Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Alison Flood

Betty #9

Oct 1993 · Archie · 1.25 USD; 1.25 CAD

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In "The Play's the Thing," Archie, Betty, and Veronica take a glamorous turn in a 1930s-style Hollywood musical parody, with Archie as the charming dancer "Redd," Betty as the radiant "Ginny," and Veronica playing the ambitious studio boss’s scheming daughter. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Rex W. Lindsey, with inks by Rudy Lapick and colors by Lindsey, the issue captures the sparkle and flair of old Hollywood, all brought to life on a cover by Dan DeCarlo and Alison Flood.

Contains 4 stories

The Play's the Thing

5 pp · Teen

Forge Ahead

6 pp · Teen

In "Forge Ahead," Betty uses her knowledge from a criminology book to uncover Reggie's scheme to drive Archie and Veronica apart—so he can pursue Ms. Lodge. With sharp instincts and a knack for deduction, she’s determined to outwit him before the friendship fractures.

Musical Notes

6 pp · Teen

Redd and Ginny

6 pp · Teen

In this playful 1930s Hollywood musical parody from Betty #9, Archie takes on the role of "Redd," a charming dancer paired with Betty as the radiant "Ginny," while Veronica plays the scheming studio boss’s daughter. The story captures the glitter and glamour of golden-age musicals, blending dance, romance, and backstage intrigue in a lighthearted, stylized tale.