Archie 1000 Page Comics Blow-Out #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Pop Goes the Pizza" is a delightfully chaotic 1000-page blow-out special that brings together Riverdale’s favorite teens in a whirlwind of flirtation and farce. Written by Frank Doyle and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo, with inks by Rudy Lapick, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this issue sees new girl Cheryl Blossom shake up the usual romantic dynamics—prompting jealousy, mistaken assumptions, and a surprising rescue by Jughead’s legendary magic pin. The cover by Dan DeCarlo captures the moment perfectly, a playful snapshot of teenage chaos in full swing.
In "So What's New?", Archie’s latest attempt to stay out of trouble starts with a detour to help a beautiful woman into her car—only to find himself running late for school, much to the narrator’s amused disbelief. The story captures the classic Archie charm with a lighthearted take on teenage misadventures and the inevitable chaos that follows even the best intentions.
In "Fashion Victims," Ginger hits a creative block—until she gets a spark of inspiration: a fashion show pitting Betty’s classic elegance against Veronica’s bold glamour, titled "Are You a Betty or a Veronica?"
Veronica goes all out to craft the ultimate Flash Dance video for the school contest, leaving no expense spared. But when Betty, Archie, and Chuck whip up a spontaneous entry using just Chuck’s camera and Betty’s charm, the results surprise everyone—especially Veronica.
In "Model Mania!", Archie and Reggie are caught admiring fashion spreads, prompting Betty and Veronica to take the magazine’s poses seriously—turning a simple page-turn into a playful, high-stakes photo shoot.
In "Goat of a Chance," Jughead dreams up a wild scheme to boost Riverdale High’s fame after Mr. Weatherbee laments the spotlight Central High always gets—cue a reporter, a mischievous goat, and a whole lot of chaos. With his usual mix of charm and absurdity, Jughead sets off a chain of events that’s equal parts prank and publicity stunt, all in the name of leveling the playing field.
Sabrina the Teen-Age Witch swings into action with a wink and a spell, balancing teenage drama with magical mischief in this delightfully quirky tale. As she navigates the rules of witchcraft—no crying, no sinking, and the one big rule about love—her charm and mischief make every page a spellbinding ride.
In "Clothes Make the Man," Jughead’s wardrobe sparks a surprising trend when Betty and Veronica judge him by his look—leading Archie to copy his style, only to find himself suddenly obsessed with hamburgers. When Veronica borrows Jughead’s clothes for Reggie, and even the girls try on his outfit (in skirts, naturally), the craving spreads like wildfire. Pop Tate’s lunch counter sees a record-breaking day as everyone in Riverdale suddenly wants a burger.
Archie stumbles upon a bizarre book titled *The History of Shoelaces*—a seemingly random find that quickly becomes anything but when a hidden microfilm inside reveals a secret spy operation. With his usual mix of luck and curiosity, Archie unknowingly uncovers a mission that’s far more dangerous than a footnote in footwear history.
Archie and Reggie’s scuba adventure takes a wild turn when they’re pulled into a mysterious underwater tube and stranded in the hidden kingdom of Neptunia—where outsiders don’t get to leave, and the local delicacy is surprisingly… clam-based. With time running out and no map to guide them, the boys must think fast to escape before they become the main course.
Archie and Reggie’s scuba adventure takes a wild turn when they’re sucked into a mysterious underwater tube and emerge in the hidden kingdom of Neptunia, where outsiders are mysteriously fed to a colossal clam. Now stranded in a surreal, sunken world, the boys must navigate strange sights and dangers to find a way back before they become the next meal.
Archie and Reggie’s scuba adventure takes a wild turn when they’re sucked into a mysterious underwater tube and stranded in the hidden kingdom of Neptunia—where outsiders don’t get to leave. Now they’re racing against time to escape before the giant clam claims them as its next meal.
Archie and Reggie’s scuba adventure takes a wild turn when they’re sucked into a mysterious underwater tube, landing in the hidden kingdom of Neptunia—where outsiders aren’t welcomed, and the local delicacy is surprisingly… clam-based. With time running out and no clear way back to the surface, the two friends must navigate the strange, sunken world before they become the main course.
