UK RELEASE DATE: 26th August £4.99 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 9th September $8.99 COVER: TOBY WILLSMER
In this issue:
JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Dan Cornwell (a) Chris Blythe (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) BRINK // THE CALL OF THE VOID by Dan Abnett (w) INJ Culbard (a) Simon Bowland (l) THE FALL OF DEADWORLD // JUSTICE by Kek-W (w) Dave Kendall (a) Simon Bowland (l) NIGHTMARE NEW YORK // BOOK TWO by Kek-W (w) David Roach (a) Jim Boswell (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) FUTURE SHOCKS // AND NOW THE FIREWORKS by James Peaty (w) Steve Yeowell (a) Rob Steen (l) JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Jake Lynch (a) Emily Roach (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) YOUNG DEATH // GRAVE CONSEQUENCES by Kek-W (w) Sedat Oezgen (a) John Charles (c) Rob Steen (l)
He’s Britain’s biggest comic book export — and a huge new book will showcase Judge Dredd, Lawman of the Future, as he celebrates half a century of publication!
Releasing February 11, 2027,Fifty Years of Judge Dredd is an over-sized omnibus collection of Dredd’s greatest cases from the pages of 2000 AD, alongside interviews with some of the greatest talents in comics to have brought him to life. Available in standard hardback or webshop-exclusive slipcase editions, each slipcase is individually numbered and showcases exclusive new artwork by Henry Flint, inspired by Carlos Ezquerra’s original character design sketch (which is also featured on the flipside of the slipcase).
Fantastic for fans of Judge Dredd who want a one-stop collection to grab from their bookshelf — and a perfect primer for readers new to the character — this landmark title will be published as part of the celebrations of 2000 AD’s fiftieth anniversary in February 2027.
Since he was created by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra half a century ago, Judge Dredd has acted as judge, jury and executioner on the streets of the dystopian city of Mega-City One. These stories have ranged from sci-fi satire to war story, from epic adventure to iconic horror.
This dense and sweeping collection will feature classic encounters with legendary villains like Judge Death through to corruption and evil lurking inside the Justice Department itself, in a definitive celebration of Judge Dredd’s electric — and uninterrupted — run in 2000 AD from 1977 right through to the present day.
Featuring work by world-renowned creators such as Brian Bolland, Cam Kennedy, Duncan Fegredo, RM Guera, and more, Fifty Years of Judge Dredd collects forty of the very best complete stories; each strip has been carefully selected to showcase his great versatility, showcasing The Lawman of The Future at his very best and showing what makes him one of the most iconic characters in British comics.
This massive collection also features brand new interviews with just some of the incredible writers and artists who have brought their own unique take to Judge Dredd over the years, from co-creator John Wagner to master stylist Jock. Interviewed by Eisner Award-winning writer Michael Molcher, the creators who shaped and refined Dredd tell the Lawman’s stories in their own words, exploring his enduring appeal as a character across five decades of publication.
From Dark Judges to Love Stories; from The Apocalypse War to Young Giant, these forty stories feature Judge Dredd’s most iconic and memorable moments from across the years. Ranging from the tragedy of Bury My Knee at Wounded Heart to the comedy of Crossing Ken Dodd, Fifty Years of Judge Dredd is a titanic celebration of one of the most important and beloved characters in cultural history.
And in case you hadn’t realised… HE IS THE LAW!!!!
Fifty Years of Judge Dreddwill be released in February 2027, available in hardback or webshop-exclusive slipcase Editions!
RELEASE DATE: 19th August £7.50 US RELEASE DATE: 16th September $14.99 COVER: NICK PERCIVAL
In this issue:
JUDGE RICO // THE BLACK TOWER by Ken Niemand (w) Nick Percival (c) Simon Bowland (l) STORM WARNING // SLAUGHTER HOUSE by John Reppion (w) Lee Carter (a) Rob Steen (l) MEGA-CITY 2099 // REMEMBRANCE DAY by Ken Niemand (w) Conor Boyle (a) Rob Steen (l) ROGUE TROOPER // AN ITERATION OF ALLIES by Andi Ewington (w) Sinu Senan (a) Jim Boswell (c) Simon Bowland (l) LAWLESS // STRAY by Dan Abnett (w) Phil Winslade (a) Simon Bowland (l)
UK RELEASE DATE: 19th August £3.99 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 2nd September $7.99 COVER: JAKE LYNCH
In this issue:
JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Dan Cornwell (a) Chris Blythe (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) BRINK // THE CALL OF THE VOID by Dan Abnett (w) INJ Culbard (a) Simon Bowland (l) THE FALL OF DEADWORLD // JUSTICE by Kek-W (w) Dave Kendall (a) Simon Bowland (l) NIGHTMARE NEW YORK // BOOK TWO by Kek-W (w) David Roach (a) Peter Doherty (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Jake Lynch (a) Emily Roach (c) Annie Parkhouse (l)
Compact comics are a hit with more and more publishers moving towards the format which blends western trade collections with manga formatting.
