel...because then they'd just completely wash him so that he doesn't have people like Lois and Supergirl because they aren't property of Marvel...he would be, lonely.....unless they figure something out.
 
Anyways, I just don't want to see Superman in Marvel.

"I don't think I would like Superman in Marvel...because then they'd just completely wash him so that he doesn't have people like Lois and Supergirl because they aren't property of Marvel...he would be, lonely.....unless they figure something out.  Anyways, I just don't want to see Superman in Marvel. "

It would be a huge gain for marvel, especially since most regular people can't distinguish Marvel and DC anyway

" @Stryke said:

"I don't think I would like Superman in Marvel...because then they'd just completely wash him so that he doesn't have people like Lois and Supergirl because they aren't property of Marvel...he would be, lonely.....unless they figure something out.  Anyways, I just don't want to see Superman in Marvel. "

he could find a new gf and he would have all these other super people around he wouldnt need a cousin from krypton, dont get me wrong like her but she is not needed "

" It would be a huge gain for marvel, especially since most regular people can't distinguish Marvel and DC anyway "

Superman, in no way, shape, or form is going to Marvel. Ever. I don't know the legal details, I don't need to. I just do NOT see this happening seeing as Superman is a multi-media property tied-up in Warner Bros., and those guys will fight to the death before seeing anyone else take it away from them. 
 
And to debunk your conspiracy theory, Stan Lee has ZERO INPUT OR FEEDBACK into or from Marvel Comics, period. If they want him to contribute to a comic, they'll give "The Man" a call, or like he said, put him in a movie. The fact of the matter is, Stan Lee may have ushered-in Marvel as we know it, but it's just not his anymore. At All. So saying he's trying to cover-up Marvel's so-called motivations to acquire Superman is pretty silly. If this was Joe Quesada, Jeph Loeb, Bendis, Dan Buckly, or some other ACTUAL higher-up at Marvel, that would be one thing. But as far as Stan's concerned on this issue, his opinion means as much going forward as yours or mine, besdies creatively, of course. Because I'm sure he'd love to write the character someday, and I'm not talking his own version, either.

" @Editman said:

" It would be a huge gain for marvel, especially since most regular people can't distinguish Marvel and DC anyway "

I think most fans would resent Marvel for taking Superman.  I just see it as disrespectful, stealing DC's biggest hero. "

"Superman, in no way, shape, or form is going to Marvel. Ever. I don't know the legal details, I don't need to. I just do NOT see this happening seeing as Superman is a multi-media property tied-up in Warner Bros., and those guys will fight to the death before seeing anyone else take it away from them.   And to debunk your conspiracy theory, Stan Lee has ZERO INPUT OR FEEDBACK into or from Marvel Comics, period. If they want him to contribute to a comic, they'll give "The Man" a call, or like he said, put him in a movie. The fact of the matter is, Stan Lee may have ushered-in Marvel as we know it, but it's just not his anymore. At All. So saying he's trying to cover-up Marvel's so-called motivations to acquire Superman is pretty silly. If this was Joe Quesada, Jeph Loeb, Bendis, Dan Buckly, or some other ACTUAL higher-up at Marvel, that would be one thing. But as far as Stan's concerned on this issue, his opinion means as much going forward as yours or mine, besdies creatively, of course. Because I'm sure he'd love to write the character someday, and I'm not talking his own version, either. "

Gotta love Stan's attitude lol
 
Sups in Marvel...Well It be interesting to see a few things...
 

It's not going to happen. Superman also doesn't belong in the Marvel Universe in any way.

DC will end up buying the writes. They couldn't last long without Superman.

"DC will end up buying the writes. They couldn't last long without Superman. "

Honestly, I really hope that DC finds a way around this. Superman is the face of DC Comics. They need him. They can't lose him over some stupid money problems.

Wow. If DC losses him, they are screwed. 
I'd be fine with this. haha. At least there wouldn't be Superboy-Prime coming with him. 
Man... Supes vs. Sentry. Epic.

Not really... Batman is DC's big boy.. What does DC stands for? Detective comics. What is Batman? A detective.. What is Superman? A brute alien..
 
Batman is loved in all ways: Comics, Games, Movies, Series, Toys.. 
 
Sups failed in Games, Failed in movies and only succeeded in the Smallville series.. 
 
The thing that keeps superman alive is that he is an iconic character really  
 
But I do agree that DC should keep his man of steel because its linked to a lot of things, the DC Universe would suffer a lot in the cannon storylines with out him

"Not really... Batman is DC's big boy"

I think it would be ok for like a mini series or something but not permenant.

if it happens oh well. shit happens. it will be weird indeed. but hell if DC can't keep one of their main characters then shit. that sucks. marvel gets em' then damn. go them. but still it will be weird seeing the man of steel in the marvel universe....very weird.... least i can finally see some canon superman vs. hulk...or sentry.

This is what will happen if Superman fights Hulk...
 

you forgot Superman vs Thor!
 

