Aug 1, 1964 CE
First Appearance in The Amazing Spider-Man #15
Kraven the Hunter debuts as a Russian big-game hunter hired to capture Spider-Man. He uses a special serum to enhance his strength, speed, and senses. #Marvel #Comics
Chronological Storyline (38 Milestones)
1964 CE
Joins the Original Sinister Six
Kraven becomes a founding member of the Sinister Six in The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1, teaming up with Doctor Octopus, Electro, Mysterio, Sandman, and Vulture to defeat Spider-Man. #Marvel #Comics
Jun 1, 1965 CE
Reveals His Serum Origin
In The Amazing Spider-Man #34, Kraven's background is expanded: he gained his powers from a secret jungle potion that grants superhuman abilities, which he must regularly take. #Marvel #Comics
May 1, 1967 CE
First Battle with the Chameleon
Kraven teams up with his half-brother, the Chameleon, in The Amazing Spider-Man #47 to trap Spider-Man. This marks the first major collaboration between the two villains. #Marvel #Comics )
Oct 1, 1969 CE
Travels to Vietnam
In The Amazing Spider-Man #79, Kraven goes to Vietnam to hunt the mythical Snow Leopard, showcasing his global hunting obsession. #Marvel #Comics
Feb 1, 1971 CE
First Defeat at the Hands of the Black Panther
Kraven travels to Wakanda to hunt the Black Panther but is defeated and humiliated, leading to a long-standing grudge. #Marvel #Comics )
Jul 1, 1973 CE
Becomes a Member of the Avengers' Rogues Gallery
Kraven battles the Avengers in The Avengers #117, further establishing him as a major Marvel Universe threat. #Marvel #Comics
Oct 1, 1975 CE
Hunted by the Man-Wolf
In The Amazing Spider-Man #151, Kraven is forced to team up with Spider-Man to stop the Man-Wolf, showing a brief anti-hero moment. #Marvel #Comics
Jun 1, 1979 CE
First Confrontation with the Punisher
Kraven encounters the Punisher in The Amazing Spider-Man #194, leading to a brutal fight between the hunter and the vigilante. #Marvel #Comics
Aug 1, 1980 CE
Adopts the Name 'Kraven the Hunter' Permanently
In The Amazing Spider-Man #210, Kraven officially adopts the title 'Kraven the Hunter' and refines his hunting methods. #Marvel #Comics
Mar 1, 1985 CE
Discovers Spider-Man's Secret Identity
In Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man #105, Kraven deduces that Spider-Man is Peter Parker but chooses not to reveal it, preferring a fair hunt. #Marvel #Comics
Oct 1, 1987 CE
Kraven's Last Hunt Begins
The iconic storyline 'Kraven's Last Hunt' starts in Web of Spider-Man #31. Kraven captures Spider-Man, buries him alive, and takes his place, becoming a hero for two weeks. #Marvel #Comics
Nov 1, 1987 CE
Kraven Commits Suicide
In The Amazing Spider-Man #294, after proving he can defeat Spider-Man, Kraven finds his life meaningless and shoots himself, shocking the Marvel Universe. #Marvel #Comics
Aug 1, 1989 CE
Posthumous Appearance in a Flashback
Kraven appears in a flashback in The Amazing Spider-Man #324, revealing more about his past with his wife and son. #Marvel #Comics
Feb 1, 1995 CE
Son Vladimir Becomes the Grim Hunter
Kraven's son, Vladimir Kravinoff, debuts as the Grim Hunter in The Amazing Spider-Man #400, seeking revenge on Spider-Man for his father's death. #Marvel #Comics
May 1, 1997 CE
Kraven's Legacy: The Last Hunt Arc Cont.
