1. The earliest Doctor Who comics:
* 1964: The first Doctor Who comic strip appeared in the TV Comic, a British children's comic, featuring the First Doctor. This is considered the official starting point of Doctor Who comics.
2. Early comic books:
* 1976: The first dedicated Doctor Who comic book, Doctor Who Weekly, was launched in the UK. This marked a significant step in the evolution of Doctor Who comics.
3. Modern comics:
* 1990s: After a brief hiatus, Doctor Who comics were revived in the 1990s with a new series of comics from Marvel Comics. This era introduced a broader, more mature audience to the Doctor's adventures.
4. Current era:
* 2010s: Titan Comics has been publishing Doctor Who comics since 2010, continuing the tradition of Doctor Who comics with ongoing stories and special releases.
So, while the first Doctor Who comic strip appeared in 1964, the first dedicated Doctor Who comic book was in 1976. The Doctor Who comics have continued to evolve and thrive ever since, offering a rich and diverse range of stories for fans of all ages.