The moon is high, the mists are settling, and the season for spine-chilling stories is upon us! We’re getting in the Halloween mood on the latest episode of the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast, as Molch-R and special guest Rosie Knight discuss the horrific, the monstrous, and the terrifying (and we’re not talking about Molch-R’s beard!), giving you the best recommendations for comics books about things that go bump in the night, specifically the most chilling 2000 AD collections but also our top tips for thrillers far and wide.
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The titles Molch-R and Rosie recommend in this episode are:
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Get ready to scream – due to unprecedented demand, the sold-out complete collection of ’80s horror comic Scream! is to be reprinted in time for Christmas.
Celebrating 40 years since IPC launched the UK’s most iconic ‘horror’ anthology, this wonderfully horrifying single volume collects all of the strips included in the 15-issue run of Scream!.
All copies of the hardcover collection sold out before it was due to hit shelves in May this year, but thanks to overwhelming popular demand a reprint is now its way and will arrive in the 2000 AD and Treasury of British Comics webshops and all good retailers in late November.
Produced ‘from the depths’ of King’s Reach Tower by the mysterious ‘undead’ editor Ghastly McNasty, the first issue of Scream! was unleashed in March 1984. More tongue-in-cheek than horrific, the comic was an immediate hit with younger fans as it included a pair of fake vampire fangs attached to the cover and a number of fantastic new strips from such legendary talents as Alan Moore, John Wagner, Jose Ortiz, Cam Kennedy, Tom Tully, Alan Grant and Eric Bradbury.
The celebratory hardcover collection of the entire original run includes every single strip published in issues 1-15, making this an absolute must-have for fans of classic horror and thriller comics. The original print run sold out before its publication date in May and fans have been eagerly hoping for a reprint.
Rebellion’s senior graphic novels editor Keith Richardson said: “Scream! was such an iconic and beloved title, so it was gratifying to see just how many people remember it and wanted to revisit its incredible stories. We’ve had so many requests to reprint the hardcover edition and I’m delighted that bring such a sumptuous collection to even more people.”
The stories included in this collection:
‘The Dracula File’ – writers: Gerry-Finley Day, Simon Furman, artist: Eric Bradbury
‘Fiends and Neighbours’ – artist: Graham Allen
‘Tales From the Grave’ – writers: Tom Tully, Ian Rimmer, Scott Goodall, artist: Jim Watson
‘Library of Death’ – writers: Barrie Tomlinson, James Nicholas, Angus Allan, artists: Cam Kennedy, Ron Smith, John Cooper, Brendan McCarthy, Mike Dorey, Steve Dillon
‘Monster’ – writers: Alan Moore, John Wagner, artists: Henzil, Jesus Redondo
‘The Nightcomers’ – writer: Tom Tully, artist: John Richardson
‘Terror of the Cats’ – writer: Simon Furman, artists: Gonzalez, John Richardson
‘The Thirteenth Floor’ – writers: John Wagner, Alan Grant, artist: Jose Ortiz
‘A Ghastly Tale’ – artists: Mike Western, Mike Dorey, Jose Casanovas Sr
Get up to 50% off the most disturbing and unsettling horror comics has to offer with the 2000 AD and Treasury of British Comics sale!
Now that spine-chilling season is here, stock up on reads for Hallowe’en with the very best in horror graphic novels, from classics such as Alan Moore and Heinzl’s old school Monster, John Smith and Edmund Bagwell’s hoodie horror Cradlegrave, sinister AI caretaker Max in John Wagner, Alan Grant and José Ortiz’s The Thirteenth Floor, modern classic Thistlebone by TC Eglington and Simon Davis, and more from comics masters such as Grant Morrison, Mark Millar, Al Ewing and Gordon Rennie.
“True Detective in space, if True Detective was written by Philip K. Dick and fascinated by class struggle and labor issues while something ominously big — as in, disappearing planets, big — happens in the far reaches of space… feels like the promises of both Ridley Scott’s Alien and Prometheus fulfilled in ways he couldn’t have imagined” – The Hollywood Reporter
One of 2000 AD‘s most original and critically-acclaimed series, take a step into the brink of existence and madness with Dan Abnett and INJ Culbard‘s slowburn sci-fi horror series – available now in five stunning collections.
