Rick Ungar (born November 4, 1950) is an American television producer, writer, and political commentator, best known as the co-producer of the iconic 1992 animated series 'X-Men'. Born in New York City, he played a pivotal role in Marvel Animation's golden era, contributing to series like 'Spider-Man' (1994) and 'Iron Man' (1994). Beyond animation, Ungar worked as a columnist and political analyst for outlets such as Forbes. His work helped revive superhero animation in the 1990s, leaving a lasting impact on pop culture.