In The Spectacular Spider-Man #240, a story explores the impact of Kraven's death on his family and the criminal underworld. #Marvel #Comics
Oct 1, 1998 CE
Resurrected by His Son in The Gathering of Five
During The Gathering of Five storyline, Kraven is resurrected by his son via dark magic, but he is mentally unstable and later dies again. #Marvel #Comics
Jun 1, 2000 CE
Kraven's First Hunt Reveals a Retconned Origin
In The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 2) #12-13, a retcon story shows Kraven's earlier hunt of Spider-Man and his first defeat, adding depth to his character. #Marvel #Comics
Jan 1, 2001 CE
Appears in Ultimate Marvel Universe
An alternate version of Kraven appears in Ultimate Spider-Man #15, showcasing a more ruthless and genetically enhanced hunter. #Marvel #Comics )
Dec 1, 2003 CE
Kraven's Son Alyosha Takes Up the Mantle
Kraven's second son, Alyosha Kravinoff, becomes the new Kraven in The Amazing Spider-Man #502, gaining a softer, more conflicted personality. #Marvel #Comics
Jul 1, 2005 CE
Kraven's Clone Introduced in Spider-Man/Black Cat
A clone of Kraven appears in the Black Cat miniseries, created by the Jackal to fight Spider-Man. #Marvel #Comics
Jan 1, 2009 CE
Part of The Gauntlet Storyline
Kraven is resurrected again in The Amazing Spider-Man #612 as part of 'The Gauntlet', where he is forced to hunt his own family. #Marvel #Comics )
Mar 1, 2010 CE
The Grim Hunt Arc Kills Spider-Man
In The Amazing Spider-Man #634-637, Kraven's family resurrects him fully by sacrificing Spider-Man, but Kraven is later consumed by guilt. #Marvel #Comics
Oct 1, 2010 CE
Kraven Becomes Protector of New York
After his resurrection, Kraven briefly becomes a vigilante hunter of criminals in The Amazing Spider-Man #637, but his methods are brutal. #Marvel #Comics
Aug 1, 2012 CE
Joins the Sinister Six Again
Kraven joins a new Sinister Six led by Doctor Octopus in The Amazing Spider-Man #688, battling Spider-Man during the Ends of the Earth storyline. #Marvel #Comics )
Dec 1, 2013 CE
Killed by the Superior Spider-Man
In Superior Spider-Man #17, Doc Ock (in Spider-Man's body) kills Kraven by shooting him in the head, ending his obsessive hunt. #Marvel #Comics
Jun 1, 2014 CE
Resurrected by the Jackal
During the Original Sin storyline, the Jackal resurrects Kraven using his corpse and the power of the dead, creating a Kraven-clone. #Marvel #Comics )
Apr 1, 2015 CE
Features in Secret Wars: Battleworld
An alternate version of Kraven appears in the Secret Wars tie-in '1862', a Victorian-era hunting story. #Marvel #Comics )
Jan 1, 2016 CE
Kraven the Hunter: The Final Hunt One-Shot
A one-shot comic revisits Kraven's legacy and his impact on the Marvel Universe, celebrating his 50th anniversary. #Marvel #Comics
Aug 1, 2017 CE
Joins the Sinister Six of the Modern Age
In The Amazing Spider-Man #794, Kraven is a member of the new Sinister Six during the 'Red Goblin' story arc. #Marvel #Comics
May 1, 2018 CE
Appears in Venom Inc.
Kraven gets involved in the Venom Inc. event, teaming up with the Sinister Six to capture the Venom symbiote. #Marvel #Comics
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Dec 1, 2019 CE
Featured in The Amazing Spider-Man #850
Kraven plays a key role in the milestone issue, reflecting on his past and his undying obsession with Spider-Man. #Marvel #Comics
Mar 1, 2020 CE
Kraven's Last Hunt (2020) Adaptation
Marvel releases a facsimile edition of the classic story, reintroducing the tale to a new generation. #Marvel #Comics
Jul 1, 2021 CE
Sinister Six: The Hunt Begins
Kraven leads a new Sinister Six in a special event comic, setting up the 'Hunted' arc. #Marvel #Comics
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Kraven's Last Hunt Adaptation in Spider-Man: Freshman Year
A cartoon adaptation of Kraven's Last Hunt is included in the Spider-Man: Freshman Year animated series, bringing the story to TV. #Marvel #Comics
Sep 1, 2023 CE
Sony Announces Live-Action Kraven the Hunter Film
Sony Pictures announces a solo film for Kraven the Hunter, part of the Spider-Man Universe, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson cast in the role. #Marvel #Comics )
Aug 1, 2024 CE
Kraven the Hunter Film Release Date Set
The Kraven the Hunter film is scheduled for release in August 2024, generating buzz among comic fans. #Marvel #Comics )
Jan 1, 2025 CE
Kraven's Legacy Continues in New Comics
Marvel announces a new Kraven the Hunter series exploring his past and future, promising to expand his mythos. #Marvel #Comics