New Creature Commandos comic book written by actor David Dastmalchian
DC Comics announced a couple of upcoming horror titles—including Creature Commandos and an anthology. Writing for both is David Dastmalchian (who you’ve probably watched on screen a few times).
Godzilla: Surprising facts—like when the Japanese studio said “That’s not Godzilla”
As we near the 70th anniversary for Godzilla, get ready to be mind-blown when these Godzilla facts totally change how you see the King of the Monsters! Including the hilarious time Toho told Hollywood, “That’s not Godzilla!”
James Gunn: Creating CREATURE COMMANDOS “one of the absolute joys of my life.”
The classic monster soldier comic book is getting a show this fall. Info from James Gunn, who wrote the new series—who also shares that it will have ties with the show PEACEMAKER.
13 Rockin’ Robots from Comics
Taking a look at some of the key robot characters from the world of comics—including Robot Monster, Astro Boy, Atomic Robo, the Droids from Star Wars, ROM: Space Knight, and more.
QUIZ: Superhero Secret IDs—How Well Do You Know These Superheroes?
Test your knowledge of these heroic characters from TV, movies, and comics! And find out more about Batman, Elastigirl, Black Panther, Superman, the Bionic Woman, Wolverine, and more!
Remembering Keith Giffen (1952-2023) comic book icon behind Justice League, Rocket Raccoon, Blue Beetle, more
Remembering comic book legend Keith Giffen, who created or co-created characters Rocket Raccoon, Lobo, Ambush Bug, and (the newest) Blue Beetle. He also worked on Legion of Superheroes, Justice League International, and more.
Scooby-Doo and DC Comics: 13 Super Team-ups
Find out about the new movie with Scooby-Doo and Krypto. Also, find more info about Scooby-Doo’s impact on pop culture, the history of Krypto the super dog, and info about more of the many team ups that Scooby-Doo has had with characters in the DC Comics universe…
Blue Devil: Hilarious Horror Comedy Superhero Comic
Horror comedy comic book series Blue Devil starred a reluctant monster superhero who served as a kind of opposite-bookend to the legendary Swamp Thing series written by Alan Moore. “We were lucky to be around during one of those unusual times.”—Blue Devil co-creator Dan Mishkin
Vixen: NYC and other DC Webtoons coming to print
Turns out that “magical powers” are actually a thing, and Mari is next up to wield them. We got more info about the new Vixen series—as well as quotes from the creative team!
Kong and Godzilla fight Justice League in upcoming crossover saga
In the comic book world, it’s always a cool thing to see worlds collide. Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong sees DC Comics’ biggest heroes meet up with the two giant monsters.
Nalo Hopkinson on House of Whispers: “I represent a lot to people who didn’t think they could do what I’m doing.”
Looking at Nalo Hopkinson’s comic book series House of Whispers. Find out more about the series, how it fits into the bigger Sandman picture, and how Hopkinson’s unique background as an author made her the ideal writer for the series.
Military Monsters ‘Creature Commandos’ returning in new TV show, new comic book
The classic war series is getting a relaunch onscreen and a new comic book. Got some info here about the relaunching of DC Comics adaptations, as well as the comic book origins. (Plus some details of what else is on the way from DCU.)
Multiverse Fiction: 22 Diverting Examples of Parallel Universe Stories
Lately, there have been lots of references to alternate realities in pop culture, including the Oscar-winning movie Everything Everywhere All At Once. Interested in exploring some of these examples? In the list below were going to look over several cases, ranging from literature, TV, movies, and more.
Star Trek star Michael Dorn is writing a comic book starring STEEL
DC Comics has announced some big changes coming to their lineup of comic book series. One big piece of news is that Star Trek veteran Michael Dorn is writing a new comic book starring Black superhero John Henry Irons, who is a tech genius armored up as Steel.
17 Monster Comic Book Posts of 2022
A look back at our most popular comics-related monster posts from the past year. As we enter 2023, see a list of popular comic-book-related articles, including posts about comics as well as adaptations into other media…
Batman + The Flash vs Phantom Killer (1979)
Sometimes, Batman’s team-up book would include horror and/or supernatural comics guests. However, we’re talking now about guest The Flash dealing with a ghostly killer…
Top 13 Frankenstein posts of 2022
The novel Frankenstein continues to inspire stories—and debates—about science and humanity. Monster Complex is a big fan of Frankenstein’s Monster. We have several articles that have been posted. Here are 13 worth checking out…
Doctor Fate: His History Before Black Adam
In the upcoming Black Adam movie, DC Comics’ legendary magic character Doctor Fate promises to be an important figure in the film. Find out info about this intriguing character…
26 Swamp Monsters from Myths, Comics, X-Files, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more
There are swamp monsters at more than one comic book company—and, as you’ll see in this list, there are other sources involved, including mythology and TV…
Neil Gaiman & Company: Complete Books of Magic series
One can look at Timothy and say, “Wow, he looks like Harry Potter,” but the fact is that Harry Potter looks like him. Books of Magic’s hero debuted seven years before Harry Potter.