Moon Knight is one of those heroes who’s been around for a long time without receiving much cultural recognition. Comic lovers have enjoyed his adventures for decades, but many didn’t hear about him until the MCU TV show debuted. That means there are plenty of people looking for the best Moon Knight comics, and we’ve got our picks below.
Best Moon Knight Comics as of 2025
Moon Knight made his first appearance in another comic that also got a big boost in recognition from an MCU adaptation, Werewolf by Night. While he got his start as a villain working for The Committee, he was soon retconned into a hero and began getting more and more panel time in various Marvel comics. In 1980, he got his first series, which became a flagship title for a time. However, Moon Knight’s popularity has waxed and waned over the years, so there are some notable gaps in his series. The issues below will ease you into his various eras and help you find a good place to go next.
Avengers: Age of Khonshu
Okay, this one’s a little controversial as a pick, but I’m adding it as a big shake-up in the MK lore. Age of Khonshu is a 4-issue arc running from Avengers Vol. 8, issues #33–37. Moon Knight plays the antagonist in this scenario, with the Avengers serving as the obvious protagonists. But suppose you asked Marc Spector, or the Egyptian God of the Moon, who is using Spector as his avatar. In that case, he’d probably say it’s only because the Avengers aren’t getting the job done and Mephisto’s machinations are about to take over Earth. So, antagonist? Eh, depends. However, he does manage to take down the Avengers, which might seem unbelievable to some.
While there are mixed reviews from fans about how this one affects the continuity of the character, it showed how mighty Moon Knight can be. He’s not just a guy with a personality disorder who thinks he’s doing Khonshu’s work – he is exceptionally powerful. So, excuse how ridiculous some of the arc can be and enjoy what it is.
Moon Knight, Volume 8
Published from 2016 to 2017, this 14-issue arc is the closest of the comics to serving as source material for the Disney+ Moon Knight series, featuring Oscar Isaac as our hero. Here, we obtain the definitive characterizations of Spector’s other personalities, Jake Lockley and Steven Grant. It’s one of the most emotionally charged storytelling arcs in the character’s history, and it’s a compelling read.
As far as the basic plot goes, Marc Spector wakes up with no knowledge of who he is or why he’s being hunted. So how fractured can a fractured mind get? And what are you capable of when you have no control over who’s controlling you? Along the way, Marc battles shadowy enemies, tries to piece together his shattered identity, and confronts the dark forces tied to Khonshu. Jeff Lemire’s writing takes a turn for the worse with this one. It’s great.
Moon Knight Resurrection War
From writer Doug Moench comes Resurrection War, a 1998 four-issue series that stands as a classic Moon Knight storyline. Picking up after the events of Marc Spector: Moon Knight, where our lead character dies, this arc brings Marc back from the dead. Khonshu resurrects our hero because there’s still work to be done.
In this storyline, Marc soon finds himself facing off against a dangerous cult devoted to Khonshu, while also getting pulled into a god-level conflict between Khonshu and his ancient nemesis, Set, another figure from Egyptian mythology. Although this one is relatively short, it’s an essential read for the broader MK storyline.
Werewolf by Night #32-33
The first appearance is a must-read. We already mentioned it, but it’s a fun comic on its own. Created by a team including Don Perlin, Doug Moench, Howie Perlin, Phil Rachelson, Ray Holloway, and Len Wein, the story introduces us to a man named Marc Spector, who a mysterious organization recruits to track down Jack Russell (yes, that’s really his name, which is pretty perfect for a werewolf character). Jack, aka the Werewolf by Night, suffers from a curse that turns him into a werewolf. It’s not a superpower or a choice, though Jack does get a handle on his transformations to some degree at least. Moon Knight is hired to bring him in, making him the antagonist here.
We don’t get much of Moon Knight’s powers or backstory yet, but it’s a great entry point for the character. Plus, the foray into classic horror-tinged 1970s Marvel comic is undeniably enjoyable.
Marvel Knights #4-14
Though Moon Knight is technically a secondary character in this run, the arc is a fantastic read that puts some of Marvel’s best-known heroes on a collision course with the Punisher. Daredevil, Black Widow, Doctor Strange, and Shang-Chi are all after him, each with their reasons and their ways of dealing with someone like Frank Castle. It’s not necessarily as grand a scale as some of the other Moon Knight team-ups across the Marvel Universe, but it’s got a rag-tag street hero vibe. And if you’re at all interested in the Punisher, this might rank as one of his best comic appearances.
Written by Chuck Dixon with art by Eduardo Barreto and Klaus Janson, this 2004–2005 series (Marvel Knights #4–14) is action-packed and worth the read.
How we chose the best Moon Knight comics
As with all our best-of lists, several factors contribute to selecting the strongest contenders. We generally try to include a range of comic picks, including those that feature character origins and backstories to welcome newcomers to the mythos and continuity line, as well as the comics that have the best writing and artwork. Of course, fan favorites and critically acclaimed runs always show up on these lists, too. But hey, don’t just take our word for it. Check these out and decide for yourself.
