Marvel's Behind the Mask(2021)
Discover the inspiration behind Marvel's greatest heroes.
Marvel's Behind the Mask Synopsis
A documentary special that explores the power of identity behind the iconic superheroes we know and love today. These legendary Marvel creations and stories have not only reflected the world outside our window – they have become a reflection of our own identities and who we truly are.
Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021) is a documentary film directed by Mike Jacobs, released on February 12, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 4m. It stars Joe Quesada, Peter Sanderson, Sana Amanat and Neal Kirby. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 48 ratings.
- Director:
- Mike Jacobs
- Producers:
- Chris Gary, Ryan Simon
- Cinematographer:
- Joshua Z Weinstein
- Composer:
- Mike Griffin
- Production:
- Marvel New Media, Strike Anywhere, Tarmac Creative, Marvel Entertainment
- Status:
- Released
Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021) Trailer
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Marvel's Behind the Mask Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Marvel's Behind the Mask.
Marvel's Behind the Mask | Official Trailer | Disney+
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Marvel's Behind the Mask Cast & Crew
Main cast
Joe Quesada
as Self
- Peter Sanderson
Peter Sanderson
as Self
Sana Amanat
as Self
- Neal Kirby
Neal Kirby
as Self
Reginald Hudlin
as Self
Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels
as Self
- Ann Nocenti
Ann Nocenti
as Self
Roy Thomas
as Self
- Jenny Blake Isabella
Jenny Blake Isabella
as Self
Larry Hama
as Self
- Gerry Conway
Gerry Conway
as Self
Kelly Sue DeConnick
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Mike Jacobs, produced by Chris Gary and Ryan Simon.
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Marvel's Behind the Mask Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 48 ratings.
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Marvel's Behind the Mask – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Marvel's Behind the Mask online?
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Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021) is available to stream on Disney Plus. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Marvel's Behind the Mask?
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The main cast of Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021) includes Joe Quesada, Peter Sanderson, Sana Amanat, Neal Kirby and Reginald Hudlin. The film was directed by Mike Jacobs. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Marvel's Behind the Mask released?
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Marvel's Behind the Mask was released on February 12, 2021 and runs for 1h 4m.
Is Marvel's Behind the Mask worth watching?
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Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 48 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Marvel's Behind the Mask?
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