Updated: December 08, 2025

Dr. David Banner subjects himself to high levels of gamma radiation which triggers his transformation into a huge green creature, the Hulk, when he experiences intense emotions such as anger. Starring: Bill Bixby; Jack Colvin; Lou Ferrigno No. of episodes: 80 + 5 TV movies. Number of seasons: 5. First episode date: November 4, 1977 ( USA ) Program creators: Kenneth Johnson, Stan Lee, and Jack Kirby.