The Rocketeer is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books originally published by Pacific Comics. Created by writer/artist Dave Stevens, the character first appeared in 1982 and is a homage to the Saturday matinee serial heroes from the 1930s through the 1950s. The Rocketeer's secret identity is Cliff Secord, a stunt pilot who discovers a mysterious jetpack that allows him to fly. His adventures are set in Los Angeles and New York in 1938, and Stevens gave them a retro, nostalgic feel influenced by the King of the Rocket Men and Commando Cody movie serials, and pinup diva Bettie Page. The character was adapted into the 1991 Walt Disney Pictures film The Rocketeer by director Joe Johnston.
| Publisher | Pacific Comics, Eclipse Comics, Dark Horse Comics, IDW Publishing |
| First appearance | Starslayer #2 (April 1982) |
| Created by | Dave Stevens |
| Alter ego | Cliff Secord |
| Partnerships | Peevy |
| Notable aliases | The Flying Man, The Rocket Man |
| Abilities | Above-average hand to hand combatant, Excellent athlete, Highly skilled pilot and marksman, Flight via jetpack |
About The Rocketeer
With the help of her gadget-building buddy, a girl goes on epic adventures.
Achievement of The Rocketeer
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Latest information about The Rocketeer updated on July 28 2021.
