If you grew up in Spain or anywhere in the Spanish-speaking world, the names Mortadelo and Filemón (or Mort & Phil) need no introduction. But if you are a comic collector diving into the digital archives, you have likely stumbled upon the search term:

But what is the hype about these digital files, and why should you care about a couple of clumsy secret agents from T.I.A.? Created by the legendary Francisco Ibáñez, Mortadelo y Filemón has been running since 1958. That is over 60 years of slapstick chaos, terrible disguises, and the most inefficient spy agency in fiction.

The Secret Files of T.I.A.: Why “Mortadelo y Filemón CBR” is a Goldmine for Comic Fans