They’ve been a great way to re-read amazing stories and also discover new ones in affordable and small releases.
2026 is wrapping up with some solid releases and 2027 is already looking great.
Check out below for what we know is coming so far from DC, Marvel, and more for the rest of 2026 and beyond! There’s at least one release reach month between now and April and at times multiple!
DC Comics
2026
Batman & Son: DC Compact Comics Edition – August 18 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Fables: No More Happily Ever After: DC Compact Comics Edition – September 1 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Batgirl of Burnside: DC Compact Comics Edition – September 15 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Dark Nights: Metal: DC Compact Comics Edition – September 29 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year One: DC Compact Comics Edition – September 29 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Batman: Harley and Ivy: DC Compact Comics Edition – October 6 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Swamp Thing: The Anatomy Lesson: DC Compact Comics Edition – October 6 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Crisis on Infinite Earths: DC Compact Comics Edition – November 3 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Justice League: Origin: DC Compact Comics Edition – December 1 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Mister Miracle: DC Compact Comics Edition – December 1 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
2027
Preacher: Gone to Texas: DC Compact Comics Edition – January 5 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Batgirl: Year One: DC Compact Comics Edition – February 16 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Superman: Man of Steel : DC Compact Comics Edition – March 16 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Batman: The Dark Knight: DC Compact Comics Adventures – March 30 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Superman: Man of Tomorrow: DC Compact Comics Adventures – March 30 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dangerous Habits: DC Compact Comics Edition – April 13 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Catwoman: When in Rome: DC Compact Comics Edition – April 27 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Marvel
2026
Avengers: Secret Wars [Marvel Premier Collection] – August 18 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Avengers: Time Runs Out [Marvel Premier Collection] – August 18 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
X-Men: Yesterday’s X-Men [Marvel Premier Collection] – October 6 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Captain America: The Death Of Captain America [Marvel Premier Collection] – November 3 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
2027
Iron Man: Extremis [Marvel Premier Collection] – January 12 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Spider-Man: Kraven’s Last Hunt [Marvel Premier Collection] – February 9 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Thor: Gorr The God Butcher [Marvel Premier Collection] – March 9 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
X-Men: E Is For Extinction [Marvel Premier Collection] – April 13 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
BOOM! Studios
2026
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Compact Comics Edition Vol. 1 – September 22 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
2027
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Compact Comics Edition Vol. 2 – January 26 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Eve Compact Comics – February 23 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Dynamite
2026
Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword Compact Edition – November 10 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Pathfinder: Dark Waters Rising Compact Edition – November 17 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Image Comics
2027
Radiant Black Compact Edition Book One – February 16 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Oni Press
2026
Rick and Morty Oni Compact Comics Edition: Wubba Lubba Dub-DOOM – August 18 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Archie: New Riverdale Compact Comics Edition – September 29 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Sabrina the Teenage Witch: New Riverdale Compact Comics Edition – October 13 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Jughead: New Riverdale Compact Comics Edition – October 27 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
Adventure Time Compact Comics Edition: On the Case – November 24 – Purchase: Amazon – Bookshop
UK RELEASE DATE: 12th August £3.99 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 26th August $7.99 COVER: CLIFF ROBINSON WITH DYLAN TEAGUE
In this issue:
JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Jake Lynch (a) Emily Roach (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) BRINK // THE CALL OF THE VOID by Dan Abnett (w) INJ Culbard (a) Simon Bowland (l) NIGHTMARE NEW YORK // BOOK TWO by Kek-W (w) David Roach (a) Peter Doherty (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) YOUNG DEATH // FREDERICK by Kek-W (w) Lee Carter (a) Rob Steen (l) THE FALL OF DEADWORLD // JUSTICE by Kek-W (w) Dave Kendall (a) Simon Bowland (l)
No crime is too small, no punishment too big — as the classic cases of Judge Dredd come in a brand new series with a brand new format!
