This Blog Is Haunted (UPDATE)

Coming next in February: This Magazine is Haunted #12--- in its ENTIRETY! Four chilling stories about demonic damsels, flesh crazed scientists, corpse mutilation, and an evil martian menace! See ya tomorrow for the start of this 3 day fest, and don't forget about the Tales of Horror contest located in yesterday's posts... you have until midnight tonight to get your answers in and possibly win a great Golden Age comic book! Good luck to everyone that enters.

A Gravedigger’s Terror

The Groovy Age of Horror blog recently had some interesting posts on nazi horrors, so I thought I’d join in the atrocities with this unevenly illustrated tale of German wartime betrayal and torture. And while we’re at it let’s throw in a vampire and a zombie because apparently the ratzis aren’t monsters enough.

From the December 1952 issue of Mysterious Adventures #11

Some Creepy (NEWS)

Dark Horse has announced a hardcover archive collection of Warren Publishing’s groundbreaking Creepy Magazine coming this June. Volume One reprints the first five terrifying issues of the original run, reprinted for the first time ever in the original magazine size format, and featuring work by such comics luminaries as Bernie Wrightson, Neal Adams, Joe Orlando, Al Williamson, Reed Crandell, Jack Davis, Alex Toth, Frank Frazetta and many more!

B&W, 232 pages, $49.95 / Click HERE for more info!

Tales of Horror (CONTEST)

I’m giving away an extra copy of the August 1954 issue of Tales of Horror #12. This copy isn’t in the greatest shape but it is complete, and it’s 100% FREE. Let’s call it a G – VG. So here’s the deal: below are 6 random screen captures from some 70’s horror films, whoever correctly names / identifies the most films (by the number in the bottom left-hand corner of each) wins, or the first person to name them ALL correctly wins. Enter as many times as you like, you can change your answers, use life-lines, wild guesses, whatever it takes.



FYI: since so many of you post anonymously all entries should include a name and an email address (you don’t want someone else taking credit for your impeccable film knowledge!) You may also email your answers here: karswell@hotmail.com The winner will be announced on February 1st. Good luck!

***CLUES***
#1 is a Spain / Italy production
#2 stars a Frank Zappa look-a-like
#3 the director died in a helicopter crash
#4 stars a famous male actor with a woman’s first name
#5 was made for TV
#6 was originally rated X in the UK

The Pallbearers

Here’s another story from Tales of Horror #12, courtesy of comicbook legend Myron Fass. And don’t forget to check out the contest post today on how you too can actually own the comic book containing this story!

From the August 1954 issue of Tales of Horror #12

Welcome to My School

Today I present the first story in a two-day Tales of Horror fest. And in a first for this blog--- tomorrow I will reveal a special CONTEST where you can actually win yourself a genuine pre-code comic book! The same comic in fact that today and tomorrow's stories are scanned from. But more about that on Wednesday… for now, here’s our first tale, and it’s one that I can totally relate with because ::SPOILER:: the school I went to was also ruled by Satan.

From the August 1954 issue of Tales of Horror #12

Urban Dead (GAME)

For those of you into online gaming here’s one that sounds fun: Urban Dead is a multiplayer zombie-infection web-game from the creator of Zombie Infection Simulation. The synopsis: help evacuate (or loot) a quarantined city--- or join the evil shambling hordes and chow down!

Click HERE for more info, and to start playing!

The Executioner

Here’s a violent little Mister Mystery tale… it’s more on the “crime” side of horror, but still worthy of inclusion here since it contains some brutal SOTI style axe swings to the head.

From the June 1954 issue of Mister Mystery #17

60’s Horrorama! (NEWS)

This Wed Jan 30th on TCM, get set for a horrorfest of the highest order: The Terror (1963), Horror Castle (1963), Castle of the Living Dead (1964), The Haunting (1963), Children of the Damned (1964), Eye of the Devil (1967) and more!

Go to TCM for more info and showtimes in your area!

The Man Who Owned a Ghost!

Seems like I do a lot of Bill Everett posts doesn’t it? But you know what? He’s the greatest! Re-reading Mr. Door Tree’s “Zombie!” post the other day only solidifies this fact. And today’s tale with its astonishingly terrifying spectre of evil is further proof of Everett’s genius.

