From The Mirky Depths Comes ‘Universal Monsters: Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives!’ From Skybound

Skybound and partners Universal Products & Experiences, are t follow up their very successful Universal Monsters: Dracula miniseries with the four-issue mini, Universal Monsters: Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives!, from writers Dan Watters (Home Sick Pilots, Lucifer) and Ram V (The Many Deaths of Laila Starr, Batman: Detective Comics), with art by Matthew Roberts (Manifest Destiny), and colourist Dave Stewart (UltraMega, Hellboy).

As well as the classic silver screen Creature himself, the series will be introducing new characters like journalist Kate Marsden and serial killer Darwin Collier, along with the familiar face mysterious Doctor Edwin Thompson from the film.

Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound stated:

“We’re so thrilled to announce our second book in the Universal Monsters line. Dan Watters and Ram V are two of the most exciting writers in comics, and to be able to turn them loose with longtime Skybound creators Matthew Roberts and Dave Stewart has been an absolute treat. And while James & Martin’s DRACULA was an adaptation of the original film, CREATURE is a brand-new story featuring beloved Gill-Man. Each book in the Universal Monsters line will feel different from the last, with each creative team bringing their own unique flavor and passion to these iconic horror characters. I can’t wait to share what else we have planned!”  

“Years after the events of the original film, Journalist Kate Marsden hunts for a notorious serial killer in the heart of the Amazon. Hot on the trail of this madman, she soon encounters an unexpected new threat–but is he friend or foe? Or is he simply…THE CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON? 

Picking up where the original films left off, this new Universal Monsters tale will take readers back to the mysterious Amazonian lagoon where terror lurks beneath its murky waters. This series is perfect for new readers and longtime fans alike.”

Universal Monsters: Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 will be available on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 from Skybound/Image Comics. with the following covers:

The full list of covers is below:

• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover A by Matthew Roberts
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover B by Joshua Middleton
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover C (1:10 Connecting Copy Incentive) by DANI
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W Copy Incentive) by Joshua Middleton
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Joëlle Jones
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover F (1:75 Copy Incentive) by Alex Ross
• Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover G (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Alex Ross
• Universal Monsters: The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1 Cover H (Blank Sketch Cover)

As for that first look…

Universal Monsters: Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! #1  will be out on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.