Marvel Tales #116

Name: Marvel Tales #116
Brand: Marvel
Availability: InStock

Jul 1953 · Marvel · 0.10 USD

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In "Won't You Step Into My Parlor?", a chilling tale from Marvel Tales #116 (1953), a desperate doctor exploits a young boy named Billy, whose terrifying power lies in killing with a single word and a pointed finger. Drawn with eerie precision by Tony DiPreta, the story unfolds as the doctor’s twisted experiments spiral beyond control—until Billy’s final act of defiance leaves a haunting question in the air. Joe Maneely’s striking cover captures the story’s unsettling tone, making this a standout moment in early Marvel horror.

Contains 5 stories

Won't You Step Into My Parlor?

6 pp

Werewolf by Night!

5 pp

In this chilling 1953 tale from *Marvel Tales #116*, a young man finds himself drawn into a deadly game when he steals for the woman he loves—only to discover her crimes are just the beginning. As he follows her into the shadows, he realizes the true horror: she’s not just a thief, but the daughter of a monstrous old werewolf, and the victims she leaves behind are no accident.

Not Wanted!

2 pp

In "Not Wanted!" from Marvel Tales #116 (1953), a dog who can talk and sing walks into a talent agent’s office, hoping for a chance to shine—only to be dismissed without so much as a glance. The story captures a quiet moment of absurdity and heart, where ambition meets indifference in the most unexpected way.

The Final Payment!

4 pp

When Billy Says Bang!

5 pp

In "When Billy Says Bang!" from Marvel Tales #116 (1953), a desperate doctor exploits a young boy’s terrifying power—killing with a single word and a pointed finger—to eliminate his enemies, rewarding the child with peppermint sticks for each deed. When the doctor takes Billy to a funeral to orchestrate a mass elimination, the boy turns the tables, pointing at the doctor and saying "bang"—leaving the man dead and Billy with a surprising explanation for his actions.