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Sanctum Sanctorum (Marvel Comics)

The Sanctum Sanctorum is a fictional building appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, as the residence and headquarters of Doctor Strange. Created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, the building first appeared in Strange Tales #110 (July 1963). It is located at 177A Bleecker Street in New York City's Greenwich Village neighborhood.[1] This is a reference to the address of an apartment once shared by writers Roy Thomas and Gary Friedrich.

Sanctum Sanctorum

Strange Tales #110
(July 1963)

Residence

The Sanctum Sanctorum has appeared in various media adaptations, including animated television series, video games, and in numerous media within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

In 2019, ranked the Sanctum Sanctorum 4th in their "10 Most Iconic Superhero Hideouts In Marvel Comics" list.[16]

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In 2020, ranked the Sanctum Sanctorum 9th in their "Avengers 10 Best Headquarters" list.[17]

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Other versions[edit]

Marvel Zombies[edit]

In the "Marvel Zombies" continuity, a handful of heroes seek help and information at the Sanctum. Wong is slain there by a zombified Doctor Druid, who is then killed by Ash Williams. Some of the semi-living books in the house provide vital assistance in the zombie-resistance effort.[18]

Ultimate Marvel[edit]

In the "Ultimate Marvel" continuity, a taxi propelled by great force pierces the defense of the house. The top-floor window sigil is shattered, along with the prison that holds monsters. These are let loose, followed by Dormammu. The fight that follows destroys the Sanctum and kills Strange.[19]

The Sanctum Sanctorum appears in .

The Super Hero Squad Show

The Sanctum Sanctorum appears in .[20]

Ultimate Spider-Man

The Sanctum Sanctorum appears in .

Avengers Assemble

The Sanctum Sanctorum appears in the episode "Stranger in a Strange Land."

Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.