Description
The Walking Dead is a post-apocalyptic horror comic book series created by writer Robert Kirkman and artist Tony Moore (who was later replaced by Charlie Adlard from issue #7 onward). Published by Image Comics from October 2003 to July 2019, the series ran for 193 issues.
The story follows Rick Grimes, a small-town sheriff's deputy who awakens from a coma to find the world overrun by zombies (referred to as "walkers"). The series chronicles the survivors' struggle to stay alive in a world where the undead roam freely and human threats often prove more dangerous than the zombies themselves.
The Walking Dead became one of the most successful independent comic book series in history, spawning a massive multimedia franchise including the acclaimed AMC television series. Kirkman surprised readers by ending the series with issue #193 on July 3, 2019, having kept the conclusion secret even from distributors. The series is celebrated for its character-driven storytelling, emotional depth, and willingness to subvert typical horror and survival tropes.
Series Details
Creators
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Anthony Williams
Writer
Art Adams
Cover Artist
Bill Sienkiewicz
Cover Artist, Other
Dan Panosian
Writer
Daniel Warren Johnson
Cover Artist
Dave Stewart
Colorist, Cover Artist
Ethan Van Sciver
Cover Artist
John Rauch
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Cover Artist, Other
Ovi Nedelcu
Writer, Letterer
Todd McFarlane
Artist, Cover Artist, Other
Issues
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Lists
Essential Reading Orders for New Comic Readers
dangioffre
Staff
Essential Reading Orders for New Comic Readers is a curated starting point for anyone new to comics who wants great stories without getting lost in decades of continuity. This list focuses on landmark series and self-contained runs that are easy to jump into, widely acclaimed, and representative of what makes comics special across different publishers and styles. Each entry stands on its own while also helping new readers build confidence, discover their tastes, and decide where to go next without feeling overwhelmed.
Comics That Are Perfect Gateways for Non-Superhero Readers
mike
Staff
Great starting points for readers who want to explore comics beyond capes and tights. These series prove that comics are a medium, not a genre, spanning crime, horror, sci-fi, drama, and everything in between.
Top 30 Most Influential Independent Series
mike
Staff
Ranked by how much they shifted the industry away from the Marvel/DC duopoly.
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