If you’re not a comic book reader, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the climax of The Suicide Squad is just more James Gunn silliness. After all, the writer/director has been blending gore, goofiness, and genuine emotion since his early days at Troma. But Starro the Conqueror, the giant starfish who dispatches mind-controlling drones, isn’t […]
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Harold Schechter and Eric Powell Dive Into a Twisted Mind With Graphic Novel ‘Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?’ [Blood/Ink/Staples]
Welcome to Blood/Ink/Staples, a recurring column which will shine a spotlight on creepy comic books new and old. Here, we’ll be taking a peek at forgotten graphic novels and hot-off-the-press floppies, buried indies and newly-released big labels. Some articles will be historical deep dives, others will feature interviews with creators, but all will attempt to steer […]
In Addition to a Feature Film Reboot, ‘Blacula’ Will Also Return in a Brand New Graphic Novel!
Announced back in June, a new take on 1972’s Blacula is on the way from MGM, Bron and Hidden Empire Film Group, with Deon Taylor (The Intruder) on board to direct the movie. In addition to that “modern reimagining,” we’ve learned today that a Blacula graphic novel is also on the way next year, coming from […]
“Skin Crawl Magazine”: Artist Skinner Pays Tribute to Classic Horror Comics With New Anthology Magazine
The artist known as Skinner promises to pay loving tribute to the horror comics of yesteryear with his brand new horror comics anthology magazine Skin Crawl Magazine, a project he’s launching with a debut issue that’s currently being funded through Kickstarter. The good news? With 27 days left, Skin Crawl Magazine has already far surpassed […]
‘The Great Escape’ Meets ‘The Thing’: Writer Rob Williams Unveils New Creature Comic ‘OUT’ [Blood/Ink/Staples]
Welcome to Blood/Ink/Staples, a recurring column which will shine a spotlight on creepy comic books new and old. Here, we’ll be taking a peek at forgotten graphic novels and hot-off-the-press floppies, buried indies and newly-released big labels. Some articles will be historical deep dives, others will feature interviews with creators, but all will attempt to steer […]
‘The Occult World of Sabrina’ Comic Series Will Pick Up Where Netflix’s “Sabrina” Series Left Off
Netflix’s series “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” came to an end after 36 episodes late last year, but creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is continuing the storyline in the world of comics. Deadline reports that The Occult World of Sabrina will pick up where the Kiernan Shipka-starring Netflix series left off, and it’ll be its own comic series […]
‘Hellboy: The Silver Lantern Club’: Mike Mignola Co-Writing Brand New Mini-Series This Halloween! [Exclusive]
“Hellboy learns about the mysteries of an exorcism gone wrong” in Hellboy: The Silver Lantern Club, a 5-issue mini-series on the way this Halloween from Dark Horse Comics! Bloody Disgusting can exclusively report that Dark Horse Comics will debut Hellboy: The Silver Lantern Club on October 27, an all-new 5-issue comic book series by legendary Hellboy […]
DC Horror Joins Forces With ‘Last Podcast on the Left’ Team for New Comic ‘Soul Plumber’
DC’s horror imprint DC Horror has announced Soul Plumber today, “a new six-issue series that dives deep into the sewers of the human soul.” Soul Plumber comes from Marcus Parks, Henry Zebrowski, and Ben Kissel, the hosts of “The Last Podcast on the Left.” Issue #1 will be available wherever comics are sold on October 5. […]
The Justice League Battles Bloodsuckers in Limited Comic Series ‘DC vs. Vampires’ This Halloween!
On the road to Halloween, DC has announced two horror-heavy comic series this morning, with DC vs. Vampires and Task Force Z headed our way for the spooky season. The press release explains, “Writer Matthew Rosenberg (The Joker Presents: A Puzzlebox; 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) is dragging some of Gotham City’s most dangerous […]
[Trailer] Prequel Comic For ‘Dying Light 2: Stay Human’ Available Digitally Until July 15; Printed Version Coming Soon
Techland and Dynamite Entertainment have unveiled the first issue for the upcoming Dying Light 2: Stay Human prequel comic series, which is available now for download until July 15. After which, you’ll have to wait for the printed version at a later date. Announced during the second episode of Dying 2 Know, Banshee: I Am The […]
‘The Long Halloween’ Continues in October With ‘Batman: The Long Halloween Special’ from Original Creators!
While we wait for animated movie Batman: The Long Halloween Part 2, we’ve learned today that a brand new continuation of the original comic tale is on the way this Halloween! DC announced today that Batman: The Long Halloween Special, a continuation of the Eisner Award-winning series Batman: The Long Halloween, arrives on October 12, 2021! […]