Earth has been abandoned, environmental collapse and industrial overload forcing mankind to evacuate the planet. Millions are now housed in floating habitats, the human race crammed into artificial worlds, living off synth food and nudge drugs to numb the anxiety of this crowded world on the edge of extinction. These pressure-cooker environments are hotbeds for crime and madness, policed by private security firms. When a routine drug bust goes wrong, no-nonsense Investigator Bridget Kurtis finds herself in a life or death struggle with a new sect of cultists. But evidence begins to point to something far more sinister going on behind the scenes…
Acclaimed by critics and fans alike, Abnett and Culbard have produced a series as full of tension, anxiety and mystery as the orbiting habitats mankind now calls home. A classic in the making, it’s not too late to jump onboard with one of comics’ greatest slowburn series…
And if Hogwarts is the posh magical school, where do the comprehensive pupils go? We gain an education in conjuration with Lowborn High writer David Barnett and artist Mike Walters, talking about the all-ages series that’s getting its first collection.
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If you’re wanting to experience Chill-Power Overload this Halloween, 2000 AD have you covered, with a range of horrifying comics designed to get you hiding behind the sofa this October!
From the unsettling unease of Thistlebone though to the elevated horror of The Thirteenth Floor: The Return of Max, we have horror stories for every occasion! Whether you’re looking for supernatural suspense, ghoulish ghost stories, vampiric vignettes or something more down to Earth – and all the more horrifying for it – check out our list for some spine-tingling suggestions guaranteed to get you in the Halloween spirit!
And for even more suggestions as we approach The Midnight Hour, don’t miss our video on six 2000 AD comics every horror fan should read – all of which are available from our webshop and apps!
From the deepest, darkest recesses of the Nerve Centre vaults, the eerie alien editor of 2000 AD known as Tharg the Mighty presents the creepiest tales to ever grace the pages of the galaxy’s greatest Comic!
This fear-filled anthology introduces one-off stories full of ghosts, demons, mutants and killers and is thick with atmosphere, dark humour and mind-blowing twists. Written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in the comic book industry, this collection features strips by Mark Millar, Al Ewing, Simon Spurrier, Chris Weston, Richard Elson and Eric Bradbury amongst others.
Elevated Horror! Max, the A.I. superintendent of Maxwell Towers has found a kindred soul in one of his residents, a young, disturbed boy call Sam Bowers. Together they work to rid the building of all the ne’er do wells who lurk in the dark corridors of the block, luring them to the dreaded thirteenth floor. But this power has started to corrupt Sam, surprising even Max – and their activities have not gone unnoticed, as WPC Hester Benedict becomes more aware of the sinister events taking place at the building.
Okay, so it may not technically be a Tharg production, but no Halloween is complete without Misty!
In 1978 British comics were changed forever with the release of the classic cult horror comic for girls. Masterminded by Pat Mills, the original editor of 2000 AD, this weekly comic featured the best comics talent working on haunting, terrifying tales. From high 70s glamour to chilling stories that have haunted readers for decades, this Essential Collection curates the creepiest, campest Misty serials and short stories alongside critical essays, in a volume perfect for readers old and new.
After serving eight months at a Young Offenders Institution for arson, Shane Holt returns to his home on the Ravenglade Estate during a long, hot summer. Plagued by the ASBO generation, the estate has seen its fair share of problems but nothing comes close to the horror that lurks within Ted and Mary’s council home… From the extraordinary mind of John Smith (Devlin Waugh, Indigo Prime) with art by Edmund Bagwell (Tharg’s Future Shocks), this contemporary urban horror is guaranteed to deliver the chills!
Vatican exorcist, freelance paranormal investigator and altogether dashing rogue, Devlin Waugh is in the business of getting up close and extremely personal with the occult! This time he’ll have to rescue his debtor brother Freddy from a casino suspended over an unending interdimensional void, save Brit-Cit from a plague of mutagenic nightmare spores, and befriend a possessed demonic dildo, all while negotiating boyfriends ex- and current…
In March 2014, British comics lost one of its most creative and distinct voices in the form of Steve Moore. Inventor of the Future Shock, Steve created many other memorable comic book characters, including Axel Pressbutton and the psychotic Dalek killer, Abslom Daak and worked on such landmark publications as Sounds, Warrior and the Fortean Times. This collection features the highly-regarded fantasy series Tales of Telguuth which Moore developed and wrote for 2000 AD.
