Spy vs. Spy is a wordless comic strip created by Cuban cartoonist Antonio Prohías, debuting in Mad magazine in January 1961. The strip features two nearly identical spies—one dressed in white, the other in black—engaged in continuous battles of wits, setting elaborate traps to outsmart each other. This satirical portrayal reflects the absurdity of Cold War espionage. Prohías, known for his political satire in Cuba, fled to the United States in 1960 amid rising tensions with Fidel Castro’s regime. He joined Mad magazine shortly after, where “Spy vs. Spy” became a staple. The comic’s unique style and humor have led to various adaptations, including animated segments on television and multiple video games. After Prohías retired in 1987, other artists continued the strip, with Peter Kuper taking over in 1997, introducing color to the traditionally black-and-white series. “Spy vs. Spy” remains an enduring piece of satirical art, highlighting the futility and irony inherent in espionage.