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ComicsPRO 2026: 2000 AD Arrives Weekly in the USA Via Lunar Distribution

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2000 AD is coming back to America — and this time, it’s weekly!

Never before have American readers been able to enjoy a weekly hit of 2000 AD Thrill-power, but now thanks to a partnership between publishers Rebellion and Lunar Distribution, 2000 AD will arrive in US comic book stores every week — and just two weeks after the UK on-sale date!

The team behind the landmark weekly sci-fi anthology announced this week at ComicsPro that The Galaxy’s Greatest Comic will return to American shelves this May on a weekly schedule via Lunar. Copies will be printed and distributed within the USA for the first time in 2000 AD’s forty-nine-year history, meaning that retailers can now order individual issues of 2000 AD for their store.

The move means that rather than waiting months for copies, readers will be able to pick up issues of 2000 AD each and every week from their local comic store for the first time – making it a great addition to their weekly pull-lists. Issues will no longer be poly-bagged — so new readers can pick up copies from the shelf and discover a range of Thrills to reshape their reality!

This news means that now 2000 AD, the Judge Dredd Megazine, and seasonal Special issues including Action and The 2000 AD Sci-Fi Special will all now be available to order directly through Lunar.

Publishing since 1977, 2000 AD is the weekly 32-page anthology featuring five serialised stories in each issue. Featuring Judge Dredd – The Ultimate Lawman of the Future – 2000 AD has also been home to iconic and influential series including Strontium Dog, Halo Jones, Nemesis the Warlock, ABC Warriors and many more.

The crucible which introduced to the comics industry creators including Alan Moore, John Wagner, Pat Mills, Brian Bolland, Grant Morrison, Dave Gibbons, Al Ewing and many more, 2000 AD is the home to genre-defying and anarchic comics which challenge authority and give readers a taste of the unknown and bizarre. Currently 2000 AD is home to stunning visions of science fiction such as the cosmic horror of Brink; the violent and vampiric Silver; the fantastical steampunk universe of Brass Sun; and the dark and depraved dystopia of The Fall of Deadworld, as well as many other stories.

This year will also see Judge Dredd caught up in a massive crossover “Mega-Epic” storyline which crosses over between the weekly 2000 AD and the monthly Judge Dredd Megazine – which will also now be available in the US on a regular schedule through Lunar. As Judge Dredd enters “The Oubliette” and witnesses “The Black Tower”, readers will be able to pick up both titles straight from their local comic store to ensure they get the full story as a hyper-blast of electrified Thrill-Power!

Retailers looking to order the weekly 2000 AD will be able to find it in March’s edition of “Next Phase” available via Lunar, and on the Lunar website.

The future is calling, America – it’s time to answer!

2000 AD Cover

Judge Dredd Megazine Is Now Available Through Lunar!

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Judge Dredd Megazine

The future has arrived at Lunar Distribution! Starting with February’s edition of the Lunar Catalogue, the award-winning Judge Dredd Megazine will be available each and every month for order through Lunar, bringing Thrill-Power worldwide!

Judge Dredd Megazine has been running since 1990, and in its current form is a monthly 100-page magazine which features new comics alongside features, interviews, and more. The Megazine focuses on Judge Dredd and the future dystopia of Mega-City One which he patrols – and is also the home to iconic and beloved characters like Judge Anderson, Devlin Waugh, and Metta Lawson.

Some of the most famous stories in 2000 AD history first found their home in the Megazine, including the iconic and thrilling Judge Dredd: America as well as the horror of Young Death; alongside modern classic runs like the heavy-hitting Dreadnoughts and the wild-west action of Lawless.

Each issue of Judge Dredd Megazine features some of the most acclaimed and individual creators currently working in comics, including names like John Wagner, Garth Ennis, Chris Weston, Colin MacNeil, Dan Abnett, Rob Williams, John Higgins, Alex de Campi, Phil Winslade and more.

Alongside the all-new comics published in each monthly edition, the Megazine also features a variety of features and interviews set across the world of comics, celebrating and championing new initiatives and raising attention to comics being created across the UK. From interviews with film director Ben Wheatley and Dredd’s co-creator John Wagner through to features on the recent Dan Dare revival and return of A1/Deadline, the Megazine offers news and updates on the ever-changing and inventive world of British comics – making it an essential read for anyone interested in what’s going on in the industry!

The first available issue of The Big Meg will be Judge Dredd Megazine 491, which features a pulse-pounding collection of stories! Every Megazine kicks off with a ten-page Judge Dredd story, and Megazine 491 also features the acclaimed alt-universe serial Megatropolis; the return of the dimension-hopping Department K; the hard-edged 1970s New York Coppers Fargo & McBane; the sci-fi soccer shenanigans of John Wagner and Dan Cornwell’s Rok The World; the radioactive terror of Atomfall; and much more!

