The Incredible Hulk #148
Published and © by Marvel, February 1972
Title: “But Tomorrow … the Sun Shall Die!”
Synopsis: The Hulk-Busters latest effort to cure the Hulk triggers a problem with the sun; meanwhile, Jarella returns.
Writer (plot assist): Chris Claremont
Writer: Archie Goodwin
Penciler: Herb Trimpe
Inker: John Severin
Review: Herb Trimpe’s art can be an acquired taste but it was a perfect fit for the Hulk. This issues offers a great showcase for his clean storytelling and strong sense of page design, while John Severin’s inks offer a unique-but-classic polish. Seriously, this is a good-looking comic book. On the story side, Archie Goodwin’s scripting strikes a nice balance, offering writerly flourishes without overwriting. But both the story logic and solar science are all sorts of wackadoodle. Bonus: With the introduction of physicist Peter Corbeau, a young Chris Claremont is already creating supporting characters for his future X-fiefdom.
Grade: B
Second opinion: “An atypical credibility slip by Goodwin.” – Phil Mateer, Comics Buyer’s Guide Presents Hulk, 2003 … “Worth reading.” – Adrian P. Snowdon, FantaCo’s Chronicle’s Series Annual #1, 1983
Cool factor: The Herb Trimpe/John Severin team remains severely underrated.
Not-so-cool factor: There’s some silly, Star-Trek-esque, space-rift science in this one. Also, Hulk executes someone and nobody seems to care.
Notable: First appearance of Dr. Peter Corbeau.
Collector’s note: According to the Grand Comics Database, there is a 6p British variant of this issue.
Character quotable: “YOU! You kill the one girl who loves Hulk for what he is! And now – Hulk kills YOU!” – The Hulk, vengeful
Editor’s note: This review was written Feb. 13, 2026.