In "Flip Flopped," Veronica Lodge swaps her usual schemes for pom-poms, joining the notoriously clumsy cheer squad after learning the boys have a soft spot for them—only to quickly prove she’s the one who can actually flip, twist, and lead the team to unexpected heights.
When Veronica decides to sabotage Betty’s chance at a soap jingle contest—using Betty’s name without her knowing—she sets off a chain of hilariously tangled misunderstandings. With Reggie’s questionable advice ringing in her ears, Veronica’s scheme quickly spirals into chaos, leaving both girls caught in a web of mistaken identity and questionable rhymes.
Archie’s sudden victory in a radio station contest lands him a chance to throw the ultimate party for his friends—but his over-the-top celebration quickly turns into a social minefield when he realizes he’s accidentally pushed everyone away. With his usual charm now backfiring, Archie must figure out how to reconnect before the party even starts.
In "The Cookie Conspiracy!", Veronica devises a playful plan involving fortune cookies with secret messages for her and Archie, setting off a lighthearted chain of events during a meal at their favorite Chinese restaurant. With a mix of mischief and charm, the story unfolds as the two navigate the unexpected twists of their shared snack.
In "Chapter One: Venus Bound!", Cosmo and Orbi find themselves stranded on the moon with a trio of Moonlings named Oog, until Professor Thimk, Astra, and the ever-loyal dog JoJo arrive from Mars with a daring rescue mission—though their first stop is Venus. With two Moonlings and the mysterious Gillywump from the Dark Side of the Moon secretly stowing away, the journey ahead promises more than just a quick trip through space.
In "Chapter Two: Trouble for Orbi!", the crew lands on Venus only to find the planet’s thick clouds are stirred by tiny volcanoes. When Cosmo, Orbi, and Astra accidentally sit atop a slumbering Venusian beast, the creature awakens—and snatches Orbi before anyone can react.
In "Chapter Four: A Slap-Happy Ending!" from Archie 1000 Page Comics Blow-Out, Jo and the crew find themselves in a bizarre twist when a Venusian Monster rescues Astra from a crevice—only for Orbi to reveal his helmet’s short circuit has accidentally turned the creatures’ fear into fascination. As the monsters lead them toward an unknown destination, the fate of the crew hangs in the balance, and the queen’s true nature remains a mystery.
In "The Tooth Fairy," Sabrina, Archie, and Jughead stumble upon a struggling boy stealing hubcaps to help his family, prompting Sabrina to use her magic to conjure a shoe shine box—giving the kid a chance to earn honest money instead. The story blends humor and heart as the trio’s unexpected act of kindness sets off a chain of small miracles.
Archie’s latest attempt to impress at school goes hilariously off track when a lacrosse racket he’s carrying accidentally knocks over everything in its path. Just as he passes Miss Grundy’s window, a falling potted plant lands in the racket’s pocket—saving the plant, and possibly the day. But his troubles aren’t over: the gym is full, and on his way home, he unknowingly upsets a bird’s nest, the tiny occupants now tucked safely (and unintentionally) in his racket’s pocket.
In "The Tube Talker," Archie and Jughead find themselves in the middle of a playful rivalry when they mock the girls for reenacting a soap opera scene—only to realize they’ve just done the same with their own western show antics. The humor shines in their exaggerated performances and the lighthearted chaos of teen theater in the making.
In "Fast and Loose," new girl Cheryl Blossom hits Riverdale with a whirlwind of charm, immediately making her intentions clear to Archie and Reggie. When Veronica catches Archie in a situation that looks worse than it is, chaos erupts—until Jason Blossom swoops in and steals her attention. Just as things seem dire, Jughead steps in with his legendary magic pin, turning the tide in Archie’s favor. The story ends with Cheryl and Jughead walking off together, leaving the rest of the gang in stunned silence.
In "Dare To Be Bare," Cheryl Blossom turns heads at the beach with a daring bikini and an even bolder plan to go topless, leaving Betty and Veronica stunned. Meanwhile, Jason Blossom is on a mission to sneak a beer onto the sand, adding a splash of chaos to the already heated scene.
