The Incredible Hulk (1982)
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Bruce Banner hides his transformations while working at a desert base. This 1982 Marvel series sits outside the MCU timeline, so you can watch it on its own without any homework. At 13 episodes, about 4h 46m in all, it is rent or buy only in the US right now.
| Release date | September 18, 1982 |
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| Episodes | 13 × ~22 min |
Why it’s worth knowing about
The Hulk’s first standalone cartoon, narrated by Stan Lee.
About The Incredible Hulk (1982)
This animated Hulk sticks close to the comics, starting with the Hulk's origin. Bruce Banner works at Gamma Base, an army base, and keeps trying to cure himself while General Thunderbolt Ross and the army hunt the Hulk. Rick Jones and Betty Ross are along for the ride, and recurring villains include Doctor Octopus, the Spymaster, the Leader, the Puppet Master and Hydra.
Marvel Productions made it, with David H. DePatie and Lee Gunther as executive producers. It aired on NBC from September 1982 to October 1983, sharing an hour with Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends under the banner The Incredible Hulk and the Amazing Spider-Man. It ran for just one season of 13 episodes. Bob Holt voices the Hulk, Michael Bell is Bruce Banner, Michael Horton is Rick Jones, B. J. Ward is Betty and Robert Ridgely is Ross.
Good to know
- "Enter: She-Hulk" introduces Bruce's cousin Jennifer Walters.
- In "Bruce Banner Unmasked," the army learns the Hulk's secret identity.
- Stan Lee narrates every episode.
- Unlike the live-action series, which renamed him David, this version keeps the comics' name, Bruce.
How to watch it
Watch this after the live-action series to see a version that sticks closer to the comics. It pairs well with Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends, its NBC partner. With only 13 episodes it's quick, and "Enter: She-Hulk" is the key one for fans of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Fans of early-'80s Saturday-morning cartoons will enjoy it, and it shows how the Hulk was animated before the 1996 series.
Where to watch The Incredible Hulk (1982) in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Not currently on a US subscription service |
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| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV |
Where to watch The Incredible Hulk (1982) outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
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| Canada | Not included | Not available |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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The Incredible Hulk (1982) FAQ
Who voices the Hulk in The Incredible Hulk (1982)?
Bob Holt voices the Hulk, while Michael Bell voices Bruce Banner.
Does She-Hulk appear in the 1982 Incredible Hulk cartoon?
Yes. The episode "Enter: She-Hulk" introduces Jennifer Walters as Bruce's cousin.
Was The Incredible Hulk (1982) shown with Spider-Man?
Yes. NBC paired it with Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends as The Incredible Hulk and the Amazing Spider-Man.
Can you skip The Incredible Hulk (1982)?
Yes. It’s not on the MCU timeline, so you won’t miss any MCU story by skipping it.
How many episodes does The Incredible Hulk (1982) have?
The Incredible Hulk (1982) has 13 episodes, around 22 minutes each.
Is The Incredible Hulk (1982) part of the MCU?
No. It’s Marvel, but it was made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe.