If thats thinking too big, maybe swamp thing will appear on another dc universe show, like doom patrol or titans. When soule needs to present a massive exposition dump, the end result could have been mind numbing but instead he shows how well it can actually work. Cleverly, seeley uses fire to connect not only briar and her misspent youth, but also swamp things origin when he was transformed from alec holland to the swamp creature. Theres some good tension and scares as well but its not quite an outright horror either. Swamp thing john bolton dc comics art, michael art.
Alan moore took the swamp thing to new heights in the 1980s with his unique narrative approach. Scott snyder and yanick paquette have really found a way to balance moores stamp on the book with t heir own take of swamp thing in the modern world. Swamp thing 1982 2nd series comic books mycomicshop. In dc comics swamp thing, among the parliament of trees is a former.
The cancelation of swamp thing remains one of the worst crimes ever perpetrated in the realm of comic book adaptations, but crisis nearly brought alec holland back for a meeting with john constantine. Plus, garland also has somewhat of a history in the comic book realm. We read comic books year in and out to experience something this euphoric just once. Because rising in his place is the swamp thing, a creature made of vegetation thats absorbed alec hollands memories, personalityand grief. Now streamingdc universes swamp thing is not a superhero. It blends horror, drama, suspense, comic book lore, technical achievements, and an. John gives swamp thing a truncated explanation of the multiverse, and then introduces him to the monitors successor, alexander luthor. The show has already proven itself to be wholly unique in the comic book landscape. Comics characters that has always ventured further into the realm of horror than. Swamp thing almost got a solo film within dcs animated space. In this volume, alan moore and company set swamp thing against a toxic waste swilling wino, aquatic vampries, a were wolf, and zombies, all the while learning new things about himself and getting led around the nose by john constantine. The 100 most influential pages in comic book history vulture.
The house of mystery is a fictional house in comic books published by the american company dc comics. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Pinas work on swamp thing is just as good as his other contributions on the title to date. In fact, in book 5, swamp thing faces off with batman. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman. The fictional character the swamp thing has appeared in five american comic book series to date, including several specials, and has crossed over into other dc comics titles. Beings and creatures from various time periods fill the city.
Swamp thing sneaks aboard a train to the louisiana swamp where he was born. The saga of the swamp thing was the first mainstream comic book series to completely abandon the comics code authority cca. Saga of the swamp thing, volume 1 by alan moore, various. In the early 1980s, the swamp thing was revived in a series entitled the saga of the swamp thing with writer martin pasko leading the charge. Swamp things real problem theres not enough swamp thing. With swamp things new liveaction series airing on dc universe, here are all the best comic book stories starring the elemental superhero. Manthing explained in a minute comic book university. Keeping in the realm of classic swamp thing, the two are dealing with elemental forces, much like the green, the rot and the red. The green is a fictional powerful force in comic books published by the american company dc comics. The monstrous swamp thing can control every iota of plant life on this planet, from the fungus on stale bread to forests of towering oaks. Jul 14, 2019 swamp thing s real problem theres not enough swamp thing as swamp thing approaches its finale, the series has featured its title character less and less while spending more time with the supporting cast. Saga of the swamp thing book one by alan moore bookidote. The floronic man makes a shocking revelation regarding swamp.
When charles soule took over dc comics swamp thing in april of 20. This was the case for horror maestro wes craven when he was asked to direct the adaptation of popular dc comic book character swamp thing. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. His deconstruction of the classic monster stretched the creative boundaries of the medium and became one of the most spectacular series in comic book history. Swamp thing was created by len wein and berni wrightson. Vertigo was an imprint of the american comic book publisher dc comics. The series found immense popularity upon its 1970s debut and during the midlate 1980s under alan moore, stephen bissette, and john totleben. The bronze age omnibus dc, 2017 series 2017 in swamp thing. We offer modern, bronze age, silver age, and golden age comics. Swamp thing john bolton dc comics art, michael art, comic art.
Saga of the swamp thing book 2 by alan moore, stephen. An axemurdering jazz fanatic utilizes the realm of the supernatural to terrorize the louisiana bayou. A backup series of phantom stranger stories adds to the. I was blown away by the creative storylines, breathtaking art, and sheer boldness of the whole thing. Swamp thing 1982 comic read swamp thing 1982 comic.
