The Incredible Hulk Returns

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The Incredible Hulk Returns

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superhero film NBC Nicholas Corea Bill Bixby (uncredited) Bill Bixby (executive producer) Nicholas Corea (executive

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producer) Daniel McPhee (supervising producer)

Written by

Stan Lee

Nicholas Corea Bill Bixby Lou Ferrigno Steve Levitt Eric Kramer Starring Jack Colvin Charles Napier Lee Purcell Tim Thomerson John Gabriel Music by Cinematography Lance Rubin Chuck Colwell Janet Ashikaga Briana London Bixby-Brandon Productions New World Television United States English NBC May 22, 1988 The Incredible Hulk (TV series) The Trial of the Incredible Hulk Followed by (1989) The Death of the Incredible Hulk (1990)

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The Incredible Hulk Returns is a 1988 TV movie loosely based on the Marvel comic books that serves as a continuation of the popular television series. In it, Dr. David Banner has nearly cured himself from being the Hulk.[1] This was also Jack Colvin's last appearance as Jack McGee.[2][3] This television movie acted as a backdoor pilot for an unproduced television series featuring the Thor comic book character. This is the first time another character or element from the Marvel Universe appeared in the milieu of the TV series. Thor's appearance differs from the Marvel Comics character created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, resembling a more realistic and divine version of the "Norse God of Thunder" but still closely following the comic in that he is sent to earth to learn humility. This is the first and only time that magical, supernatural or otherworldly elements have been used in the universe of the Incredible Hulk TV series.[4] Thor was played by Eric Allan Kramer and Dr. Donald Blake by Steve Levitt. In this version Blake does not become Thor, who is a separate character. By holding Thor's hammer Mjolnir and shouting "Odin!" Blake can summon the Viking Warrior to help him, the two interacting and openly discussing their situations: Blake wants Thor off his back, but the latter will not be admitted into Asgard until he has proven himself worthy. The hammer is also not restricted by the worthiness test.

Contents

1 Plot 2 Cast 3 See also 4 References 5 External links

Plot

Donald Blake (Steve Levitt) and Thor (Eric Allan Kramer). Two years after he walked off into the sunset in the episode "A Minor Problem", we find that Dr. David Banner has been gainfully employed at the Joshua-Lambert Research Institute (as David Bannion) where he and a team of scientists are putting the final touches on a Gamma Transponder. It has been two years since his last transformation into the creature and Banner is now happily involved in a relationship with a young widow. Banner hopes to put all worries about the risk of transforming into

the Hulk to rest by using the Gamma Transponder to reverse the effects of gamma radiation on himself. Unfortunately, things don't go according to plan. David is surprised by the arrival of Dr. Donald Blake, a former student of his. Blake explains that he now shares a mystical bond with Thor, the God of Thunder of Norse mythology. Blake calls upon Thor to appear in order to prove the validity of his story. The Viking God causes David to transform and a battle between Hulk and Thor leaves David's lab severely damaged. With his experiment now set back, David and his transponder become the target of a crime organization within the ranks of the Joshua-Lambert Institute.

Cast

Bill Bixby as Dr. David Banner Lou Ferrigno as The Hulk Steve Levitt as Dr. Donald Blake Eric Kramer as Thor Jack Colvin as Jack McGee Charles Napier as Mike Fouche Lee Purcell as Maggie Shaw

See also

The Incredible Hulk (TV series) The Trial of the Incredible Hulk The Death of the Incredible Hulk The Incredible Hulk, 2008 film Thor, 2011 film

References
1. 2. 3. 4. ^ Harmetz, Aljean (1988-10-11). "Superheroes' Battleground: Prime Time". New York Times. Retrieved 2010-08-12. ^ "F.O.O.M. (Flashbacks of Ol' Marvel) #16: "I'm Free Now The Incredible Hulk (19881990)"". Comic Bulletin. Retrieved 2010-09-09. ^ "Hulk Smash Television!". IGN. Retrieved 2010-09-09. ^ O'Connor, John J. (1988-05-20). "TV Weekend; Incredible Hulk Meets Mighty Thor". New York Times. Retrieved 2010-08-10.

