Ghost Rider Timeline ( Real )

creation
February 1972

Creation of Ghost Rider Character

Ghost Rider was created by writer Gary Friedrich, writer-editor Roy Thomas, and artist Mike Ploog, introduced as a supernatural antihero in Marvel Comics.

debut
August 1972

First Appearance of Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze)

The original Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, first appeared in Marvel Spotlight #5, marking the character's official debut in the comic book world.

character_update
May 1990

Introduction of Danny Ketch as Ghost Rider

Danny Ketch became the new Ghost Rider, diversifying the character's legacy and storyline in Marvel Comics.

film_adaptation
February 16, 2007

Ghost Rider Film Release Starring Nicolas Cage

The first major motion picture adaptation of Ghost Rider was released, starring Nicolas Cage in the lead role, bringing the character to a wider audience.

film_adaptation
February 17, 2012

Release of Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance

Sequel to the 2007 film, this movie further expanded Ghost Rider's presence in popular culture and cinema.

media_expansion
Circa 2000s

Marvel's Ghost Rider Inclusion in Video Games

Ghost Rider has appeared as a playable character in several video games, increasing the character’s reach across media platforms.

Ghost Rider Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
Early 1970s

Origin of Johnny Blaze

Johnny Blaze makes a deal with Mephisto to save his foster father, resulting in him becoming the Ghost Rider, a spirit of vengeance.

transformation
1972

First Transformation into Ghost Rider

Johnny Blaze first transforms into the Ghost Rider, discovering his powers and beginning his mission to punish the guilty.

conflict
1973

Battle with Zarathos

Johnny Blaze confronts Zarathos, the demon spirit within him, struggling to control the dark power while maintaining his humanity.

alliance
1992

Joining the Midnight Sons

Ghost Rider joins the supernatural superhero team called the Midnight Sons to combat dark mystical threats.

revelation
1995

Encounter with Mephisto Revealed

Johnny learns more about Mephisto's manipulations and the true nature of his curse as Ghost Rider.

mission
1997

Roanoke Incident

Ghost Rider battles against a demonic cult in Roanoke, North Carolina, protecting innocent lives from possession and corruption.

event
2000

Temporary Separation from Zarathos

Johnny Blaze manages to temporarily separate himself from Zarathos, experiencing a period without the Ghost Rider curse.

legacy
Early 2000s

Passing the Mantle to Danny Ketch

Johnny Blaze passes on the mantle of Ghost Rider to his younger brother Danny Ketch, entrusting him with the Spirit of Vengeance.

major_conflict
2003

Final Battle with Blackheart

Ghost Rider fights and defeats Blackheart, the son of Mephisto, preventing a major demonic uprising.

return
2010

Johnny Blaze Returns as Ghost Rider

Johnny Blaze resumes the Ghost Rider role after a period of absence to confront new supernatural threats.