The series found immense popularity upon its 1970s debut and during the midlate 1980s under alan moore, steve bissette, and john totleben. The origins of the house of mystery are unknown, but it appears to usually exist simultaneously in both the realm known. Swamp thing will star crystal reed as abby arcane, maria sten as liz tremayne, jennifer beals as sheriff cable, jeryl prescott as madame xanadu, and virginia madsen as averys wife, maria sunderland. Swamp thingswamp thing is a series that is published by dc comics. We read comic books year in and out to experience something this. What alan moore, stephen bissette, and john totleben accomplished during their time on the comic book series swamp thing shouldnt be underestimated in. Instead, swamp thing marches to the beat of its own drum. Printed images and the comic book mediums unique presentation of. Swamp thing cannot possibly receive as much praise as it deserves. Book 1 is not an origin story of the titular character, but rather it completely reshapes and retools his origin story in a very daring, almost shocking way. It blends horror, drama, suspense, comic book lore, technical achievements, and an allstar cast perfectly. The newest entry into the ongoing ouvre of swamp thing, its original run isnt even complete yet but i cant help but mention it. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. In their latest look at notable comic book quotes, csbg spotlights the statement that changed swamp thing s life forever.
Though it is indeed an early example of a comic book movie, it would now fit mostly in the realm of lowbudget cult flicks. If we dont, add it to your want list and well notify you when its in stock. Nov 05, 2018 the swamp thing tv series may have just found its biggest foe yet. The cancelation of swampthing remains one of the worst crimes ever perpetrated in the realm of comic book adaptations, but crisis nearly brought alec holland back for a meeting with john. I remember reading a swamp thing comic ages ago and enjoying it. The word said that he was the most powerful being next to the presence, thats lts realm. Swamp thing was a lowselling horror comic when alan moore took it over, and he transformed it into a supernaturalweird science epic that still helps to define all of dcs mature comics. Cain and swamp thing, featuring images from other dc horror comics with humorous blurbs. Considering garlands experience in the science fiction realm, its pretty easy to see him handle a swamp thing movie. Swamp thing comic book wikipedia republished wiki 2. The swamp thing stands guard, and watches over the cabin after linda returns home. Alex garland wants to direct a swamp thing movie comic book. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read saga of the swamp thing.
These eras were met with high critical praise and numerous awards. Although it wasnt renewed for a second season, streaming service dc universes swamp thing is the adaptation of a comic book series from 2019 that stood apart in a year where every other series seemed to be based on a comic book. Swamp thing is the superhero movies awkward middle. Martin paskos saga of the swamp thing mars will send no. Best swamp thing run to read other than alan moores. These are more than just your average monstersand theres something much worse looming on the horizon for alec holland. Swamp thing vincenzo natali screenplay blastr syfy. The monitor is dead, but his satellite is filled with various members of the superhero community, some from parallel dimensions. Swamp thing is a comic book character created in 1972 by len wein and famed horror artist bernie wrightson.
Comic readers who have not indulged in this title are missing one of the best runs in the history of this medium. The cancelation of swamp thing remains one of the worst crimes ever perpetrated in the realm of comic book adaptations, but crisis nearly brought alec. Saga of the swamp thing book 6 collects issues 5764 of swamp thing, alan moores last. Garland also has somewhat of a history in the comic book realm. Before watchmen, alan moore made his debut in the u. Plus, garland also has somewhat of a history in the comic book realm, previously writing the. Get the best deals on swamp thing uncertified modern age comics. Crisis on infinite earths almost included a constantineswamp. The part that most people will be talking about is swamp things diversion into a realm thats different than any weve seen before now.
The fictional character swamp thing has appeared in five american comic book series to date, including several specials, and has crossed over into other dc comics titles. Deliciously dark and dripping in a gnarly, grim aesthetic, swamp thing is a surprisingly faithful, well written horror series. Created by len wein and berni wrightson, swamp thing is a brooding. Everything alan moore creates in this book is wonderfully creepy and captivating. Script by len wein, pencils by berni wrightson, inks by wrightson and mike kaluta. Throughout history, arcane has slaughtered the champions of the red and the green, and only alec has escaped death but for how much longer. Avengers 5 ant man 3 announcement and avengers quantum realm scene theory.
