Gleek, the Exosian blue space monkey and loyal companion to the Wonder Twins, is a beloved icon from the Super Friends franchise. This timeline traces his publication history from his 1977 debut through modern comic appearances and crossovers.
Gleek makes his first comic book appearance in Super Friends #25 (cover date May 1977), written by E. Nelson Bridwell. He is introduced as the pet of the Wonder Twins, Zan and Jayna, from the planet Exor. #DCHeroes #SuperFriends #Comics )
Gleek debuts on television in the first episode of The All-New Super Friends Hour. The series introduces the Wonder Twins and their pet space monkey to a wider audience. #SuperFriends #Cartoons #70s
Gleek takes center stage in 'The Secret of the Space Monkey' story in Super Friends #29 (cover date January 1978). His prehensile tail and shape-shifting abilities are highlighted. #Comics #WonderTwins )
Gleek stars in his own solo adventure in Super Friends #39, 'The Monkey Who Knew Too Much', using his tail to solve a mystery. #Comics #Solo )
Gleek joins the Super Friends in 'The Cosmic Caper' in Super Friends #45 (cover date May 1980). The issue underscores his loyalty and cleverness. #DCHeroes #SuperFriends )
Gleek appears in the revamped series The New Super Friends #1, which introduced new villains and expanded the team. #SuperFriends #80s )
Gleek appears in the last Super Friends cartoon series, The Legendary Super Powers Show. The series concludes the original Super Friends run. #SuperFriends #80s
Gleek makes a brief cameo in Zero Hour #4, a DC crossover event that restructured the timeline. #Crossover #ZeroHour )
Gleek makes a cameo appearance in the JLA/Avengers crossover, standing alongside other DC heroes in the crowd scene. #Crossovers #DCMarvel
Gleek returns in the comic miniseries Super Friends: The Lost Episodes, which adapts unused cartoon stories. He helps the Wonder Twins foil villains. #DCHeroes #Comics )
Gleek returns in a new Super Friends all-ages comic series by DC, reintroducing him to young readers. #AllAges #Comics )
Gleek appears in a flashback in Teen Titans #55, recalling the Wonder Twins' early adventures. #TeenTitans #DCUniverse
Gleek makes a cameo in Justice League of America #0, part of the 'Milestone' issue showcasing DC characters. #JusticeLeague #DCComics )
DC Direct releases a Gleek plush toy, capitalizing on his popularity as a cute character. #Merchandise #Toys
Gleek makes a cameo in Supergirl #1 as part of the New 52 relaunch, showing him as a pet on the planet Exor. #New52 #Supergirl )
Gleek appears as a non-playable character in the MMORPG DC Universe Online, accessible in the Hall of Doom. #VideoGames #DCUO
Gleek makes a cameo in Batman: The Brave and the Bold #11, a series based on the animated show. #Batman #Crossovers )
Gleek has a cameo in the crossover DC Universe vs. Masters of the Universe, interacting with Battle Cat. #Crossover #HeMan
Gleek joins the Wonder Twins in a crossover with Scooby-Doo in Scooby-Doo Team-Up #9. #ScoobyDoo #Crossover
Gleek receives his first action figure in the DC Comics Multiverse line, packed with the Wonder Twins two-pack. #Toys #Collectibles
Gleek appears in the digital-first comic Super Friends: The Animated Series, continuing the classic cartoon's adventures. #Comics #Digital )
DC Collectibles announces a Gleek statue as part of their Super Friends line, sculpted by Erick Sosa. #Statues #Collectibles
DC celebrates 40 years of Gleek with variant covers and a backup story in Super Friends #1 (DC Zoom series). #Anniversary #SuperFriends )
Gleek has a cameo in the graphic novel DC Super Hero Girls: Space Race, interacting with the younger heroes. #DCSuperHeroGirls #GraphicNovel
Funko releases a Gleek Pop! vinyl figure, packed with the Wonder Twins Pop! set. #Funko #Pop
Gleek plays a key role in the Wonder Twins miniseries by Mark Russell and Stephen Byrne, showcasing his intelligence and loyalty. #WonderTwins #DCBlackLabel )
Gleek appears in the holiday special DC's Very Merry Multiverse, joining the festive fun with other DC characters. #HolidaySpecial #DCComics
Gleek is featured in the promotional comic DC Superheroes: Blockbuster Movie Stunt, distributed with Blockbuster video rentals. #Promo #Comics )
Gleek appears in DC's Super Pets #1, a series focusing on animal companions of heroes. #SuperPets #Comics
Gleek appears in a flashback in Justice League Infinity #7, a sequel comic to the Justice League Unlimited cartoon. #JusticeLeagueUnlimited #DCAnimated
The Wonder Twins miniseries is collected in trade paperback, featuring Gleek prominently on the cover and in stories. #TradePaperbacks #Collections )
Gleek makes a cameo in The Flash #781 during a multiverse-spanning adventure. #TheFlash #DCUniverse )
Gleek appears in an alternate universe in DC's Multiversity: Teen Justice #2. #Multiversity #AlternateUniverse )
Gleek appears as a pet in the 31st century in DC's Legion of Super-Heroes #1, linking to the future. #LegionOfSuperHeroes #Future
Gleek stars in a short story in DC's Holiday Jam #1, using his tail to decorate the Hall of Justice. #Holiday #Christmas
