Spirou

Spirou Magazine, created by Jean Dupuis on April 21, 1938, is one of the pillars of Franco-Belgian comics. Published by Dupuis editions, this Belgian weekly magazine takes its name from the eponymous character created by Rob-Vel.

From its inception, Spirou competed with Tintin magazine, giving rise to a legendary rivalry that would structure comic book publishing for decades. A tacit agreement between Charles Dupuis and Raymond Leblanc prevented authors from publishing simultaneously in both magazines.

The magazine's history is divided into several significant periods: the Rob-Vel era then Jijé during the war, followed by the arrival of André Franquin who takes over the Spirou character. The 1950s saw the emergence of legendary creators such as Peyo, Jean Roba, Maurice Tillieux, forming what would later be called