Punisher
fictional character in Marvel Comics
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Summary
Punisher is a fictional human[1]. He was born on February 16, 1950[2], in Queens[3]. He has worked as a military personnel[4], vigilante[5], instructor[6], and soldier[7]. He ranks in the top 1% of fictional human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (23,041 views/month).[8]
Key Facts
- Spouse: Maria Castle[9]
- Child: Lisa Barbara Castle[10], Frank Castle Jr.[11]
- Country of citizenship: United States[12]
- Ethnic group: Sicilian Americans[13]
- Creator: Gerry Conway[14], John Romita Sr.[15], Ross Andru[16]
- Member of: Thunderbolts[17], Heroes for Hire[18], Defenders[19], Hydra[20], Secret Avengers[21], Marvel Knights[22], United States Marine Corps[23]
- Religion or worldview: Catholicism[24], lapsed Catholic[25]
- Sex or gender: male[26]
- Instance of: comics character[27], film character[28], television character[29]
- Performer: Dolph Lundgren[30], Thomas Jane[31], Ray Stevenson[32], Jon Bernthal[33]
- Military branch: United States Marine Corps[34]
- Commons category: Punisher[35]
- Military, police or special rank: captain[36]
- Country of origin: United States[37]
- Participated in conflict: Vietnam War[38]
- Family name: Castiglione[39], Castle[40]
- Given name: Francis[41]
- Topic's main category: Category:Punisher[42]
- Inspired by: Mack Bolan[43]
- From narrative universe: Earth-616[44]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[45]
- Topic has template: Template:Punisher[46]
- Present in work: Daredevil[47], The Punisher[48], Spider-Man[49], The Super Hero Squad Show[50], Iron Man: Rise of Technovore[51], Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher[52], Punisher: War Zone[53], The Punisher: The Ultimate Payback![54], The Punisher: No Mercy[55], Spider-Man: Brand New Day[56]
- Birth name: Francis Castiglione[57]
- Name in native language: Punisher[58], Frank Castle[59]
Why It Matters
Punisher has Wikipedia articles in 26 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[60] He is known by 65 alternative names across languages and contexts.[61]
FAQs
Where was Punisher born?
Punisher was born in Queens[3].
Who was Punisher married to?
Punisher's spouses include Maria Castle[9].
What did Punisher do for work?
Punisher worked as a military personnel[4], vigilante[5], instructor[6], and soldier[7].