Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have announced the remastered release of Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #1 (of 2), the acclaimed limited comic book series by writer James Tynion IV and artist Martin Simmonds. The Department of Truth creators present their acclaimed Dracula series in stunning black-and-white, in tribute to the iconic film that changed the face of horror.  

Originally unfolding over four suspenseful issues, the miniseries is presented here in double feature format, across two double-length issues coming this October and November.  

The first installment plunges readers into the eerie world of Dr. John Seward’s asylum, where a new patient arrives whispering about a demon who has taken residence next door. As Dr. Seward struggles to apply logic to the madness, his surrogate daughter Lucy begins to fall under the dark influence of the twisted Count Dracula! 

In addition to Dracula himself, this series also features some popular characters from the original film, including R.M. Renfield, Mina Seward, Doctor John Seward, Van Helsing, and more. The series has become known for its fresh twists, chilling encounters, and a dive into the dark corners of these timeless narratives. 

Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #1 (Lunar Codes lComing Soon | SRP: $6.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. 

The full list of covers is below:  

• Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #1 Cover A by Martin Simmonds 
• Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #1 Cover B by Mark Chiarello  

Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #2 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon| SRP: $6.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. 

• Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #2 Cover A by Martin Simmonds
• Universal Monsters: Dracula Black & White Special #2 Cover B by Anwita Citriya