The arrival of Judge Dredd Megazine as a monthly comic via Lunar continues the growing partnership between Rebellion and Lunar, which began in 2025.

Alongside Judge Dredd Megazine, Lunar also offer Rebellion Special releases including the upcoming Action 50th Anniversary Special, which celebrates the anniversary of the controversial UK comic with a new 48-page issue spearheaded by Garth Ellis; and new and backlist collections including the Judge Dredd: Rend & Tear Graphic Novel, as well as The Complete Alan Moore, a new series of hardback collections which begins in 2026.

Retailers looking to order Judge Dredd Megazine should look to February’s edition of “Next Phase”, available via Lunar and on the Lunar website – featuring the Lawman of the Future as this month’s cover star! 

Dynamite announces Distribution Through Lunar

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Dynamite Entertainment

Dynamite Entertainment is one of the last, if not the last, major publisher that is exclusive to Diamond Comic Distributors. Well, that’s not the case anymore as the publisher has announced that they’ve come to an agreement with Lunar Distribution beginning this Monday’s June 23rd final order cutoff with releases on July 9 and July 16.

Dynamic Forces has been in a fight with the (old) Diamond for money owed to Dynamite Entertainment. A sum of over $500,000 is currently in a legal battle during Diamond’s Chapter 11 case. There’s also reports that (new) Diamond, and their new owners Sparkle Pop/Ad Populum, haven’t been great with publishers or stores, charging stores regularly for shipments but not paying publishers, though providing statements for what’s owed.

The move to Lunar is another blow to (new) Diamond and Sparkle Pop/Ad Populum which has seen publishers flocking to other distribution options.

Titles previously on FOC through Diamond Comics Distributors will be offered for release to retailers through Lunar Distribution this week.

Final orders will be accepted through Lunar for these titles set to release on July 9 and 16.

The following titles will be scheduled for these dates with orders through Lunar:

July 9 In Stores
Gargoyles: Demona #1
Space Ghost Jonny Quest Space Quest #2
Red Sonja vs the Army of Darkness #3
Vampirella #3
Zootopia #4

July 16 In Stores
Red Sonja Noir
Space Ghost Annual
The Herculoids #5
ThunderCats #16

Massive Indies Expands with New Publishers and Studios

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Massive Publishing

Massive Publishing has announced the expansion of its Massive Indies program, now welcoming a new wave of independent publishers and studios into its growing network. This expansion marks a major milestone for the program, which continues to redefine how indie comics reach comic book shops nationwide. While no specific publishers were announced, they will be revealed over the next few weeks with the initial wave being announced in Massive’s July solicitations for on sale in September.

Designed to empower small and midsize publishers, Massive Indies provides direct market access through Massive’s partnership with Lunar Distribution, as well as marketing support—while allowing creators and studios to retain full creative control. With this new phase, Massive reaffirms its commitment to the program and opens its doors to more partners than ever before.

The expanded program comes with a streamlined onboarding process and newly reduced pricing, designed to lower barriers for publishers looking to scale and give relief to publishers impacted by the Diamond Comic Distributor bankruptcy. Applications are now open and the Massive Indies team will be contacting previous applicants who were not part of the initial wave of publishers. 

Interested publishers are encouraged to apply via http://www.massiveindies.com

Rebellion Publishing announce a distribution deal with Lunar Distribution

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Rebellion and Lunar Distribution

Rebellion Publishing, the home of 2000 AD and The Treasury of British Comics, have agreed to a non-exclusive deal with Lunar Distribution to distribute its publications to the comic book Direct Market. This partnerships unites Rebellion’s extensive back-catalogue of classic and modern comics with Lunar’s extensive distribution network. 

The new partnership means that across the Summer, Rebellion will be sharing their core backlist with Lunar retailers for the first time.

Starting with June’s edition of the Lunar Catalogue, Rebellion products will be available for Lunar retailers for shipping in August 2025. This makes it easy for retailers around the world to add The Galaxy’s Greatest Comics to their monthly purchases, and share characters including Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, The Trigan Empire and more with an international readership.

The initial line-up of titles available includes all six volumes of the bestselling Best of 2000 AD series, titles from the new reader-friendly Essential line, including Essential Judge Dredd and Essential Judge Anderson, as well as the Eisner-Winning book I Am The Law: How Judge Dredd Predicted The Future by Michael Molcher. 