Jan 06, 2016 swamp thing returns in an allnew series written by his cocreator, legendary writer len wein. Swamp thing uncertified modern age comics 1992now for. The swamp thing began anew under the title saga of the swamp thing. Mar 29, 2020 the cancelation of swampthing remains one of the worst crimes ever perpetrated in the realm of comic book adaptations, but crisis nearly brought alec holland back for a meeting with john constantine. But the world of comic book publishing is nothing if not vast, a constellation of. Theres clear comic book influences, right down to a few nicely implemented easter eggs that tie it back to the graphic novels. The fictional character the swamp thing has appeared in five american comic book series to. Brian k vaughans run was a change of pace, and felt more like a companion book to hellblazer than swamp thing. Its a nod to creativity, both in comics creation and elsewhere, and for such a longrunning character it feels more than a little apt here. The swamp thing finds her body and flies into a rage. Feb 10, 2018 avengers 5 ant man 3 announcement and avengers quantum realm scene theory. Saga of the swamp thing book one is a reinvigorating origin story for a creature in the midst of an identity crisis while offering relevant social, political, and ecological commentary. Saga of the swamp thing ebook written by alan moore. He travels from rann to apokalips and all points in between, looking for a way to get back home to earth and to abbie cable.
A recent report from deadline confirmed that will patton will be joining the dc universe series, and will be portraying the role. I wanted more, and i expected a more dramatic and comic book oriented. From superman to v for vendetta, wonder woman to swamp things, its all the. Although he still maintains the intellect of alec holland, he cannot speak. Add in some wonderful, cthulhuesque tentacle demons and its a surprisingly fun book visually. Swamp thing uncertified modern age comics 1992now skip to page navigation.
With roots firmly hooked to the comic books of the same name, dc universes swamp thing is another hit for dc who appear to have nailed the right formula following the success of both titans and doom patrol. Swamp thing follows john constantine to south america to see the parliament of trees. In the aftermath of the previous book, swamp thing finds himself light years away from home. Dec 21, 2005 comic readers who have not indulged in this title are missing one of the best runs in the history of this medium. Swamp thing has received an ominous warning, and now he finds himself under attack from the forces of dark magic. If youre looking for a hard to find back issue, we probably have it. I think i speak for most fans in saying that we hope swamp thing is able to return for a second season. Aug 20, 2019 though it is indeed an early example of a comic book movie, it would now fit mostly in the realm of lowbudget cult flicks. I just picked up the trade paperback collections of alan moores incredible run on dc comic s swamp thing is there a better comic writer. Learning that he is not a unique being after all, swamp thing attempts to make sense of their wisdom, while a sleazy photographer hopes to make a fast buck with some sleazy pictures of abigail arcane with swamp thing. Swamp thing has endured some inhuman cruelty in its evolution from comic book page to the screen over the decades, surviving a pair of hollywood features one directed by wes craven. Swamp thing must travel the rivers of rotworld on his way. Saga of the swamp thing book three continuing the hardcover collections of alan moores awardwinning run on the saga of the swamp thing, this third volume is brimming with visceral horrors including underwater vampires, a werewolf with an unusual curse, the hideous madman called nukeface.
Each week, big issues focuses on a newly released comicbook issue of. For any comic fan, the name alan moore is enough reason to buy this trade, but for those of you out there who have never read any moore, pick up volume 1 entitled saga of the swamp thing first, and then start with love and death and the subsequent books, collecting some of the most amazing comics youll ever read. However, he is unaware that an alien has landed there to repair its spaceship. The swamp thing tv series may have just found its biggest foe yet. The swamp thing is a fictional superhero in american comic books published by dc comics. The floronic man makes a shocking revelation regarding swamp thing. Book 1 of saga of the swamp thing definitely lived up to the hype, and then some.
The cancelation of swampthing remains one of the worst crimes ever perpetrated in the realm of comic book adaptations, but crisis nearly brought alec holland back for a meeting with john constantine. A humanoidplant elemental creature, created by writer len wein. The year was 1989 and writerartist rick veitch was in charge of swamp thing, then one of dc comics hottest properties, mainly due to the exposure that alan moore had given the title over the past few years. However, this is the second overall appearance of the swamp thing creature. Crisis on infinite earths almost included a constantine. Still, the release of the film brought along with it a new interest in what had been a shortlived and mostly forgotten character. This hasnt been collected, but the first four issues are on comixology. The end of charles soules swamp thing explores the nature of art. Created out of the swamp by a freak accident, swamp thing is an elemental creature who uses the forces of nature and wisdom of the plant kingdom to fight the polluted worlds selfdestruction. If youre familiar with swamp thing canon then you know abigail to be the name of swamp things comic book love interest, played in the return of swamp thing by heather locklear. The best swamp thing stories and where to buy them cbr. The part that most people will be talking about is swamp thing s diversion into a realm thats different than any weve seen before now. Learn the biography of the marvel comics character, man thing.