Talk:Stan Lee

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The Trial of the Incredible Hulk

For background, see this edit, et seq. The claim made is that no mention of Lee's appearance in The Trial of the Incredible Hulk should be made (I think) because it wasn't produced by Marvel Studios. Of course, there's no reason that's actually a criterion for inclusion, and if it were, that would exclude all of the Spider-Man, X-Men, and Fantastic Four movies as well. So what I'm asking is, what Wikipedia policy states that everything mentioned in Stan Lee's article has to be directly related to Marvel Studios productions?

I won't be online until later next week, but I wanted to get a discussion started before I take off. Evanh2008 ^{(talk|contribs)} 00:01, 28 October 2012 (UTC)

Lee Parodies/References

A Stan Lee functionary appears in an episode of Doug as an editor Doug wished to show his work to, who gave him some highly complimentary input on his "Quailman" character.

In an episode of Freakazoid Freak offers Fanboy an autographed photo of Lee to leave him alone. Fanboy doesn't know who Lee is. Neither does Freakazoid. --The_Iconoclast (talk) 11:17, 17 March 2013 (UTC)

Actor?

Since this hasn't been discussed here or in the archive that I can find, I'd like to get one going on whether to use the designation "actor" in the lead and infobox. His cameos wouldn't seem to be professional acting any more than Alfred Hitchcock's or the many other directors who have taken a walk-on role or a cameo in their films, nor would playing himself, as he has done in a couple of movies, seem to count, any more than any other celebrity playing him- or herself, such as Marshall McLuhan or Hugh Hefner.--Tenebrae (talk) 17:57, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

I support removing "actor" for the reasons you discuss. I also support removing "comedian" and "voice actor" on those grounds as well. Gamaliel (talk) 18:01, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

His roles certainly qualify him as an actor and voiceover artist. I am unaware of any evidence, however, that he has done any comedy work. I removed "comedian", but if someone can point out where he has done comedy work, I'll restore it. Nightscream (talk) 20:28, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

Cameos in your own franchise qualifies you as an actor? I thought acting took study and/or profession? 130.243.215.220 (talk) 14:23, 15 March 2014 (UTC)

Nope. "An actor (alternatively actress for a female; see terminology) is a person portraying a character in a dramatic or comic production; she or he performs in: film, television, theatre, or radio.[1] " Acting clearly takes neither skill, education or profession. Glad to have sorted that out myself. To call yourself an actor has no skill, educational or professional requirements, you just have to appear in a role on a media. To empathise for future reference, NO SKILL, NO EDUCATION, NO PROFESSION. Sorted :) 130.243.215.220 (talk) 14:26, 15 March 2014 (UTC)

Yes, those same rules apply for being a singer as well, in fact most jobs. Take this one for example - most Wikipedians are not experts in the subjects of the articles they edit. Despite that, a lot of "posturing" goes on around here. Wikipedia is entirely an amateur enterprise. Its quality (or lack thereof) is reflected by that. Personally I don't rate Stan as an actor, but an excellent writer and obviously an astute businessman. I would support removing "actor" as per the Hitchcock comment above, otherwise we should add that Hitchcock was an actor also. As Stan would say "'Nuff said"! Jodon | Talk 11:03, 16 March 2014 (UTC)

His role in "Mallrats" would definitely be considered comedic, and his role was much more than a cameo. Does that count? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 66.217.176.7 (talk) 01:40, 12 January 2014 (UTC)

Notable works

The X-Men are definitely more notable than Daredevil or even Thor. Please list X-Men down in the Notable Works section of the Infobox. 220.229.99.5 (talk) 01:39, 28 November 2013 (UTC) 220.229.99.5 (talk) 01:39, 28 November 2013 (UTC)

Done. I was waiting for someone who knows the topic to decide on this, but expert came there none, so I've done it. Hope that's OK. --Stfg (talk) 14:16, 30 November 2013 (UTC)

he is awsome — Preceding unsigned comment added by 72.165.143.106 (talk) 20:31, 16 December 2013 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 27 December 2013

For the Stan Lee page. Under FILMOGRAPHY, under FILMS, at Thor: The Dark World, for his role... please replace "Mental-war" with "Mental-ward". (The "d" was left off.) 67.253.170.63 (talk) 14:25, 27 December 2013 (UTC)

 Done Epicgenius (talk) 14:33, 27 December 2013 (UTC)

Video Games

The Video Games section should mention Verticus, which was narrated and substantially designed by Stan Lee. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 96.41.120.216 (talk) 21:40, 31 December 2013 (UTC)

American-Jewish writers.

