The Keep
IDW · 2005–2006 · 5 issues
About the series
In 2005, IDW Publishing released a five-issue miniseries based on F. Paul Wilson's horror novel The Keep—a stark, supernatural tale set against the backdrop of World War II. The story follows a German garrison stationed in a remote Carpathian fortress who awaken an ancient, malevolent force imprisoned within its walls, leading to a tense confrontation between human ambition and inhuman evil. Writer Joe R. Lansdale and artist Tim Truman brought their gritty, atmospheric sensibilities to this adaptation, capturing the novel's blend of historical dread and Lovecraftian horror. Though brief, The Keep stands as a faithful and visually striking translation of a cult classic, notable for its taut pacing and Truman's moody, shadow-drenched art.