Superman needs to stay DC.
He is one of the biggest characters they've got, there is no WAY he should go to Marvel.

Super man would f up the entire marvel u but would he be with the avengers or a member of hammer.
and would kriptonite come with him cause other wise then they would need to get the Silver surfer to shut him down

What would happen to the DC universe if he left?

why would Superman be in HAMMER?

The main thing people have to realize is that even if Marvel bought the rights to Superman (doubtful,) they would be under no compunction to keep him exactly as he is now in the DC Universe, and would do whatever was necessary to mold the character into something that fits into their world. If Superman went to Marvel he would undergo a massive reduction in power level and would end up in space where he would fit in just fine with cosmics the likes of Nova, the Guardians of the Galaxy, etc. Or, even if they wanted to keep his powers as they are, Marvel could just start a completely different line of Superman comics that is aside from the Marvel Universe. Marvel publishes plenty of books that aren't a part of their universe, and could do the same with Superman.
 
Stan Lee doesn't have much to do with Marvel at all anymore, and it's doubtful he has any say on the possible acquisition, so his opinion on the matter is pretty much moot.

They could lease the character on contract for about 6 months
 
Marvel get to shake up their universe and pay DC for use of the character
DC get to make money
and all the big bean counters are happy
 
but not the fans, I think Marvel has enough Superman style characters, the lack of Superman characters, the down to earth characters, the anti-heroes that's what made Marvel interesting
last thing the need is the real deal boy in blue with red cape showing up in their panels

Awful idea.
 
Hm. Then Marvel might actually go for it.
 
PLEASE, NO!

Superman will become a jobber if he go's to Marvel....Or they'll make him look like a god among men, even with the Norse and Greek gods there.

" Awful idea.  Hm. Then Marvel might actually go for it.  PLEASE, NO! "

Marvel has Captain America and DC has Superman, if you mess with that, the two Universes could become all loopy and what not

"Gotta love Stan's attitude lol
 
Sups in Marvel...Well It be interesting to see a few things...
 

  Nuff said :P "

To be honest Superman is really they face of the franchise like he used to be. But I doubt that Superman will leave DC over something like this they'll get something done. But eventhough something thats has been established in one franchise or place for such a long time doesn't mean its always gonna be there. Heck my SeattleSuperSonics(NBA)  left Seattle and nobody took it serious until that fateful day... I know its a different genre and situation but it has similarities.

"Marvel has Captain America and DC has Superman, if you mess with that, the two Universes could become all loopy and what not "

Obama will get congress to buy superman and start a new comic company called GC or "government Comics" He will then replace superman's face with his own and use his alter ego as a stump for his socialist policies.

"Obama will get congress to buy superman and start a new comic company called GC or "government Comics" He will then replace superman's face with his own and use his alter ego as a stump for his socialist policies.

"

Superman's personality just doesn't fit in Marvel. Nevermind how powerful he is his attitude and general being just wouldn't feel right as a Marvel, he's not angsty enough for one things lol, now Superboy Prime could fit in at Marvel lol.

Superman and Mary Jane AMIRIGHT???

Galactus could use him as a toothpick

" Obama will get congress to buy superman and start a new comic company called GC or "government Comics" He will then replace superman's face with his own and use his alter ego as a stump for his socialist policies.

"

im dissapointed in alot of people on this. Marvel and DC are friends. they dont have a personal bash war like their fanboys do.
Marvel isnt responsible for whats going on,  Jerry Siegel is. would they take him anyways? no, that would kind of be majorly spitting in the face of their friends and co-colaberators on ideas. It would also be noticable, no fan would go for it, Marvel or DC and Marvel knows that. Its also not the kind of thing they would want legal in the first place nor allowable, because, that could so very well be them losing their character origin rights. lastly, Superman himself is not being lost to DC, details of his origins has been, so the point is moot. so why turn a blind eye to  Jerry Siegel , who has had a long, long time battle with DC about Superman and let him off the hook, and blame Marvel who had no hand in this, other than the few words twisted and embelished here, especially on a site that is supposed to be representing an accurate and unbiased comic newsource? have  Paul Levitz or Joe Quesada commentted on Marvels involvment, if it exists?
 
 ....so really...wheres the evidence that...
1. Marvel is actually responsible for DC losing portions of Supermans origin
2. DC is losing the whole character
3. Marvel is planning to and is taking ownership of Superman
 
terrible to see anyone shaming the already being shamed legacy of one of the oldest superhero icons, Superman, even by Marvels standards, by using this bad news to continue a fanboy based flamewar. i mean really? i love all comics and respect what theyve brought to the art history and inventionwise. reading this all over the place, especially being claimed as fact in large parts or trying to twist things into it is making me ill.
 
BTW: would Marvel also go out of their way to start a war with DC comics parent company, Time Warner (whom i personally think will save the day here, their not about to lose an aspect of one of their biggest cash cows ) ?
 

I see DC figuring out a way to get around that "