Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (or simply Austin Powers) is a 1997 American comedy film directed by Jay Roach, and the first installment in the "Austin Powers" series. It stars franchise co-producer and writer Mike Myers as Austin Powers and Dr. Evil, Powers' arch-enemy. Supporting roles include Elizabeth Hurley, Robert Wagner, Seth Green, and Michael York. The film is an affectionate spoof of the James Bond films and other popular culture from the 1960s. The film, which cost US$16.5 million, opened on May 2, 1997, grossing US$53 million from its North American release
Dr. Weird (comics) his creator Howard Keltner cites Mr. Justice, an MLJ Magazines hero from the Golden Age as his inspiration. Dr. Weird (comics) Dr. Weird is a Big Bang Comics character who first appeared in "Star-Studded Comics" #1 (September 1963). Dr. Weird is a ghost who battles supernatural evil. He was created by Howard Keltner. Originally published by the Texas Trio (Larry Herndon, Buddy Saunders and Howard Keltner) from 1963 to 1972, the fanzine "Star-Studded Comics" spanned 18 issues and featured such characters as Dr. Weird, The Eye, Xal-Kor the Human Cat, Powerman, the Blade, and White Dragon. 1970 saw Dr. Weird