Creepy Archives #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis hardcover collection reprints the first five issues of the classic horror anthology Creepy, originally published by Warren Publishing in the mid-1960s. Featuring iconic work from artists like Steve Ditko, Al Williamson, and Reed Crandall, the volume showcases the series' blend of macabre tales, gothic atmosphere, and EC Comics-inspired storytelling. It includes the debut of Uncle Creepy, the series' host, and a wealth of black-and-white horror, science fiction, and fantasy shorts that defined a generation of comics.
"Voodoo!" from Creepy Archives #1 (2023) delivers a chilling tale of isolation and doubt, set against the stark landscapes of New Mexico. Written by Archie Goodwin and brought to life with stark, atmospheric art by Reed Crandall, the story follows a lone hunter who rescues a girl from a fanatical group claiming her family is cursed—only to question whether the curse might be real. Frank Frazetta’s haunting cover captures the story’s eerie tone, making this a standout entry in the series.
In "Voodoo!" from Creepy Archives #1, unemployed Frank dreams of carefree days and endless drinks—until his wife Sylvia’s growing obsession with voodoo turns their home into something far darker. When Frank kicks her out, he doesn’t expect her to return with a vengeance tied to ancient rituals and secrets best left buried.
In "Vampires Fly at Dusk!" from Creepy Archives #1, the quiet village of Elden Hollow is thrown into dread as bodies are discovered each dawn, drained of blood. With whispers growing and fear spreading, the townsfolk turn their eyes to Count Orsini, the reclusive newcomer who now lives in the crumbling villa on the hill.
In "Spawn of the Cat People," a lone hunter in the New Mexico desert stumbles upon a girl imprisoned by a fanatical group who claim her bloodline is cursed. After rescuing her, he begins to question whether their fears were rooted in something far more unsettling than superstition.
In "Haunted!" from *Creepy Archives #1*, Mr. George takes possession of a crumbling hotel long shrouded in whispers and dread, determined to spend the night despite the chilling warnings that linger in its halls. With no one else to hear his resolve, he steps into the shadows of a place where the past refuses to stay buried.
In "Family Reunion!", Jack Cartwright inherits the family farm after his father Benson’s death, but with his two older brothers set to claim their shares, he takes drastic steps to claim it all for himself—only to find that the land has a memory of its own. Written by an unnamed author and illustrated by an unnamed artist, this eight-page tale from Creepy Archives #1 blends quiet dread with the unsettling weight of blood and inheritance.
In "Sand Doom," Whitey abandons his friend in the merciless desert, only to stumble upon the long-lost treasure vault of Goddess Nepthy—its entrance sealed by towering sand viper snakes. The story unfolds as he faces the deadly guardians in a desperate bid to survive the shifting sands and ancient traps.
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↩ Reprints Creepy #1 (1964), Creepy #2 (1965), Creepy #3 (1965), Creepy #4 (1965), Creepy #5 (1965)
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