External links

The Incredible Hulk Returns at the Internet Movie Database Hulk Smash Television! Incredible Hulk News HulkRage.com Fansite, Toys, Statues, Comics, DVD's

Hulk
Creators

Stan Lee

Jack Kirby

Amadeus Cho Arabian Knight Betty Ross Bereet Carmilla Black Caiera Marlo Chandler Doc Samson Hiro-Kala Jarella Pantheon Rick Jones Lyra Sabra She-Hulk Skaar Thundra Warbound
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Supporting characters

Hiroim Korg Elloe Kaifi No-Name of the Brood Miek Kate Waynesboro

Jim Wilson

Abomination Absorbing Man Agamemnon

Enemies

Ajax Bi-Beast Brian Banner/Devil Hulk Enclave Flux Galaxy Master Gamma Corps Gargoyle Glenn Talbot Glob Glorian Gremlin Halflife Hulkbusters Hulk Robot Intelligencia John Ryker Juggernaut Killer Shrike Leader Madman Maestro Mercy Metal Master Missing Link Nightmare Psyklop Ravage Rhino The Red King Ringmaster

Thunderbolt Ross/Red Hulk Trauma Tyrannus U-Foes Umar Wendigo Xemnu Zeus Zom Zzzax

The Incredible Hulk (19771982) (episodes) The Incredible Hulk Returns (TV film, 1988) The Trial of the Incredible Hulk (TV film, 1989)

Live action

The Death of the Incredible Hulk (TV film, 1990)

Television

The Marvel Super Heroes (1966) The Incredible Hulk (19821983) (characters) The Incredible Hulk (19961997) (episodes) Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. (2013)

Animation

Hulk (2003) The Incredible Hulk (2008)

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Live action Films

soundtrack

Hulk Vs (2009) Planet Hulk (2010)

Animation

Questprobe featuring the Hulk (1984) The Incredible Hulk (1994) The Incredible Hulk: The Pantheon Saga (1996) Hulk (2003) The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction (2005) The Incredible Hulk (2008)

Video games

Superman and Spider-Man Hulk: The End Hulk: The Manga Tales to Astonish The Rampaging Hulk 5 Ronin

Titles

"Planet Hulk" "World War Hulk" "Fall of the Hulks" "World War Hulks"

Storylines

Other versions Hulk 2099 Hulk Hands The Incredible Hulk (roller coaster)

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Thor

Stan Lee Larry Lieber Jack Kirby

Creators

Allies

Balder Beta Ray Bill

Frigga Jane Foster Gaea Heimdall Hercules Hrimhari Kelda Odin Erik Selvig Sif Thor Girl Thunderstrike
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Eric Masterson Kevin Masterson

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Fandral Hogun Volstagg

Zeus

Absorbing Man Bloodaxe Cobra Desak Destroyer Ego the Living Planet Enchantress

Enemies

Executioner Fafnir Fenris Wolf Grey Gargoyle Hela Karnilla Kurse Laufey Loki Lorelei Malekith the Accursed Man-Beast Mangog Midgard Serpent Mr. Hyde Mongoose Perrikus Radioactive Man Ragnarok Surtur Ulik Wrecking Crew
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Wrecker Bulldozer Piledriver Thunderball

Ymir Zarrko

Bibliography

Journey into Mystery Thor: Blood Oath

Thor: Son of Asgard Thor: Vikings Ultimate Comics: Thor

The Marvel Super Heroes The Incredible Hulk Returns

Television

Hulk Vs Thor
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In other media

Film

soundtrack

Thor: Tales of Asgard Thor: The Dark World

Video games

Thor: God of Thunder

Thor in Norse mythology Alternative versions

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Ultimate Thor

Asgard Elves Giants of Jotunheim Hugin and Munin Mjolnir Norns Valkyrior

Related articles

List of live-action television programs based on Marvel Comics

Spidey Super Stories The Amazing Spider-Man The Incredible Hulk (episodes)

TV series

Spider-Man (Toei) Mutant X Night Man Blade: The Series Powers Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

The Amazing Spider-Man The Incredible Hulk The Return of the Incredible Hulk Dr. Strange Captain America Captain America II: Death Too Soon The Incredible Hulk Returns The Trial of the Incredible Hulk The Death of the Incredible Hulk Power Pack Generation X Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Man-Thing

TV movies

Marvel Studios Marvel Television

See also

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