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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?
Star Trek: Celebrations 2026 #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
One must truly question what media and culture would look like without Star Trek. Gene Roddenberry’s vision was more than just another science fiction adventure show featuring the monster of the week.
No, it was more bold than that. They showed us that humanity could overcome our worst traits and that we could build a better tomorrow together.
THE ROCKETEER: THE ISLAND #3 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Cliff, Goose, and TinTin are looking for Betty and Miss Payne on this Island that time has forgotten. They must dodge the natives, dinosaurs, and of course the king of the island, Kong. Will our rescue team be able to save the ladies or will they stumble on to something much larger?
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #6 (IDW Publishing)
We have hit the final issue of this mini-series by writer Andrew Joustra. Fugitoid must make his final stand and save his newly found friends and the people of New York. Unfortunately, standing in his way is the E.P.F and their nearly completed Menta-Wave antennae. Can Fugitoid & the Turtles save the day?
SHREDDER #8 (IDW Publishing)
Shredder is in Tokyo and is trying to take back what was once his, the Foot Clan. Part of the Foot Clan has become this offshoot gang, the Dog Star Clan. As they try and take out Shredder it becomes clear that they are being controlled by the Yakuza. Can Shredder handle the Dog Star Clan and the Yakuza by himself?
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?
SEVEN WIVES #1 (IDW CRIME)
IDW Publishing has launched a new crime imprint called IDW Crime and the first series from this imprint is upon us! Seven Wives is a murder mystery about a controversial religious figure who is murdered at the pulpit. Now, detectives must figure out who killed him by investigating his seven wives and oldest son.
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #18 (IDW Publishing)
The finale of the Ujigami Saga is finally upon us! Can our Heroes in a Half-Shell figure out a way to save themselves, the world, and their father? Even if they can save everyone and everything, will this be the end of their afterlife problems or just the beginning?
GODZILLA #10 (IDW Publishing)
The G-Force USA Team is in pursuit and trying to survive as the Kaiju stampede continues. However, it gets weirder when the team finally make their way to the finish line. As they try and figure out what is going on, an enraged Jacen who is in his Godzilla form has also shown up to the party.
FIRST LOOK: KILLER INFLUENCES #1 (IDW CRIME)
When a small-town serial killer and a fledgling newspaper writer/podcaster aspire to be more, what will they do? Become viral and internet famous of course. But what happens when their road to fame and infamy takes off? This new series from IDW Crime launches on July 1st, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday May 25th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
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.
SHREDDER #7 (IDW Publishing)
Coming off of a great opening story arc, Shredder is back with the next arc in this on-going series from IDW Publishing. Agent Avon seems to have turned on the Shredder after the events of the initial arc. However, Shredder is too busy trying to put together a new clan to regain his power in the criminal underworld to even care.
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #5 (IDW Publishing)
The Turtles continue to try and help Fugitoid escape the E.P.F while also stopping them from developing their own version of the Menta-Wave Helmet. Unfortunately for our Heroes in a Half Shell, they have already deployed their Helmet, and it controls a monstrous being.
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?
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #17 (IDW Publishing)
The Ujigami Saga is coming to a close, and with only one issue left you know the story is ready to explode. Splinter has been captured and the Turtles need to try and save him well also stopping the Shinigami from creating a bridge between the afterlife and our world. Can the Turtles save the day, or will evil prevail?
GODZILLA’S MONSTERPIECE THEATRE PRESENTS: ROMEO & JULIET AND GODZILLA #1 (IDW Publishing)
What happens when the most famous play by William Shakespeare has Godzilla added to it? Simply put, a whole lot of fun and entertainment. Godzilla’s Monsterpiece Theatre Presents: Romeo & Juliet and Godzilla #1 could possibly be the story that you needed but didn’t even know you wanted.
FIRST LOOK: SEVEN WIVES #1 (IDW CRIME)
IDW Publishing is launching a new crime imprint called IDW Crime and the first series from this imprint is upon us! Seven Wives is a murder mystery about a controversial religious figure who is murdered at the pulpit. Now, detectives have to figure out who killed him by investigating his seven wives and oldest son. This new series launches on May 20th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday April 13th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.