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All-American Comics #39 cover
Cover: Irwin Hasen

All-American Comics #39

Jun 1942 · DC · 0.10 USD
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In "The Mystery of the Theatre of Fear," the Emerald Crusader dives into a chilling puzzle where stage performances eerily mirror real-life crimes, putting Irene Miller and APEX Studios in peril. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated with sharp precision by Irwin Hasen—both on art and inks—this 1942 tale blends suspense and theatrical intrigue in a story that unfolds with a sense of creeping dread. The cover, also by Hasen, captures the eerie atmosphere with a dramatic, shadow-lit scene that perfectly sets the tone.

Contains 11 stories
The Mystery of the Theatre of Fear
13 pp · Superhero
Green Lantern [Alan Scott]Doiby DicklesIrene Miller

When strange parallels emerge between performances at the Theatre of Fear and real-life crimes, the Emerald Crusader must unravel a dangerous mystery that puts Irene Miller and APEX Studios in peril. With the line between stage and reality blurring, one hero races to prevent the next act from turning deadly.

Untitled Humor story
0.6 pp · Humor
MuttJeff
Using a Mouse Trap to Catch a Fish
0.4 pp · Humor
Untitled Superhero story
8 pp · Superhero
Dr. Mid-Nite [Dr. Charles McNider]Myra MasonHootySam OldwinnSteve Fink (villain)
Untitled Aviation story
6 pp · Aviation
Hop Harrigan
Untitled Superhero story
8 pp · Superhero
Sargon [John Sargent]Flora Styles"Deuces" Wilde (villain)Mike (villain)

In "null," the enigmatic magician Sargon finds himself entangled with a racket boss who offers him a position as a casino dealer—only to uncover the truth behind the rigged games. With his sharp mind and hidden talents, Sargon orchestrates a clever reversal, exposing the deception before the crowd.

Untitled Humor story
4 pp · Humor, Superhero
Red Tornado [Ma Hunkel]Scribbly
Untitled Humor story
0.6 pp · Humor
MuttJeff
The Effects of Sleep Medicine
0.4 pp · Humor
Untitled Adventure story
6 pp · Adventure
Red DuganWhitey SmithBlooey Blue
Untitled Superhero story
6 pp · Superhero
The Atom [Al Pratt]MalcolmSlade (villain)

ComicBooks.com Value

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Raw (Good) $279
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $2,305*
CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 none in existence
CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $1,205*
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 none in existence
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CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 1 in census $699
CGC 4.5 · 2 in census $639
CGC 4.0 none in existence
CGC 3.5 · 1 in census $462*
CGC 3.0 · 2 in census $409*
CGC 2.5 · 1 in census $331*
CGC 2.0 none in existence
CGC 1.5 none in existence
CGC 1.0 none in existence
CGC 0.5 · 1 in census $142*
* estimate — limited direct-sales data at this grade
Our model’s value — refined as new sales data arrives · CGC census counts shown where available

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Full credits

artist, inker Irwin Hasen
cover pencils, inks Irwin Hasen

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