Midsommar meets The Wicker Man in this break-out original folk-horror series from the pages of 2000 AD! England, 2019. The secluded rural village of Harrowvale holds a dark past. Avril Eason escaped a cult that worshipped an ancient deity called THISTLEBONE – but can she ever truly escape the evil that stalks the woods? Presented in a large format hardcover edition showcasing the lush fully-painted colour artwork by world-renowned painter Simon Davis (Sláine), this first volume in an all-new series is a great jumping on point.
What do monsters eat when they’re not feasting on us? A brand new horror comedy series satirising zero-hour contract capitalism is coming to 2000 AD.
Portals & Black Goo is a new seven-part series from John Tomlinson (Judge Dredd) and Eoin Coveney (The Alienist), beginning in 2000 AD Prog 2340 – out on 12 July from all good newsagents, comic book stores, and the 2000 AD webshop and apps.
In a world where monsters live amongst us, what happens when they get a little snacky? Devouroo specialises in the particular foodstuffs specially suited to their clientele – vampires, werewolves, and demons. All they have to do is order through the special app, orders broadcast through eldritch resonances that generate temporary portals large enough for a bike – so it’s one for pickup, one for delivery.
And when the job market is more perilous than ever, you’ll take any job that comes along!
Kroy Plemons is a Devouroo delivery driver, who has to overcome the obstacles and perils of working the kind of zero-hours shift that can often be … lethal to his own health. From bags of fresh plasma for vampires, bloody bones for djinn and steaming viscera for werewolves, Kroy delivers it from the back of his moped – all while dealing with a haemoglobin-intolerant vegan vampire, a self-styled vampire hunter, claim-jumping delivery riders from rival service DaHunga and so much more!
Portals & Black Goo is the SF horror strip with a streak of mordant humour, incorporating a cast of hunger-maddened night creatures as predators and misfits of ancient legend struggle to integrate with a tech-driven post-modern world.
Influenced by classic British characters such as Cursitor Doom, as well as modern films like Attack the Block and Shaun of the Dead, Tomlinson, Coveney, colourist Jim Boswell, and letterer Simon Bowland have crafted a contemporary horror comedy with real bite!
Matt Smith, editor of 2000 AD said: “I thought John’s pitch was very interesting, combining comedy-horror with social satire of the zero-contract culture and the prejudice a section of the populace can face, and Eoin has brought the creatures to life wonderfully, giving them real character.”
John Tomlinson said: “I wanted to combine SF and horror in a familiar urban setting, and it all came together one night when a confused Deliveroo rider stopped me for directions after his phone conked out. Walking home after, it struck me that they must have to deliver to some pretty scary places and people. Later I scribbled down the line ‘Hungry Horrors: food delivery for children of the night. Charnel@£1.99!’ The basic series premise for Portals & Black Goo soon followed.
“I’ve always thought that the best comics artists are also actors, and Eoin has really brought the characters to life. Enhanced by Jim Boswell’s suitably creepy colours he’s done an amazing job – the characters and settings are very ‘real’, thus making the fantastical elements more convincing. I couldn’t be happier with the finished result.”
Eoin Coveney said: “After several read throughs of John’s script, I was struck by the sensibility; an intriguing combination of horror, comedy (I laughed out loud on several occasions!) and the simple drudgery of making one’s way in a big city.
“Big cities at night are quite intimidating, I think. The smells of rubbish and traffic fumes along with the constant noise create quite an unnerving atmosphere and I strove to capture that.
Inner cities in particular have really odd and sometimes surreal landscapes- those narrow dark alleys with lots of old drain pipes, spiked fences and piles of all kinds of strange rubbish are really atmospheric and spooky.
“I must also pay tribute to Jim’s fantastic colouring. I knew I had to use quite a bit of spot blacks to sell the nighttime atmosphere but was slightly concerned that a colourist might use muddy colours which could obscure some of the linework. Jim fed me some details as he worked through it and I was so impressed and happy with his work. I’m excited to see it in print and also to hear what the readers think!”
