Classic noir meets the Halloween horrors in the Dick Tracy Halloween Special, a new 40-page comic book special from writers Alex Segura and Michael Moreci, crime editor Chantelle Aimée Osman, artist Craig Cermak, colorist Mark Englert, and letterer Jim Campbell. Available from Mad Cave Studios just in time for Halloween, we have all the details, along with an exclusive first look at the covers from Geraldo Borges and Soo Lee.
In this chilling Dick Tracy one-shot, Tracy’s deadliest rogues start "crawling back from the grave," and it’s up to him, Tess, Pat, and Sam to "figure out what’s real, what’s spectral, and what’s just plain sinister." And if that wasn't exciting enough, this special Halloween issue also sees the Mad Cave debut of fan-favorite character The Kid!
From the Press Release: This Halloween, Mad Cave Studios invites readers to slip into the shadows of The City for a moody new 40-page noir thriller with Dick Tracy Halloween Special! From crime fiction powerhouse Alex Segura (Secret Identity) and esteemed writer Michael Moreci (Barbaric), joined by crime editor and consultant Chantelle Aimée Osman, this thrilling one-shot features art by Craig Cermak (Red Team), colors by Mark Englert (Department of Truth), and letters by Jim Campbell (Barbaric)—with Cover A by Geraldo Borges (Thunderbolts) and Cover B by Soo Lee (Disney Villains: Maleficent).
THE GHOULS AND GHOSTS ARE OUT IN THE CITY - and so are some of Dick Tracy's deadliest Rogues...or are they? As Tracy, Pat, Sam, and Tess try to piece together the return of one of The City's most bloodthirsty killers, other Tracy baddies start to creep out from under the woodwork. But the heroes dig deeper into the twisty mystery and discover something new - and perhaps more sinister! Featuring the Mad Cave debut of one of the most iconic Dick Tracy characters ever - THE KID!
“One of the highlights of Dick Tracy for Michael, myself, Geraldo, and the entire team, is to explore different corners of Tracy's world, and to slowly reveal parts of his A-list Rogues Gallery—and what better time to do that than with another seasonal special,” said Alex Segura. “When it appears like Tracy's deadliest villains are returning, guns blazing, Tracy and Tess have to figure out the truth—with the help of an unexpected but very recognizable assistant! Craig Cermak joins us again on art and does his usual bang-up job, bringing a deadly All Hallow's Eve to life for Tracy and his pals.”
"It's a blast to be able to do these specials and explore fun corners of the Dick Tracy universe,” said co-writer Michael Moreci. “We're really doing some fun stuff in this Halloween edition (for the best time of year, of course), and I think fans of our current run and fans of classic Dick Tracy will find a lot to love here."
Artist, Craig Cermak, added, “It’s a treat to be working with the whole Dick Tracy crew again for an action-packed Halloween mystery. Alex and Michael provide so many great character moments and a very clever way of including the most infamous enemies Tracy has faced. It’s a joy to get to draw so many of the iconic cast of Tracy’s world wrapped in the scariest season of the year. It’s the perfect opportunity to get very dark and moody with the art, and mixed with the energetic, thrilling drive of the tale. I think readers will be captivated by this sinister new case Tracy and the gang must solve.”
This atmospheric special blends classic noir with Halloween horror with nods to L.A. Confidential, The Untouchables, and John Carpenter’s Halloween—this comic is perfect for fans who love fresh takes on the square-jawed, crime-stopper’s tales…soaked with ghoulish goons.
Honoring the legacy of Chester Gould while carving out a bold new path, Mad Cave Studios—alongside Tribune Content Agency and New Wave Comics—marks a defining moment in the official new era of Dick Tracy.
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The Dick Tracy Halloween Special will be released to comic book shops just in time for Halloween on October 29th from Mad Cave Studios. You can pre-order now from your local comic book store. To keep up with the latest on Mad Cave Studios, make sure to follow them on social media and visit: www.madcavestudios.com
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Cover A by Geraldo Borges
Cover B by Soo Lee
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After spending more than 10 years as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his interest in horror and sci-fi. Since then, it has grown into an online magazine with a staff of writers that provide daily news, reviews, interviews, and special features.
As the Editor-in-Chief of Daily Dead, Jonathan is responsible for bringing the latest horror news to millions of readers from around the world. He is also consulted with as an expert on zombies in entertainment and pop culture, providing analyses of the zombie sub-genre to newspapers, radio stations, and convention attendees.
