Comics
The Worst ‘Peanuts’ Character Was Based on a Real Person (And Even Charles M. Schulz Didn’t Like Her)
But he kept her in the series because she played an important role.
The World’s Dumbest Cover Boy Is on Full Display
We can thank a ’gang of idiots’ for bringing us this slice of Americana.
MeTV Toons Has Acquired ‘Super Friends’
The classic 1973-85 Saturday morning cartoon series featuring the adventures of the Justice League — Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman and others — has been exclusively acquired by MeTV Toons and will soon join their weekday lineup.
13 Creepy & Kooky Facts About ‘The Addams Family’
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re all together ooky and they are celebrating 60 years on TV!
1970s Primetime TV Was Dominated By These Memorable Superheroes
For a generation that grew up watching mostly cartoon variations of their comic book icons, the time was ripe for flesh-and-blood versions.
Lazy, Lasagna Loving Cat Garfield Has Been Entertaining Us Since 1978
Put a birthday candle on a piece of lasagna because it is cartoonist Jim Davis famous comic strips birthday!
NECA Unveils Exclusive ALF, Nosferatu, Flash Gordon, & Predator Action Figures For San Diego Comic-Con
Not going to SDCC? Then score one of these bad boys during NECA’s online presale taking place on June 27–28
Betty Boop Exhibit Coming to Comic-Con Museum This Month
This sounds like so much fun!
Ultimate Trivia: 1970s TV Superheros
Test your superpowers and see how well you remember these classic 1970s TV Shows.
1968 Sci-fi Cult Fav ‘Barbarella’ Reboot Is in the Works
Sydney Sweeney is set to star in the new movie.
Drew Barrymore & Janet Jackson Reveal The Huge Roles They Turned Down
Hint: One is a comic book movie.
These Rare Superhero Comics Can be Worth Big Bucks
Crime doesn’t pay … but fighting crime does! Items dedicated to comic book heroes have hit high-flying prices.
Disney+ Drops Trailer & Teaser Poster for ‘X-Men ’97’
The new Marvel animated series is a revival of the fan-favorite 1992-97 show ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ and picks up where that one ended.
Two-Volume Omnibus Set Will Collect Greatest Marvel/DC Crossovers
From 1976’s Superman vs. the Amazing Spider-Man to 2000s Batman/Daredevil and more, the two comic book companies’ greatest team-ups will be featured.
Popeye, The Spinach-Loving Sailor Turns 95
He is being given an award for helping kids love spinach!
How You Can Meet Elvira in Person!
Get all of the details on how to meet Elvira and other celebs at FanExpo Portland.
‘Superman’ Still Features the Greatest Introduction of a Movie Superhero
Despite the many good Marvel and other DC film titles that have followed in the 45 years since the 1978 Christopher Reeve-led classic kicked off the modern era of superhero movies, nothing beats the hero’s exciting intro here.
New ‘Garfield’ Movie Starring Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson is Coming in 2024
Hide your lasagna, a new Garfield is coming.
Godzilla’s Best Non-Movie ’70s Appearances
In the late 1970s, after the first wave of Godzilla movies ended, there were still plenty of other fun outlets where fans could enjoy the King of the Monsters: toys, models, cartoons, records and even a Marvel Comics series.
‘It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ Celebrates its 57th Anniversary
Find out where you can watch it this year.
The Girl Gangbuster: The Original Batwoman!
The original Batwoman, Kathy Kane, first made her appearance in comics the 1950s.
Betty Boop Made Her Debut On This Day in 1930
Revisit the history of the famous and darling Betty Boop.
Celebrating Popeye the Sailor Man’s 90 Years in Animation!
Toot, Toot! The spinach eating sailor, Popeye, turns 90 (July 14, 2023). Expert Fred M. Grandinetti shares the history of this beloved comic icon and his pals.
The World’s Most Hated Font, Comic Sans, Is Having Its Day
Love it or hate it, we celebrate Comic Sans font today!
Marvel Comics Artist John Romita Sr. Dies at 93
Comic book artist John Romita Sr. died in his sleep. He contributed so much to the world of comics especially Spider-Man.
National Cartoonist Day Was Inspired by “The Yellow Kid”
Celebrate the joy of comic strips and cartoons on National Cartoonist Day!
Al Jaffee MAD Magazine Cartoonist Dead at Age 102
Long time cartoonist for ‘Mad Magazine’ and many other publications has passed away