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Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Sparks Back to Life in New Black & White Edition

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Skybound Entertainment and Universal Products & Experiences have announced the remastered release of Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 (of 2), the limited comic book series from award-winning artist/writer Michael Walsh. Universal Monsters: Frankenstein brings the cry of “It’s alive!” as Walsh returns to present his jaw-dropping vision of the seminal horror classic remastered in stunning black & white this October.   

Originally released as a four-issue limited series, this two-issue double feature tells the shocking story behind one of the body parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film.  

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein follows Dr. Henry Frankenstein as he begins his unholy quest to create life by robbing the grave of a decorated police officer to find necessary parts, specifically a strong pair of hands. But little does he know that the corpse has a son who is mourning a father – and that this young boy will forever change Frankenstein’s life. 

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special #1 (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, October 14, 2026. 

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special #1 Cover A by Michael Walsh 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special #1 Cover B by Mark Chiarello  

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein 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 11, 2026. 

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special #2 Cover A by Michael Walsh
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special #2 Cover B by A.L. Kaplan

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein is a solid take and spin on the classic film

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A MODERN-DAY HORROR VISIONARY RESURRECTS ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC MONSTERS!

Award-winning creator Michael Walsh (The Silver Coin) presents a jaw-dropping new vision of the seminal horror classic. This deluxe hardcover tells the shocking creation story of the unforgettable monster in the original film—one body part at a time.

Dr. Henry Frankenstein begins his unholy quest to create life by robbing the grave of a decorated police officer to find necessary parts. But little does he know that the corpse has a son who is mourning a father – and that this young boy will forever change Frankenstein’s life.

Collects Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1-4.

Story: Michael Walsh
Art: Michael Walsh
Color: Toni-Marie Griffin
Letterer: Becca Carey

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Gift Guide: Skybound’s Universal Monsters line expands with Frankenstein and The Mummy!

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Wondering what to get that fan of the classic Universal Monsters for the holidays? Skybound has been releasing new comics based on the classic characters and two recently released series have been collected!

Check out what’s available and you can order them for the holidays!

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein
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Universal Monsters: The Mummy
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Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Get a look at Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4, the final chapter of the limited series!

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed a stacked slate of variant covers and interior pages from Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4, the final issue of the four-issue limited comic book series from award-winning artist/writer Michael Walsh and colorist Toni-Marie Griffin. The finale of the fan-favorite series hits comic book shops November 27, 2024. 

Comics superstar Michael Walsh resurrects one of the most iconic monsters of all time in a jaw-dropping, re-imagining of the horror hit. Readers can expect each issue of the limited series to tell the shocking story behind one of the corpse parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film. 

In this fourth issue, Walsh unleashes the final confrontation between Frankenstein and his creation! But who is the real monster? 

In addition to the main cover by Michael Walsh, Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 boasts a variant cover lineup from top artists including Jenny Frison, Stephanie Pepper, Maria Wolf and Mike Spicer, as well as the conclusion of a four-part connecting cover series by Francesco Francavilla. 

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover A by Michael Walsh (Lunar Code: 0924IM419) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover B by Jenny Frison (Lunar Code: 0924IM420) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover C (1:10 Connecting) by Francesco Francavilla (Lunar Code: 0924IM421) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Jenny Frison (Lunar Code: 0924IM422) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Stephanie Pepper (Lunar Code: 0924IM423) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #4 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Maria Wolf & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0924IM424) 

The Heart of a Lover: Your First Look at Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed a stacked slate of variant covers and interior pages from Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3, the next issue of the four-issue limited comic book series from award-winning artist/writer Michael Walsh and colorist Toni-Marie Griffin. This penultimate installment of the new horror classic hits comic book shops October 23, 2024. 

Comics superstar Michael Walsh resurrects one of the most iconic monsters of all time in a jaw-dropping, re-imagining of the horror hit. Readers can expect each issue of the limited series to tell the shocking story behind one of the corpse parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film. 

In this third issue, Elizabeth Lavenza discovers the truth about her fiancée Dr. Henry Frankenstein–and his true intentions– after presenting him with the one gift he desires. But is it too late to save those she loves? 

In addition to the main cover by Michael Walsh, Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 boasts a variant cover lineup from top artists including Julian Totino Tedesco, Reiko Murakami, and Chris Stevens, as well as the third of a four-part connecting cover series by Francesco Francavilla. 

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 (of 4)

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover A by Michael Walsh (Lunar Code 0824IM453) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover B by Julian Totino Tedesco (Lunar Code 0824IM454) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover C (1:10 Connecting) by Francesco Francavilla (Lunar Code 0824IM455) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Julian Totino Tedesco (Lunar Code 0824IM456) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Reiko Murakami (Lunar Code 0824IM457) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #3 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Chris Stevens (Lunar Code 0824IM458)  

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Zero Hour 30th Anniversary Special #1

It was new comic book day yesterday. What’d you all like? Dislike? Sound off in the comments below. While you think about that, here’s some comic news and reviews from around the web to start the day.