Grab this issue and more from your local comics shop or newsagent – find your nearest stockist with the 2000 AD storefinder at 2000AD.com/store-finder or locate your local comic book shop at ComicShopLocator.com.
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Not even hiding behind the sofa will protect you this Halloween – pre-order The Best of Tharg’s Terror Tales now!
From the deepest, darkest recesses of the Nerve Centre vaults, the eerie alien editor of 2000 AD known as Tharg the Mighty presents the creepiest tales to ever grace the pages of the galaxy’s greatest Comic!
This fear-filled anthology introduces one-off stories full of ghosts, demons, mutants and killers and is thick with atmosphere, dark humour and mind-blowing twists.
Written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in the comic book industry, this collection features strips by Mark Millar, Al Ewing, Simon Spurrier, Chris Weston, Richard Elson and Eric Bradbury amongst others.
Out on 12 October, pre-order now in time for spooky season this October – but make sure all your doors and windows are locked before unleashing the multiple faces of horror!
Looking for comics to chill the blood and trouble the soul this Halloween? Well, look no further!
2000 AD has been doing elevated horror for decades, giving you tales about real people in terrifying situations, as well as some more outlandish stories featuring everything from bodybuilding British exorcists to vampire-werewolf liaisons and everything in between.
If you’re looking for spooky reads this Halloween season, check out our video on six 2000 AD comics every horror fan should read – all available from our webshop and apps!
After serving eight months at a Young Offenders Institution for arson, Shane Holt returns to his home on the Ravenglade Estate during a long, hot summer. Plagued by the ASBO generation, the estate has seen its fair share of problems but nothing comes close to the horror that lurks within Ted and Mary’s council home… From the extraordinary mind of John Smith (Devlin Waugh, Indigo Prime) with art by Edmund Bagwell (Tharg’s Future Shocks), this contemporary urban horror is guaranteed to deliver the chills!
Longbarrow Maximum Security prison has been many things over the centuries – a Roman fort, a Victorian asylum, and now the site of a gateway to another world. David Sorrell has been imprisoned for the murder of his wife and her lover, sentenced to twenty years in one of the country’s most forbidding jails. But when a strange infection starts warping the inmates into hideous creatures, life behind bars suddenly becomes a desperate struggle for survival! Written by Ian Edginton (Scarlet Traces) with art by Simon Davis (Sinister Dexter), Stone Island is modern horror at its bloody best!
Vatican exorcist, freelance paranormal investigator and altogether dashing rogue, Devlin Waugh is in the business of getting up close and extremely personal with the occult! This time he’ll have to rescue his debtor brother Freddy from a casino suspended over an unending interdimensional void, save Brit-Cit from a plague of mutagenic nightmare spores, and befriend a possessed demonic dildo, all while negotiating boyfriends ex- and current…
In March 2014, British comics lost one of its most creative and distinct voices in the form of Steve Moore. Inventor of the Future Shock, Steve created many other memorable comic book characters, including Axel Pressbutton and the psychotic Dalek killer, Abslom Daak and worked on such landmark publications as Sounds, Warrior and the Fortean Times. This collection features the highly-regarded fantasy series Tales of Telguuth which Moore developed and wrote for 2000 AD.
Ever wondered what makes cthulhu cower, nosferatu’s knees knock or satan to shake uncontrollably? Tharg the Mighty presents tales so frightening – so outrageously scary, they should come with a health warning . . . Including blood-soaked romance A Love Like Blood and Necronauts, where Harry Houdini, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Charles Fort and H.P. Lovecraft team up to prevent a malevolent force from enslaving mankind! This fear-filled treat features the fantastic artwork of ‘Freaky’ Frazer Irving, with stories by ‘Growling’ Gordon Rennie and ‘Jittery’ John Smith.
Midsommar meets The Wicker Man in this break-out original folk-horror series from the pages of 2000 AD! England, 2019. The secluded rural village of Harrowvale holds a dark past. Avril Eason escaped a cult that worshipped an ancient deity called THISTLEBONE – but can she ever truly escape the evil that stalks the woods? Presented in a large format hardcover edition showcasing the lush fully-painted colour artwork by world-renowned painter Simon Davis (Sláine), this first volume in an all-new series is a great jumping on point.