From the March 1952 issue of Astonishing #10

They Call Me Butch (NEWS)

For all you Munsters fans in LA, actor Butch “Eddie Munster” Patrick will be on hand at Burbank’s Dark Delicacies on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. to sign copies of his new book EDDIE MUNSTER aka BUTCH PATRICK. Butch will also be selling signed photos and autographing other items, check the Dark Delicacies site HERE for all the info on this event as well as all the other upcoming signings featuring Ray Harryhausen, Steve Niles, Reggie “Phantasm” Bannister, Susan T. Hitchcock, and more! God I miss LA…

Dial… City Morgue!

Today we have a Strange Tales double header, and leading off with heavy hitter Sol Brodsky (sounds like a baseball player name doesn’t it?) and a spooky story featuring a unique twist on the “haunted phone” scenario that’s so popular these days, especially in modern Japanese horror films (and the crummy redundant American re-makes.)

From the December 1951 issue of Strange Tales #4

It!

It’s John Romita’s turn at bat with one of his earliest Atlas assignments, a weird tale of toddler terror, from the same issue of Strange Tales as our other post today. Enjoy!

From the December 1951 issue of Strange Tales #4

The Bride of Frankenstein—IN COLOR!

No, it’s not some crummy colorized version of the movie, it’s a beautiful, digitally hand tinted photo from Dream Pin-Ups and currently for auction on eBay HERE along with many other classic Hollywood icons in full color. These limited edition prints are quite simply stunning!

Click HERE to see more amazing transformations from black and white to color, and maybe buy a print or two while you’re at it.

Tales From the Pub: The Death Napkin (VIDEO)

If you're a fan of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra and can't wait for the sequel, then in the meantime head over to youtube and check out the Tales from the Pub series from Larry Blamire and company. These tremendous film shorts, (a dozen or so in all) are like a Twilight Zone episode gone horribly hilarious. Check them out NOW! Here's one of my favorites, The Death Napkin!

Death’s Highway

Buckle up because today we’re taking a swift and terrifying ride down Death’s Highway! Better pack a sandwich and some clean underwear too, you probably won’t make it back.

From the January 1954 issue of Web of Evil #10

The Lost Skeleton Returns Again (UPDATE)

Filmmaker Larry Blamire emailed me yesterday to report that pre-production on the sequel to The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra (2001) has begun, with shooting to commence in late February! He also graciously included a complete cast listing (see below.) Fans of the first film will be jumping for joy at all the familiar actor names and characters returning!

General Scottmanson...............H.M. Wynant

Reet Pappin...............................Frank Dietz

Sandra Fleming.........................Christine Romeo

Peter Fleming............................Brian Howe

Betty Armstrong.......................Fay Masterson

Handscomb Draile....................Robert Deveau

Carl Traeger..............................Kevin Quinn

Dr. Paul Armstrong...................Larry Blamire

Gondreau Slykes.......................Daniel Roebuck

Lattis....................................Susan McConnell

Kro-Bar.....................................Andrew Parks

Jungle Brad................................Dan Conroy

Dr. Ellamy Royne......................Trish Geiger

Animala.....................................Jennifer Blaire

Chinfa........................................Alison Martin

Bentivegitantus..........................John Stuart West

A big thanks to Larry for the update. Check back for more info as it becomes available and of course don’t forget to visit The Bantam Street website for the scoop on all of their brilliant productions! http://www.bantamstreet.com/

Happy Birthday! (NEWS)

Birthday beauties abound this month! Sharon Tate, gorgeous late wife of legendary film director Roman Polanski, and tragic victim of the moronic Manson Family, star of Eye of the Devil (’66) and my all-time favorite vampire movie The Fearless Vampire Killers, or: Pardon Me, But Your Teeth Are in My Neck (’67), born this day in Dallas TX in 1943. R.I.P.

