Marvel Must Haves
Marvel · 2001–2005 · 7 issues
About the series
A short-lived Marvel series from 2001 to 2005, Marvel Must Haves collected seven issues spotlighting key storylines with talent like Brian Michael Bendis, Bill Jemas, and J. Michael Straczynski writing, and art from Alex Maleev, Chris Bachalo, and John Romita Jr. Focusing on recurring character Venom, these issues served as a sampler of the era's top-tier creators and their takes on the publisher's darker, more nuanced corners. It matters as a compact showcase of early-2000s Marvel's creative direction, offering a snapshot of the talent and tone that defined the period.