In "Flower Power!", Victor challenges Jerry to write a simple five-page Archie tale about Betty and Veronica squabbling over flowers Archie bought—only to watch chaos unfold as the characters take the story far beyond the original premise. With each twist and turn, the story spirals into a delightfully absurd comedy of errors, proving that even the simplest idea can bloom into something unexpectedly wild.
In "The Big Flip," Archie faces his most agonizing decision yet—choosing between Betty and Veronica—until Jughead suggests a coin toss to settle it. But just as the flip is about to decide his fate, Archie finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Lisa, throwing the whole dilemma into chaos.
In "Visit To a Small Panic," the real Archies pay a surprise visit to Filmation, the studio behind their Saturday morning cartoon—only to discover that their on-screen personas are tame compared to the chaos they bring in person. The animators and producers are stunned as the band’s off-screen antics outshine their own scripted antics.
When Li'l Jinx’s parents need a babysitter for a movie night but can’t find anyone willing to take the job—thanks to her famously chaotic reputation—things take a turn when Jo steps in to help. With a mix of nerves and determination, Jo tries to keep the little troublemaker out of trouble, but chaos, as always, seems to follow Li'l Jinx wherever she goes.
In "Veronica Makes the Scene," Archie’s attempt to impress Veronica backfires when he realizes she’s not just any girl—she’s the kind who expects the best, and that means a fancy dinner at the El Crocadearo. To afford it, he takes a job there, only to find out she’s already booked a table for their date. Now, he’s stuck juggling apron and romance, trying to keep his shift and his crush from crashing into each other.
When Archie pulls off a surprising move in a volleyball game, it's revealed he's been taking ballet to stay nimble—turning heads and winning points. Inspired, Reggie and Moose decide to try ballet too, hoping to gain the same edge.
In "Lodge — A Complaint!", Mr. Lodge’s latest business move puts Pop Tate’s malt shop in jeopardy, forcing Archie and Veronica to consider a modest offer before the shop faces closure. Tensions rise at a Riverdale High reunion when Midge and Moose’s breakup leads to unexpected new connections, and tempers flare over Mr. Lodge’s tactics—until Moose shocks everyone by revealing his real first name and announcing his run for mayor.
After Reggie saves Betty from being hit by a truck, their accidental closeness sparks an unexpected connection—much to Archie and Veronica’s growing unease. In this lighthearted, 12-page story from the Archie 1000 Page Comics Blow-Out, unlikely moments lead to real feelings, and friendships start to shift in ways no one saw coming.
In "Dinner for One," Superteen faces off against the Consumer, a ravenous alien who devours anything in his path—until he sets his sights on Archie. With the fate of Riverdale hanging in the balance, Superteen hesitates when the threat turns personal, but Jughead’s legendary appetite might just be the one thing that can out-eat an alien.
In "Jolly Folly," Mr. Weatherbee surprises the students with a fad-filled free-for-all, letting them ditch classwork to dive into whatever trend—old or new—catches their fancy. With Jo and the gang embracing everything from retro dance moves to vintage fashion, chaos and laughter reign at Riverdale High.
In "Solitude," Jughead finds a rare moment of peace at the beach—until Archie drags him into the usual chaos of the gang’s antics. What starts as a friendly interruption quickly spirals into a series of escalating annoyances, pushing Jughead to seek refuge once more in quiet solitude.
In "Streak of Luck," Veronica's mischievous streak reaches new heights when she deliberately interrupts the boys' gym class, delighting in the chaos and Coach Kleats' rising frustration. Betty and Jughead, fed up with her antics, enlist Archie in a playful revenge—sending him to disrupt the girls' class, clad only in swim trunks, to teach Veronica a lesson she won't soon forget.
Betty’s convinced that the elusive criminal mastermind Rob Ruse is hiding in Riverdale, plotting his next big score—though no one in authority will listen. With Archie and Dilton on her side, she’s determined to prove it, turning the town into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.
When Betty and Veronica both show up wearing sports jerseys with Archie’s name and number, he’s caught off guard—and has to come up with a clever way to return the favor without making either of them feel left out.
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