He is put on that category. But with that phrase of him stating that he doesn't really know if there is a God. I would think that he would qualify a a agnostic that was just raised as a Jew. Thoughts? Jhenderson ⁷⁷⁷ 17:23, 1 January 2014 (UTC)

I'm pretty sure the guidelines state that unless he self-identifies as someone whose focus as a writer is Jewish-American themes, or if his Judaism is an integral part of his identity, then we include his religious affiliation. Unless those things are pertinent, we don't. --Tenebrae (talk) 00:18, 2 January 2014 (UTC

Just checking. One being a Jew can be debatable but when one doesn't know if he believes a deity then I wouldn't think that is one. But of course I don't put my own opinions on Wikipedia. That's why I am discussing it. lol Jhenderson ⁷⁷⁷ 01:04, 2 January 2014 (UTC)

Jews are an ethnic group, you can be a 'Jew' and be an atheist/agnostic/etc. ― Padenton|✉   17:22, 3 April 2015 (UTC)

In the Movie "The Stan Lee Story " 2010,everybody Lee hired to write,be partners with and make his movies is Jewish. So,Stan believes in something! Not an Asian,Latin or Black anything to do with Marvel other then as a Comic character. Funny and ironic,but none of the Super Heroes identifies as Jewish-lol. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 98.207.116.55 (talk) 17:08, 3 April 2015 (UTC)

You forgot The Jewverine. He definitely could've taken out Hitler. Actually, on a more serious note, there's always Magneto ― Padenton|✉   17:22, 3 April 2015 (UTC)

Well,Padenton screenrant.com quotes Stan Lee as saying Magneto was modeled after Malcom X. eh,its comic books- Stan can make up any BS and change it all the time I guess...

Lee introduced Amazing Spider-Man 2 battle Clip, New Years 2014

I believe [this should added to his other "work". It's an interesting tidbit to add. Npabebangin (talk) 02:05, 23 January 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 28 January 2014

you guys forgot to credit him in mallrats as himself in 1994 he has a discussion with brody about the heroes he created and why he relates to each character 24.60.96.164 (talk) 17:47, 28 January 2014 (UTC)

Its listed in the filmography table Kap 7 (talk) 18:46, 28 January 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 19 March 2014

add marvel comics template 199.79.168.163 (talk) 05:01, 19 March 2014 (UTC)

Done Sam Sailor ^Sing 09:51, 19 March 2014 (UTC)

"A spectator"

In the 1988 interview which I recently cited in this article, Stan comments at some length on how wonderful he finds the current comics scene, and finishes: "I might add I hate to think that things are going so well with very little help from me, but there's nothing much I can do about that. [laughs] I really miss it. I used to feel I was so much a part of it, now I feel a little bit like a spectator, but I think things are moving along beautifully!"

I think this is a good terse summation of Stan's perspective on his later career. But as I looked into adding it in, I started arguing with myself over where would be the appropriate place to put it. "Towards the beginning of the first paragraph of 'Later career'? (But wouldn't that be overemphasizing its significance?) At the end of that same paragraph? (But wouldn't that make seem like an afterthought, something extraneous?) How about in a quote box off to the side, not in the body of the text at all? (But isn't that just flashy and unnecessary?)" And then there's the matter of introducing the context, since it's not obvious from the quote itself that Stan is talking about the comics scene in its entirety. In the end I've found myself doubting that the quote should be added at all. Thoughts?--NukeofEarl (talk) 14:40, 3 April 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 1 May 2014

Requesting a simple improvement update to one line. The line is poorly worded, missing key details and inappropriately combines two unrelated appearances on one line. I have provided the existing original bulleted line below followed by the verbatim new update creating two bulleted lines from the existing line. See my notes at the bottom for additional details.

Change request located under HEADING named: "Other film, TV, and video"

Change FROM EXISTING bullet line:

• Lee makes a guest appearance as himself in "Bottom's Up", a season seven episode of the TV series Entourage. He guest-starred in "Glimpse", a season four episode of Eureka that aired in July 2011.[147]

Change TO NEW UPDATED version of existing line by creating 2 bulleted lines with inserted text, Thusly:

• Lee makes a guest appearance as himself in "Bottom's Up", a season seven episode of the TV series Entourage.
• Stan Lee guest-starred as "Dr. Lee (aka: Generalissimo)" in "Glimpse", a season four episode of the TV series Eureka that aired in July 2011.[147]

Notes & explanations: The original version depicted two unrelated appearances in two different TV series on the same line and omitted key details. This appearance was hard to find and confusing in its current form. I would like to correct it to create two bulleted lines inserting the additional details as shown above. The reference [147] already exists for the existing line.

Since this is a request, I did not use the editing codes on here as I have done for previous edits. However, I believe the verbatim edit above is clear about the intended changes. The original line also includes all necessary references and links to featured Wikipedia articles; all of which can be retained while editing to create two lines and inserting new text.

It is important to include the Generalissimo Title, because his character in the episode is addressed onscreen as Dr. Lee but he quite LOUDLY & ADAMANTLY insists on being called Generalissimo. Thus, it is important to include both character names. It was a memorable and powerful role for his fans. I had a difficult time finding this particular appearance on this page, as it is currently written, despite specifically looking for it. I had to resort to a word search to find it. Hence the need to improve this line. It won't take more than 2 minutes to make the editing change.

ExecPE (talk) 01:18, 2 May 2014 (UTC)

Not done: The page's protection level and/or your user rights have changed since this request was placed. You should now be able to edit the page yourself. If you still seem to be unable to, please reopen the request with further details. Sam Sailor ^Sing 19:05, 3 May 2014 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 31 January 2015

please add peggy carter template thanks 129.49.11.152 (talk) 23:58, 31 January 2015 (UTC)

To where should it be added? Stickee (talk) 02:27, 1 February 2015 (UTC)