The Incredible Hulk has been a cornerstone of pop culture since his debut in 1962, evolving from a gray-skinned monster in comics to the green "Jade Giant" we know today across TV and film. The Evolution of the Hulk
: From 1978 to 1982, Lou Ferrigno famously portrayed the Hulk using body paint and practical effects, while Bill Bixby played the troubled Dr. David Banner. The Incredible Hulk image
: In the 2008 film The Incredible Hulk , Edward Norton played Bruce Banner, featuring a more visceral and grounded version of the character. This film is officially part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), though the role was later taken over by Mark Ruffalo. The Incredible Hulk has been a cornerstone of
: Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the Hulk first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1 . Originally gray, printing issues led to his iconic green color in the second issue. : In the 2008 film The Incredible Hulk