Howard the Duck is a quirky, cult-classic character from Marvel Comics who made his debut in Adventure into Fear #19 in 1973, created by writer Steve Gerber and artist Val Mayerik. Howard is a cigar-smoking, anthropomorphic duck with a sarcastic sense of humor, hailing from a parallel dimension. He often finds himself in absurd and surreal adventures, blending satire and parody with superhero tropes.
Howard gained wider attention with the 1986 live-action film Howard the Duck, produced by George Lucas. While the movie was critically panned at the time, it has since developed a cult following for its offbeat nature and nostalgic appeal. Howard also made a brief and humorous cameo in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in films like Guardians of the Galaxy.
Howard certainly marches (or waddles) to the beat of his own drum!
