Canadian superhero Captain Canuck stages a bold comeback as tensions with the US escalate, casting Donald Trump and Elon Musk as villains in a politically charged comic book revival.
Ottawa, April 11 – In a striking twist that blends politics with pop culture, Donald Trump has been portrayed as a “supervillain” in the latest edition of Captain Canuck, a classic Canadian comic book. His fictional partner-in-crime? None other than tech tycoon Elon Musk.
The resurgence of Captain Canuck—Canada’s red-and-white-clad superhero first introduced in the 1970s—comes amid rising Canadian anger over Trump’s provocative rhetoric, including threats to annex Canada as the 51st US state, along with punishing tariffs that strained cross-border ties.
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Artist and co-creator Richard Comely, now 74, said the response has been overwhelming:
“All of a sudden, Canadians are looking to Captain Canuck as a symbol of independence.”
The hero’s alter ego, Tom Evans, is a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer imbued with superhuman strength after an alien encounter. In recent comic frames, Evans is seen standing up to Trump’s aggressive ambitions, defending Canadian sovereignty with bold physical action—literally dragging Trump and Musk by the collar.
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Trump’s Tariffs Fuel Comic Book Rebellion
Trump’s labeling of Canadian Prime Minister as merely a “governor,” his rhetoric about “buying” Canada, and his repeated reference to it as “the 51st state,” have fueled widespread protests. Many Canadians took to the streets with signs declaring, “Canada Not For Sale!”
The backlash has also had diplomatic and political consequences. Facing public outrage and deepening uncertainty, Canada’s interim prime minister called for snap polls to form a government capable of countering Trump’s aggression.
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Musk Cast as Comic Sidekick
Elon Musk, who has faced criticism in Canada for allegedly interfering in foreign politics and backing hard-right ideologies, is portrayed in the comic as Trump’s eccentric and dangerous sidekick. The duo, framed as a threat to Canadian autonomy, are defeated by Captain Canuck in dramatic panels that have captivated readers.
“It’s classic comic book imagery—good vs. evil, but rooted in real-life sentiment,” said Comely.
Captain Canuck: Then and Now
Originally created in 1975 during a period of Canadian cultural resurgence, Captain Canuck was designed to be a patriotic counter to America’s Captain America. Since then, over 4 million copies of Captain Canuck books and graphic novels have been published globally.
The hero’s revival in 2025, driven by Trump’s actions, marks a new chapter in the saga. An animated series, new comic runs, and growing merchandise sales suggest Captain Canuck’s cultural moment is far from over.
“We kind of have Trump to thank for this resurgence,” Comely chuckled, noting that Canadian companies are lining up to license the character amid the political storm.
The upcoming 50th anniversary edition of the comic will feature a now-iconic cover: Captain Canuck wagging a finger at Trump, with a defiant Canada standing behind him.
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