Captain America: America's Avenger #1

Timed to coincide with the Captain America film hitting theaters on July 22, 2011, this Marvel one-shot puts the Star-Spangled Avenger front and center — shield raised, expression resolute — surrounded by a gallery of allies and enemies from across his history. Looming over the entire composition is the glowering, red-skulled visage of the Red Skull, whose burning eyes dominate the background while a cast of familiar faces — including a second Cap in his classic helmet, a golden-haired woman, a masked figure, and several others — crowd the edges of the cover. It's a handsome, densely packed snapshot of Captain America's world, making it a fitting companion piece for fans new and old heading into that summer's blockbuster.