Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has already bestowed the billions of Marvel Comics fans and casual MCU-goers 23 films in their "Infinity Saga" and beyond (Spiderman: Far From Home). To add to their evergrowing universe of cinematic imaginings of beloved comic story arcs, Marvel Studios are set to start releasing their TV shows on Disney+ which include WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, What If…?, Hawkeye, Ms. Marvel, She-Hulk and the latest announcement to their slate is one Marc Spector aka Moon Knight. Moon Knight was created by writer Doug Moench and artist Don Perlin and made his first appearance in Werewolf By Night #32 in August 1975.

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In the comics, Marc Spector is a former CIA agent, mercenary, and boxer who finds himself near death after being betrayed by an employer, Raoul Bushman. After the two stumble upon an archaeological dig which Bushman had plans to rob, he betrays Spector, who, as he lay dying is approached by Khonshu, the Egyptian moon god. Khonshu offers him a second life, in exchange for becoming the god's avatar on Earth. Spector is resurrected and given superhuman abilities. Upon his return to the States, Spector's money which he invested as a mercenary has made the newly-reborn hero a small fortune. Much like Batman (minus the powers), Spector takes the crimefighting title of Moon Knight. Disney+ 's upcoming 2022 Moon Knight could get any route at this stage, from an origin story to several, dark, twisted, and darkly-comedic arcs.

Moon Knight (1980) #1-38

Moon Knight (1980) comic

It would make total sense if Marvel Studios went the route of adapting the first Doug Moench and Bill Sienkiewicz Moon Knight run which saw the character's definite original story come to life on-page. The two expanded Spector's world and spent the run truly fleshing out the titular character's backstory.

The arc reveals how he met his nemesis, Bushman, and also features the beginning of Spector's relationship with Khonshu and his transformation into Moon Knight. It's a classic Marvel superhero run that still holds gravitas forty years later.

Moon Knight (2006) #1-6

Moon Knight (2006) comics

Another route that the writers at Disney+ and Marvel Studios could opt for is writer Charlie Huston's and artist David Finch's 2006 six-issue run. The writer and artist's approach is a back-to-basics tale that sees the return of the Committee.

The arc also goes into intricate detail as to the time which Spector spent as Moon Knight which left him a broken man, both mentally and physically. It will be a treat for all to see Oscar Isaac play a hero with multiple personalities, daddy issues, and a personal line to an Egyptian God.

Marc Spector: Moon Knight (1989)

Marc Spector Moon Knight

Marvel Studios could approach their second season by adapting the 1989 run which sees the return of Bushman as he takes over the small African country, Burunda. The villain also captures Spector's love interest, Marlene, and in order for the hero to get her back, he has to sneak into Burunda's Freedomtown undercover.

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Marlene on the other hand, ever the resourceful character that she is, decides she no longer wants to be a prisoner of Bushman and stages her own escape. Her plan to flee coincides with Spector's rescue plan and the two humiliate Bushman in front of his followers, however, the two make the mistake of leaving the antagonist alive.

Moon Knight: Divided We Fall (1992)

Moon Knight Divided We Fall

Following the events of Marc Spector: Moon Knight, Divided We Fall picks up a few years later as Bushman gets his revenge on Spector. He goes the devious route of striking at Spector, where it hurts him most, his friends.

He succeeds in brainwashing Frenchie and Marlene, who are then sent by him to assassinate key world leaders in an attempt to send the world into a nuclear holocaust.

Werewolf By Night (1972) #32-33

Werewolf By Night (1972)

As mentioned above, Moon Knight makes his first appearance in Werewolf By Night as a worthy adversary to the titular hero of this series. It features Marc Spector in action as his mercenary self. He accepts a bounty from a shadowy organization, the Committee to bring Russell (Werewolf By Night) in.

The run also sees the Committee supplying Spector with his classic costume and codename. Moon Knight, being the interesting character that is, decides he can't stand by and allow Russell or his friends or family to suffer at the hands of the Committee. He frees the werewolf and fights at his side to defeat the Committee before allowing Russell to escape.

Marvel Spotlight (1971) #28-29

Split image of comic covers of Marvel Spotlight 28 and 29.

A considerable amount of Moon Knight's mythology was brought to life during his first solo run, but certain key characters such as Frenchie ( Jean-Paul DuChamp) and Marlene, his partner and paramour only made their first appearances in other comic series runs. Frenchie was introduced in Werewolf By Night, and returns in this two-part run, as well as Marlene and Moon Knight's other personas, millionaire Steven Grant and taxi driver Jake Lockley.

This spectacular, albeit short run, also sees Moon Knight face off against his first Super Villian, Conqueror-Lord. Conqueror-Lord is a local crime kingpin with delusions of grandeur, who has a penchant for theatrics and fatal traps.

Vengeance Of The Moon Knight (2009) #1-10

Vengeance Of The Moon Knight comic

This early 2000s run catapulted Moon Knight back into the hearts and minds of beloved comic book fans and introduced him to newbie comic book readers.  The series see Moon Knight take on Norman Osborn's Dark Reign and the character even goes up against another character who speaks to voices, or other personas, Sentry.

Of course, the MCU would not be able to go this route at this stage, but perhaps if Marvel Studios strikes a deal with Sony again, we could see Norman Osborn being reintroduced in the MCU. It's a pipe dream for sure, but if it happens it could lead to the Secret Avengers arc coming to life on-screen, as Moon Knight becomes a member of this team-up in Vengeance Of The Moon Knight.

Moon Knight (2014) #1-6

Moon Knight (2014) #1-6

Moon Knight (2014) #1-6 is considered to be another run of the character which reinvigorated Moon Knight for a 21st-century audience by the introduction of a new persona; Mister Knight. As opposed to Moon Knight, Mister Knight prefers donning a slick, stylish suit.

This story arc also added fresh layers to the relationship between Spector and Khonshu. The style is cinematic and the plot is action-packed, which could make it easily adaptable for the small screen.

Moon Knight (2014) #7-12

Moon Knight (2014) #7-12

The second story arc in the 2014 Moon Knight run is called "Blackout". The story features a slow-burn reveal of a new Moon Knight Adversary, Elisa Warsame.

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Warsame poses as Spector's psychologist and by doing this gains unique insights inside the tormented character's psyche and his mental issues. To make matters worse, Warsame uses her insights into Spector's mind to gain Khonshu's favor from him.

Moon Knight Vol. 1: Lunatic (Moon Knight (2016-2017)

Moon Knight Vol. 1 Lunatic

If the screenwriters at Marvel Studios really feel like approaching a grittier, Netflix-esque approach to their Moon Knight show, they could go the route of; "Marc Spector — a.k.a. Moon Knight/Jake Lockley/Steven Grant — has been fighting criminals and keeping New York City safe for years…or has he?".

This decision is sure to ruffle feathers in the comic book community as many a fan would surely want to see the earlier iterations of the characters before this sort of almost "What If..." Marvel scenario.

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