Wings of Wickedness

Today we wrap up our Ace fest with a neat vampire tale, sort of a companion piece to Sharon Tate’s birthday and her amazing performance in The Fearless Vampire Killers. Also, please do not fret, I sincerely promise to post more Ace stories in “the future--- where you and I will spend the rest of our lives.”

From the July 1953 issue of Baffling Mysteries #16

Zombie! + RECOMMENDED BLOG

I just noticed that Mr. Door Tree posted Stan Lee and Bill Everett's awesome story ZOMBIE! (from the July 1953 issue of Menace #5) in it's entirety on Monday. So for a bonus tale of pre-code horror today I recommend you head on over to his great Golden Age Comic Book Stories blog by clicking HERE (scroll down a bit once you're there), it's a truly excellent post from one of the absolute best blogs on the web! Bookmark it, updates daily...

Vampira Memorial Fund (NEWS)

For more info enlarge image above or click HERE.

Jason and the Argonauts (NEWS)

A giant rampaging bronze statue, the dreaded 8-headed Hydra, ravenous harpies, and the ferocious deadly skeleton army! Don’t miss Jason and the Argonauts, a Ray Harryhausen stop-motion, epic monster masterpiece, this Friday, January 25th on TCM.

Click HERE for more info and showtimes in your area!

Talisman of the Evil Brood

Before you read today's tale, heed this warning--- never scoff at the supernatural!

From the November 1953 issue of The Beyond #23

Happy Birthday! (NEWS)

Actress Linda Blair, star of modern horror classics like The Exorcist, Hell Night, Summer of Fear and more, born this day in my dear hometown of St Louis MO in 1959.

Candles for the Undead

Here’s a gruesome concept: what happens when you make candles from the tallow of human corpses? Once again Ace pushes the boundaries of good taste for a shocker that somehow still manages to be a tad bit classier than the other publishers, courtesy of some top notch art and writing.

From the November 1954 issue of The Beyond #29

Doom Smoke

I spotlighted Ace Magazines a few months ago with a 7 day tribute and everyone seemed to really enjoy it. So here we go again but we’ll just do 4 days this time, and kicking it all off with a great tale featuring one of the best splash panels I’ve ever seen. Anyone know the artist?

From the November 1954 issue of The Beyond #29

The Stroke of 12

Rex Lane, “Solver of the Supernatural” is one of four individual stories featured in issues #21, 22, and 23 of Atlas Comics’ Young Men series. Other stories in this run of the series revolve around a war hero, a race car driver, and a boxer. But to me, Rex Lane’s tales of ghostly hauntings are the best of the lot, as he attempts to disprove the supernatural, but instead always manages to discover that the sinister forces of darkness do indeed exist. With excellent art from George Tuska, today’s entry features a phony séance that turns out to be anything but. Now if only Lane’s catty girlfriend Belle wasn’t so annoying!

From the October 1953 issue of Young Men #23

Johnny Gruesome (BOOK NEWS)

I haven’t read this one yet but it sounds interesting (for those of you into “splatter fiction”) and it’s already recieving bucket loads of bloody rave reviews. Check out the EC inspired cover art too. For more info click HERE.

The Living Head

I have a couple spooky severed head stories for you today for Double Post Saturday… so hang on to your own noggin’ as we let’em roll!

From the April 1953 issue of Forbidden Worlds #16

The Thing That Couldn't Die (TRAILER)

In celebration of our “head” stories today, how about a trailer for this underrated 1958 gem… 50’s horror trailers don’t get much more eerie than this one.

The Death Head!

Want some more head? Well here you go… just in case the other post wasn’t nasty enough for you, some death head!

From the October 1952 issue of Mysterious Adventures #10

Cloverfield

Thumbs Up!

The Red Spider

Quick! Grab a can of bug spray and a hot babe in a low cut blouse--- and call a hunky entomologist! It's spider fightin' time!

From the July – August 1952 issue of Witchcraft #3

Solomon Kane (NEWS)

Robert E. Howard, creator of Conan and countless other awesome epic fantasy legends, was also a phenomenal author of terrifying horror fiction. I’ve mentioned here many times in the past of his excellent contributions to the Lovecraft Mythos, and now recent news has me more excited than ever that my favorite REH creation about a wandering puritan / monster slayer named Solomon Kane is finally coming to the big screen. Not much real info available as of yet, but apparently production began this month. Let’s cross our fingers and hope that Bassett’s final product is on par with John Milias’s great Conan the Barbarian from 1982, and not at all like Nicolella’s cheeseball Kull the Conqueror from 1997.

