Rebellion Sign With Universal For Direct Market Distribution In America And Canada
by Olly MacNamee
Making sure Americans get their hands on weekly issues of 2000 AD as soon as possible, Rebellion has announced a new non-exclusive deal covering North America and Canada, partnering with Universal Distribution to distribute publications to the comic book Direct Market. That includes its huge back catalogue as well as published works by The Treasury of British Comics.
Speaking on the news, Tim Lenaghan, Vice President Purchasing and Publisher Relations for Universal, said:
“Universal is thrilled to be adding 2000 AD to our growing list of client publishers in the United States and Canada. Their long history of creating cutting edge stories that are simultaneously prescient and topical make 2000 AD an essential part of the industry landscape. We look forward to distributing their line to comic and game stores across North America!”
Owen Johnson, Trade and Specialist Sales Manager for Rebellion, added:
“We’re thrilled to continue expanding Rebellion’s presence in the North American direct market with Universal. Canada has long-standing and special ties with 2000 AD, so it’s wonderful to know Canadian stores and readers can access this wealth of quality material like never before. Those new to discovering 2000 AD are vital to our future and securing this distribution will only help in that mission.”
Rebellion titles will first become available through Universal in October, featuring frontlist and backlist titles releasing in December 2026 including the weekly 2000 AD, the monthly Judge Dredd Megazine, and graphic novel collections like The Complete Zenith Colour Omnibus, with more to come.