 Rebellion titles will first be available at part of the June Lunar Catalogue, and monthly afterwards.

TITLES AVAILABLE VIA LUNAR DISTRIBUTION IN AUGUST

  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 1
  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 2
  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 3
  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 4
  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 5
  • The Best of 2000 AD: Volume 6
  • Essential Judge Dredd: Dredd Vs Death
  • Essential Judge Dredd: The Apocalypse War
  • Essential Judge Anderson: Shamballa
  • Essential Judge Anderson: Satan
  • Essential Judge Anderson: Childhood’s End
  • The Best of John Wagner’s Judge Dredd
  • I Am The Law: How Judge Dredd Predicted the Future

UDON joins Simon & Schuster for Book Market Distribution

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UDON Entertainment

UDON Entertainment has announced that it has entered into a new book market distribution agreement with Simon & Schuster, one of the world’s premier publishers and distributors of books. This deal is effective April 1st, 2025, and marks UDON’s departure from its previous book market distribution arrangement with Diamond Book Distributors.

UDON Entertainment is one of the world’s leading publishers of officially licensed art books, manga, and comic books, specializing in video game and anime materials and classic and unique manga titles.

Retailers and readers can expect a seamless transition, with Simon & Schuster handling new releases and backlist titles for all UDON books for the book trade worldwide (where licenses permit). Retailers can place orders for new titles and backlist items through Simon & Schuster starting today. For comic book specialty retailers, aka the Direct Market, UDON Entertainment titles will also be available through Lunar Distribution, Universal Distribution, and Diamond Comics Distribution. For customers, all pre-orders through your favorite retail outlets should be filled as normal.

Titan Comics reaches a distribution deal with Lunar Distribution

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Titan Comics and Lunar Distribution

Titan Comics has announced a non-exclusive agreement with Lunar Distribution to distribute its publications and merchandise to the comic book Direct Market. The new partnership is in addition to Titan’s existing relationship with Diamond Comic Distributors. Titan’s products will go live with Lunar on March 21, for product shipping in June 2025.

Titan’s debut solicits with Lunar Distribution include two brand-new launches: Everyone’s favorite fiery redheaded heroine, Dahlia Racers, is back in the new Gun Honey spin-off series, Heat Seeker Exposed, and Kong battles monsters in Return To Skull Island. Plus, a new ARC begins for Conan The Barbarian!

Heavy Metal and Devil’s Due join Massive’s Indie Distribution Partnership with Lunar Distribution

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Massive Publishing

In February, Massive Publishing announced a new deal with Lunar Distribution called Massive Indies. Massive Indies is a sub-distribution program aimed at helping independent publishers and self-published studios get their books onto comic shop shelves worldwide. It has been announced that Heavy Metal Magazine and Devil’s Due Studios are the first two publishers to take advantage of this new program.

Heavy Metal recently relaunched with a Kickstarter raising nearly $800,000.

Massive Indies is an open platform for submitting titles for inclusion in the Massive Indies solicitations within the Lunar catalog. Unlike traditional imprint models, this sub-distribution approach enables each publisher or studio to retain its autonomy and control over their publishing lines.

Rocketship Entertainment signs with Lunar Distribution to service the Direct Market and hires a new VP of Sales and Marketing

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Rocketship Entertainment

Rocketship Entertainment has announced that it has signed with Lunar Distribution to distribute to direct market comic book shops.

To further efforts across both specialty and mass markets, Rocketship has hired Danielle Garre as VP of Sales and Marketing. Garre joins Rocketship with decades of entertainment experience, most recently as VP of digital for NBC Late Night, including Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Saturday Night Live, and SVP of digital for Comedy Central.

Garre will lead sales across all channels for Rocketship, its young readers imprint Bottlerocket!, and T-Minus 10 Games.

Rocketship continues to be distributed to the book market worldwide through Simon & Schuster.

Archie Comics adds Lunar Distribution as an option

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Archie Comics

Archie Comics has signed a deal with Lunar Distribution to distribute its publications to the comic book Direct Market. The new partnership is in addition to Archie’s existing relationship with Diamond Comic Distributors. Archie titles will go live with Lunar on March 21, for product shipping in May.

The move is a response to Diamond’s declaration of Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January. In a letter to retailers sent this week, Archie said, “While we value our decades-long partnership with Diamond, and sincerely hope that they pull through this in time, we’ve also been fielding questions, and requests for an alternate distribution channel.”  

While comic shops can continue ordering Archie products from Diamond, all Archie single issues, digests, and graphic novels will be available from Lunar, as well. Retailers who have questions about stocking Archie Comics titles can reach out at info@archiecomics.com.

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