For more info click HERE!

Percepto Records

In case you missed them (like I did), Percepto Records, the company that brought us great horror soundtracks for Phantasm, Mad Monster Party, Haunted Palace, and The Eye Popping Sounds of Hershell Gordon Lewis (to name just a few), released some really cool horror soundtracks last year like The Ghost & Mr. Chicken, The Fly trilogy (sold out), Fear No Evil and more!

Click HERE for sound clips, cover art, liner note details and more!

The Thing in the Pool

Here’s a nice looking Myron Fass classic with a great cheesecake splash and a weirdly beaked, tentacled creature out for blood! It’s a slick terror tale, though it sure takes the long way around to telling a simple revenge story (10 pages?!) Still a winner though.

From the September 1952 issue of Tales of Horror #2

Happy Birthday! (NEWS)

John Carpenter, legendary horror director of Halloween, The Fog, Escape from New York, The Thing, Prince of Darkness, They Live, and many more, born this day in Carthage, New York 1948.

The Little Soldiers

The August 1953 issue of Adventures into Weird Worlds #21 contains today's story called The Little Soldiers. Without spoiling the plot, let’s just say that this “living toys” tale found it’s way many times into a variety of film and TV series episodes over the years in many entertaining, (and not so entertaining) variations. My personal favorite, and most similar to today’s post, is the Siege of 31 August (episode 5) from the excellent but very short-lived horror TV series Darkroom from 1981. Are there other versions of this tale? Let me know.

Where the Wild Things Are (NEWS)

Today’s post is more for me and my son than anyone else out there reading this, but if you’re like us and obsessed with this timeless Maurice Sendak story then the news is this: a recent test screening in LA of Spike Jonze's new film adaptation of Where the Wild Things Are seems very positive as those lucky enough to have been in attendance have already been hitting the boards and proclaiming it’s gonna be great (when it’s actually finished.) Well, I know one kid who’s going to love it no matter what. And so will my son.

For more info click HERE!

Targets on TCM (NEWS)

Sorry about the last minute update, but I just noticed that one of my favorite Karloff movies is on TCM tonight, Peter Bogdonovich’s 1968 cult classic Targets. It’s a very different kind of Karloff horror film and I don’t dare give too much away about it… but it’s excellent none the less so check it out if you haven’t already.

My Coffin is Crowded

Like our post from yesterday, here’s another pre-code Atlas tale from 1952 that found it’s way to TV screens a decade later, this time on Alfred Hitchcock Hour’s 50th episode. Re-titled The Final Escape, it aired on February 21st, 1964 and consistantly manages to chill the spine of all new generations that have viewed it since. Apparently this plot was revived in the 80’s version of the Alfred Hitchcock Presents series as well. Again I ask, “Which one is best?” Are there other pre-code versions of this tale? Let me know.

From the Spring 1952 issue of Suspense #16

Going My Way?

For the next few days I’ll be posting pre-code stories that have a peculiar similarity to certain popular TV episodes and or films that came decade/s later. Today’s 1952 comic story for example was resurrected and modified 8 years later as The Hitch-hiker episode from The Twilight Zone (Season 1 Episode 16) and first aired Jan 22nd, 1960. Fast forward another two decades and here comes another somewhat altered variant as a segment in Creepshow 2, also called The Hitch-hiker. (“Thanks for the ride lady!”) Which one is best? Are there other pre-code versions of this tale? Let me know.

From the June 1952 issue of Marvel Tales #107

Until Dawn

More rarities from the DRKRM gallery site! Apparently they ran a photo exhibit called Until Dawn: The Iconography of the Horror Film, and this time the camera focus was on silent era creepies with rare stills from Nosferatu, London After Midnight, Haxan,Vampyr, plus familiar Tod Browning and James Whale classics, and much more. These photos are a real treat, especially the series of nine pix taken of Bela Lugosi from The Thirteenth Chair. Enjoy! http://drkrm.com/invite4.html

The Lonely

Ahhh, beautiful blue sky, crystal clear ocean waves, warm sandy beach, and a stinking rotten corpse that just won‘t go away… perfect! This is easily one of my all-time favorite Howard Nostrand yarns.

