John Constantine

DC comics superhero

Fictional characterfictional human comics character film characterQ2663841

Also known as Constantine · Hellblazer

Present in work: Hellblazer
Creator: Alan Moore
, Stephen R. Bissette
, Rick Veitch
+1 more
Performer: Keanu Reeves
, Matt Ryan
Sex or gender: male
Occupation: con artist
, magician
, demon hunter
+6 more
Citizenship: United Kingdom

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John Constantine, also known as Hellblazer, is an antihero who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. He was created by Alan Moore, Stephen R. Bissette, and John Totleben, and first appeared in Swamp Thing #37. Initially a supporting character who played a pivotal role in the "American Gothic" Swamp Thing storyline, Constantine became popular with readers. As a result, he received his own comic in 1988 titled Hellblazer, which became the longest-running and most successful title of DC's Vertigo imprint. In the DC Universe, Constantine, the titular Hellblazer, is portrayed as a working-class warlock, occult detective, exorcist, and con man from Liverpool who is stationed in London. Known for his cynicism, deadpan wit, ruthless cunning, and constant chain smoking, he is also a passionate humanitarian with a deep desire to make a positive impact.

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