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A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #5 (IDW DARK)
The fate of Pearl is upon us, as the final issue of A Quiet Place: Storm Warning hits the shelves this week! We’ve been clinging on to hope that the residents could survive, as well as seeing the growth in Terri as she must make the best of this terrible situation. However, when its all said and done who and what will be left of this little Island town?
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #5 (IDW DARK)
One model is still alive, and the curse is hot on her trail. What the curse didn’t bet on though is the resiliency of Ivy Monroe. Now back in NYC, she isn’t going to just lay down and give up. She’s a fighter so she is swinging back with everything she’s got, because it may be her last either way.
OPERATION: IRON COFFIN #1 (IDW DARK)
Ever wonder what would happen if you dropped Dracula onto a train full of Nazi’s during World War II? A gory, ass kicking, action-packed thrill ride is exactly what would happen. Operation: Iron Coffin takes us on that exact journey, and the hype surrounding this book is real and warranted.
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #3 (IDW DARK)
This issue of the series mostly focuses on Starck, one of the members of the crew of the Lewis and Clark. She bridges the gap between what happened to the crew of the Lewis and Clark and now. Worse than that, she gives a detailed account of the hell she has been in onboard of the Event Horizon for a couple of hundred years!
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #4 (IDW DARK)
The residents of Pearl have cornered and stopped Lonnie from blowing up the bridge. But now they must deal with the alien menace that is headed straight for them. With only one issue left of this miniseries, how will the people of Pearl cope with the carnage that takes over their quiet town?
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #4 (IDW DARK)
Five models have dwindled down to two and no one has figured out exactly what’s going on. As Paris Fashion Week is upon us, Ivy and Noa are getting a much-needed rest. However, Noa is now seeing the same visions that drove the other girls insane. Will two become one sooner than later?
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #2 (IDW DARK)
The story keeps getting crazier as we get deeper into this nightmare. We find a little more about Skylar Mooney, her tortured youth, into her marriage to Durante, and right up to where we are today. Speaking of that, the crew start to realize that the Event Horizon is a living nightmare, and they are trapped in it.
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #3 (IDW DARK)
The endgame and final battle between the royal family and the demon that stalks them is here. As the demon has taken full possession of Prince Theo, its true motives are revealed. Can the family along with Prime Minister Carnegie save Theo and the nation?
FIRST LOOK: OPERATION: IRON COFFIN #1 (IDW DARK)
Ever wonder what would happen if you dropped Dracula onto a train full of Nazi’s during World War II? A gory, ass kicking, action-packed thrill ride is exactly what would happen. Operation: Iron Coffin takes us on that exact journey, and the hype surrounding this book is real and warranted. The first issue of this series from IDW DARK drops on July 8th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 1st, 2026, IDW PUBLISHING gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #3 (IDW DARK)
Terri is still trying to get Mia and herself to safety while it is raining so their movements aren’t heard by the aliens. But what happens when the rain stops? Can the town continue to survive, or will more victims be added to the body count?
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #3 (IDW DARK)
Freja was the next inflicted with the “curse” and it appears that she passed it on to Lena. Well Lena slips into madness, Ivy continues to struggle with not only the crazy deaths, but also the sleazy world of modeling. Can they both break the cycle before it’s too late?
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #2 (IDW DARK)
The Shadow has its claws firmly dug into Prince Theo and the Royal Family. As the next King of England is dealing with this supernatural attack, the country is dealing with the possibility of going to war over a perceived attack. Can everyone hold together and overcome or will the demon that is possessing the Royal family win out?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #2 (IDW DARK)
The mayor refused to listen to her brother and now Pearl is under attack by the alien menace. Terri and Mia are struggling for survival using the aliens lack of being able to swim to survive. Can they outlast the threat, or will they succumb like far too many in the town?
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW DARK)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets.
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #2 (IDW PUBLISHING)
After the crazy death of Cami, Freja who watched it happen starts to see some crazy things. At the same time Ivy and the rest of the girls are facing down Fashion Month and the stress that causes. Will this unseen curse continue to cause havoc, or will the fashion industry get them first?
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1 (IDW Publishing)
The small island town of Pearl, Iowa is preparing for a storm, but it’s not bad weather that’s on its way, instead it’s an alien invasion. The world has been attacked by aliens that are hunting for anything that makes a sound, and Pearl is in the direct path.
FIRST LOOK: EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW Publishing)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets. This new series launches on April 22nd, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday March 16th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #6 (IDW Publishing)
As the citizens of Woodbrook close in on Samantha, she has decided to go out in a blaze of glory. With nothing left to lose and her back against the wall, she is more dangerous than ever. Who will survive and will Sam finally be stopped?
30 DAYS OF NIGHT: FALLING SUN #3 (IDW Publishing)
The final stand for the people of Barrow is upon us. As the Vampires close in on them and force a final showdown, how will the people survive? Things are a lot worse for Jalen as the gang from L.A have also made their way to Barrow as well.