‘Universal Monsters: The Bride Of Frankenstein Lives’ #1 Sells Out And Gets A Second Printing
by Olly MacNamee
Skybound/Image Comics and partners, Universal, have announced that Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 has sold out at the all-important distributor level and is heading back to the printers for a second print run. A comic that our reviewer Tom Smithyman described as a “strong start to the four-part series is a good omen of things to come.” So, you may still find a copy out in the wild. If you’re quick.
“In Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1, Kelly Thompson and Mattia De Iulis reunite once again to deliver the most haunting new horror series of the year. Born in the heart of a thunderstorm, made of stolen flesh, electricity, and monstrous desperation — The Bride lives!
With no memory of her past or understanding of what she is, The Bride takes her first steps into this strange new world. With danger seemingly lurking around every corner, she must solve the mystery of where and who she came from … and discover what makes life worth living.”
Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 is by The Absolute Wonder Woman team of Thompson and De Iulis, with letterer Becca Carey (Radiant Black).
Thompson said of the sell out success pf the debut issue:
“I’m so thrilled to see the response to this book — Mattia and I really put all of ourselves into it — so to see this response is so gratifying. Also, that Annie Wu variant cover is one of my favorite covers — and we had an embarrassment of riches on that front.”
De Iulis added:
“I couldn’t be happier with the response to our first issue! Teaming up with Kelly to bring this fierce, tragic icon to life has been incredible, and seeing fans and retailers get behind the book so passionately makes all the hard work worth it.”
Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound had the final word:
“Kelly and Mattia have delivered the Bride story I’ve always wanted, and clearly I’m not alone! The word ‘special’ comes to mind when it comes to this series, and our 2nd printing cover by Annie Wu certainly meets the moment!”
Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 second printing, featuring a new cover by Annie Wu, is out on Wednesday, 9th December, 2026.
For more, why not check out Rachel Bellwoar‘s interview with Thompson and De Iulis here.
