Archie Showcase Digest #23
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Early Bird!", Archie tries to keep the peace among his three suitors by taking Betty, Veronica, and Cheryl to the prom—only to find their rivalry heating up in the most unexpected ways. Written and drawn by Dan Parent, with inks by Jim Amash and colors by Barry Grossman, this charming 2025 digestspective captures the classic Archie chaos with a fresh, playful energy. The cover by Bill Galvan and Jim Amash perfectly captures the lighthearted tension of the moment.
When star pitcher Zach declares Betty his lucky charm after a home run, she’s momentarily flattered—until she realizes his charm is as fleeting as his attention. The moment takes a turn when Betty sees through his smooth talk, leaving her both amused and unimpressed.
Archie and Cheryl find themselves in the Scottish Highlands with their families, where a mysterious family secret stirs the misty moors. When ancient spirits of their ancestors begin to appear, the teens set out to help them reconnect—before the past truly fades.
Archie tries to keep the peace by inviting Betty, Veronica, and Cheryl to the prom all at once, but when the three girls realize they’re all in the same dress code, the rivalry heats up in a way no corsage could fix. Written by a team known for sharp teen humor, this lighthearted tale captures the chaos of high school romance with a side of glitter and drama.
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↩ Reprints Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #10 (1959), Laugh Comics / Laugh #131 (1962), Archie Giant Series Magazine #21 (1963), Archie #231 (1973), Archie at Riverdale High #20 (1974), Archie's Joke Book Magazine #213 (1975), Pep #314 (1976), Archie and Me #158 (1986), Betty and Me #158 (1987), Betty and Veronica #30 (1990), Betty and Veronica #32 (1990), Betty and Veronica #34 (1990), Archie #382 (1990), Jughead #24 (1991), Archie's Story & Game Digest Magazine #21 (1991), Archie #413 (1993), Archie #424 (1994), Betty and Veronica Spectacular #19 (1996), Archie #473 (1998), Betty #73 (1999), Betty #74 (1999), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #80 (1999), Cheryl Blossom #31 (2000), Veronica #116 (2001), Veronica #137 (2003), Laugh Comics Digest / Laugh Comics Digest Magazine / Laugh Digest Magazine #193 (2004), Betty #156 (2006), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #173 (2007), Veronica #188 (2008), B&V Friends Double Digest Magazine #224 (2012), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #238 (2013), Archie's Funhouse Double Digest #4 (2014), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #243 (2016)
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