Judge Dredd: Compact Crimes collects the bestselling adventures of the ultimate lawman of the future in the popular compact format, bringing the best of British comics to a whole new audience.
Launching on 26 January, this is the ideal place to start your Judge Dredd library — from the beginning, starting with his very first cases!
The series’ new-reader-friendly format brings this bestselling evergreen series to a brand new 210×148mm (8¼ × 5⅞ in) trim format of trade paperback novels, priced at £9.99 in the UK and $12.99 in the USA.
For fifty years, the zero-tolerance cop has been delivering justice on the dangerous streets of the future-shocked metropolis Mega-City One. Released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Judge Dredd and his home, the cult sci-fi weekly comic 2000 AD, volume one kickstarts the new Compact Crimes series in a shelf-friendly format, with a price point that’s perfect for introducing new readers to UK’s most successful comics character.
As well as stories by Pat Mills and John Wagner, the first volume features artwork from British comics royalty, including Brian Bolland, Mick McMahon, Ian Gibson, and more.
In February 2027, 2000 AD will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a series of special events and publications highlighting the legacy and impact of five decades of groundbreaking comics, which have helped fundamentally change comic book and world culture. Appearing in the second issue of 2000 AD in 1977, Judge Dredd soon became its biggest character, leading to two major feature film adaptations as well as countless comics sold across the globe.
Collecting every case in order from almost five decades of 2000 AD, Compact Crimes will bring readers the groundbreaking classics that have made Judge Dredd a global name!
Judge Dredd: Compact Crimes Vol.1 will be available on 26 January from all good book and comic book stores, as well as from online retailers and digitally from 2000 AD’s webshop and app.
UK RELEASE DATE: 22nd July £4.99 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 19th August $8.99 COVER: LIAM SHARP
In this issue:
JUDGE DREDD // MUST TRY HARDER by T.C. Eglington (w) Boo Cook (a) Annie Parkhouse (l) STICKLEBACK // LITHE SPIRIT by Ian Edginton (w) D’Israeli (a) Rob Steen (l) YOUNG DEATH // BODY OF EVIDENCE by Kek-W (w) Anthony Williams (a) Rob Steen (l) FUTURE SHOCKS // DAY 404 by Andi Ewington (w) Gary Welsh (a) Annie Parkhouse (l) STRONTIUM DOG // THE ROYAL MESS by Karl Stock (w) Colin MacNeil (a) Jim Boswell (c) Simon Bowland (l)
UK RELEASE DATE: 22nd July £3.99 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 5th August $7.99 COVER: CLINT LANGLEY
In this issue:
JUDGE DREDD // THE OUBLIETTE by Ken Niemand (w) Dan Cornwell (a) Chris Blythe (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) BRINK // THE CALL OF THE VOID by Dan Abnett (w) INJ Culbard (a) Simon Bowland (l) THE FALL OF DEADWORLD // JUSTICE by Kek-W (w) Dave Kendall (a) Simon Bowland (l) NIGHTMARE NEW YORK // BOOK TWO by Kek-W (w) David Roach (a) Peter Doherty (c) Annie Parkhouse (l) JUDGE ANDERSON // THE VOID by Liam Johnson (w) Rob Richardson (a) Rob Steen (l)
UK RELEASE DATE: 15th July £7.50 LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 12th August $14.99 COVER: JOHN MCCREA WITH JACK DAVIES
In this issue:
JUDGE RICO // THE BLACK TOWER by Ken Niemand (w) Nick Percival (c) Simon Bowland (l) LAWLESS // AN EXHIBITION by Dan Abnett (w) Phil Winslade (a) Simon Bowland (l) TALES FROM THE BLACK MUSEUM // BAD IDEA by James Peaty (w) Stewart K. Moore (a) Annie Parkhouse (l) ROGUE TROOPER // AN ITERATION OF ALLIES by Andi Ewington (w) Sinu Senan (a) Jim Boswell (c) Simon Bowland (l) MEGATROPOLIS II by Ken Niemand (w) Chris Weston (a) Antonietta Saulino (c) Rob Steen (l)