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Preview: Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 (of 4)

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Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 (of 4)

(W) Michael Walsh (A/CA) Michael Walsh
In Shops: Aug 28, 2024
SRP: $4.99

Mini-Series Premiere. A modern-day horror visionary resurrects one of the most iconic monsters. Award-winning creator Michael Walsh (The Silver Coin) presents an electrifying new vision of the horror classic. Each issue of the limited series tells the shocking story behind one of the body parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film. In this first issue, Dr. Henry Frankenstein begins his unholy quest to create life by robbing the grave of a decorated police officer. But little does he know that the corpse has a son who is mourning a father-and that this young boy will forever change Frankenstein’s life.

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 (of 4)

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Sesame Street #1

Wednesdays are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

Aliens vs. Avengers #1 (Marvel) – Really the title says it all.

Archie: The Decision (Archie Comics) – Betty or Veronica? We finally find out!

BRZRKR: The Lost Book of B #1 (BOOM! Studios) – The latest story of B has him the 13th Century and serving as the ultimate weapon of the legendary Ghenghis Khan!

Convert #1 (Image Comics) – A science officer is stranded on a distant planet and makes an astonishing discovery. We want to see what that is!

Eye Lie Popeye #1 (Massive Publishing) – Popeye goes manga!

Life #1 (DSTLRY) – Stephanie Phillips and Brian Azzarello are writing this comic which is a flip book and features the art of Lee Loughridge and Danijel Zeselj.

Nice House By the Sea #2 (DC Comics/DC Black Label) – It’s another group whisked away during the apocalypse by an alien, except they’re in on the situation. It’s similar to the first volume but like a new season of Real World, a whole new group of personalities.

Recognized (Good Trouble Productions) – An anthology series that celebrates LGBTQ+ heroes like Alain Locke, Sylvia Rivera, Bayard Rustin, and Larry Kramer, with contributions from top comic creators.

Register (Good Trouble Productions) – A captivating journey through American constitutional amendments, focusing on the 26th and 15th.

Sesame Street #1 (Oni Press) – A new series featuring the Sesame Street gang for all ages! Grover wakes up to another beautiful day on Sesame Street! But he soon discovers that his friends each have a problem to solve before they can enjoy it.

Universal Monsters’ Frankenstein #1 (Image Comics/Skybound) – Skybound’s line of Universal Monsters comics have been great so far so we’re hooked to see what they can do with the classic Frankenstein.

Get a look at Skybound and Michael Walsh’s Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed a stacked slate of variant covers and interior pages from Universal Monsters: Frankenstein, a new four-issue limited comic book series from award-winning artist/writer Michael Walsh.  

Longtime fans of the iconic 1931 Frankenstein film and new fans alike can expect to be completely enthralled by this new horror classic when issue #1 hits comic book shops on August 28, 2024.  

Comics superstar Michael Walsh resurrects one of the most iconic monsters of all time in a jaw-dropping, re-imagining of the horror hit. Readers can expect each issue of the limited series to tell the shocking story behind one of the corpse parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film. 

In this first issue, Dr. Henry Frankenstein begins his unholy quest to create life by robbing the grave of a decorated police officer to find necessary parts, specifically a strong pair of hands. But little does he know that the corpse has a son who is mourning a father – and that this young boy will forever change Frankenstein’s life. 

In addition to the main cover by Michael Walsh, Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 boasts a variant cover lineup from top artists including Joshua Middleton, David Talaski, and Christian Ward, as well as the first of a four-part connecting cover series by Francesco Francavilla and a blank sketch cover. 

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover A by Michael Walsh (Lunar Code 0624IM238) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover B by Joshua Middleton (Lunar Code 0624IM239) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover C (1:10 Connecting) by Francesco Francavilla (Lunar Code 0624IM240) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Joshua Middleton (Lunar Code 0624IM241) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by David Talaski (Lunar Code 0624IM242) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Christian Ward (Lunar Code 0624IM243) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover G (1:100 Foil) by Christian Ward (Lunar Code 0624IM244) 
  • Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 Cover H Blank Sketch Cover (Lunar Code 0624IM245) 

Michael Walsh Resurrects One of the Most Iconic Monsters of All-Time In Universal Monsters: Frankenstein

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Skybound Entertainment, and Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences, have announced Universal Monsters: Frankenstein, a new four-issue limited comic book series from award-winning artist/writer Michael Walsh. Longtime fans of the iconic Frankenstein story and new fans alike can expect to be completely enthralled by this new horror classic when issue #1 hits comic book shops on August 28, 2024.  

Comics superstar Michael Walsh resurrects one of the most iconic monsters of all time in a jaw-dropping, re-imagining of the seminal horror classic. Readers can expect each issue of the limited series to tell the shocking story behind one of the body parts used to create the unforgettable monster in the original film.

In this first issue, Dr. Henry Frankenstein begins his unholy quest to create life by robbing the grave of a decorated police officer to find necessary parts, specifically a strong pair of hands. But little does he know that the corpse has a son who is mourning a father – and that this young boy will forever change Frankenstein’s life. 

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1 (of 4) (Lunar Code Coming Soon | SRP: $4.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1