Why Steve Ditko Wasn't Satisfied with a Plotting Credit

Описание: This is a re-issue of the earlier 'Why Wasn't Steve Ditko Satisfied with a Plotting Credit?' video, with sound issues corrected.

In this episode, we examine Steve Ditko’s criticisms regarding the credit he received at Marvel Comics during the 1960s. We also review his working relationship with Stan Lee and consider whether any primary sources confirm the matter was openly discussed.

This is another controversial topic for some, and sources are provided at the end of the video for viewers who wish to explore it in detail.

Please note that the article “The Ditko Version” (available on the Comic Book Historians website) includes an analysis of secondary sources—brief quotes from John Romita and Mark Evanier—that have sometimes been cited in support of claims that Ditko demanded plotting credits from Lee. The same article also addresses the challenges of relying on those quotes as evidence.

This video revisits some material covered in earlier episodes. This is because it was an early project that was originally shelved due to the complexity of the topic. After the Wally Wood video attracted more viewers than expected, we revisited and revised this episode as much as possible in order to add one more piece of content to the channel. At any rate, the context is important and will help new viewers.