From the February 1954 issue of Black Cat Mystery #48

Heritage Horrors (NEWS)

I received the new issue of Heritage Magazine in the mail the other day and found something definitely worth mentioning. Christopher Lee’s cape from Hammer’s Horror of Dracula (’58) is scheduled for auction on April 5-6th.

For all the fascinating info and cape history check out the auction preview scan below.


And here’s a scan of Heritage’s top poster auctions from last year (look at those prices!) The Bride of Frankenstein original went for an astounding $334,600!

FYI: This latest issue of Heritage also comes with an 11 x 17 inch reprint of the Bride poster as a fold-out bonus! To get your FREE subscription to this great auction magazine visit their website and sign up! It's full of amazing information on all types of collectables from every known catagory imaginable: http://www.ha.com/magazine/

Cult of Evil

Moving right along here in Harvey Hell (or “Heaven” if that’s how you wanna play), today we have a cute Lee Elias classic with a whimsical array of violent stabbings and bloody black magic to enlighten your wonderfully cheery weekend. Tra-la-la-la-lahhhhh…

From the July 1952 issue of Tomb of Terror #2

Val Lewton: The Man in the Shadows (NEWS)

This Monday, January 14th at 8pm, catch the world premiere TCM original documentary, Val Lewton: The Man in the Shadows, followed by an 8 film marathon of Lewton’s greatest movies: Cat People, I Walked with a Zombie, The Leopard Man, The Seventh Victim, Isle of the Dead and more!

Check TCM for info and showtimes in your area.

The Crypt of Death

No matter how many times someone enters a cursed tomb (in the name of science of course), you know it’s never going to turn out as planned. Harvey legend, Rudy Palais knows this, of course...

Also from the July 1952 issue of Tomb of Terror #2

Vampira R.I.P. (NEWS)

In the first truly heartbreaking bit of news for 2008, Maila Nurmi, famous for her portrayal of Vampira, has passed away peacefully in her sleep at home at age 86. Funeral arrangements are pending as Maila had no relatives. Her friends are currently trying to aquire a spot at Hollywood Forever Cemetery for her and will likely plan some sort of hearse procession.

For more info click HERE.

The Unburied Mummy

It’s been a month or so since we had a spooky mummy story… so here you go! “Spooky Mummy Friday” lumberin’ atcha--- and some great Bob Powell artwork too!

From the June 1952 issue of Witches Tales #11

Deviant Art

James Glover is a digital artist from Québec who is highly influenced by the covers from Eerie Magazines (as well the pre-code horror reprints that haunt their inner pages.) The twist here is that James takes the covers and mutates them into a naughtier, gorier, more modern 3D presentation. Click HERE to see his gallery of work, but be warned--- ADULTS ONLY!

(FYI: It’s free but you may need to join deviantART to access the images.)


MONSTER UNIVERSITY
For all kinds of super cool, rip-roaring monster fun, check out Mike Von Hoffman’s awesome Monster University site featuring his always excellent pre-code inspired artwork, comics, music, etc… you name it, he’s got it!

Click HERE to enter the MU!

Evil Dead #1 (COMIC NEWS)

Part One of Mark Verheiden and John Bolton’s new and fully authorized 4-part comic book mini-series adaption of the original Evil Dead (’81) is now available. Full color, 32 pages, and $2.99, from Dark Horse Comics.

Click HERE for more info.

Monster Maker

Here’s another thinly veiled re-telling of Frankenstein that plays perfectly as a duel chrome-domed, creature double feature alongside yesterday’s rampaging beast post.

From the June 1952 issue of Witches Tales #11

The Thing From the Center of the Earth

For the rest of the week I’m turning this blog into Harvey Hell with a full blown terror fest of mummies, mad scientists, evil cults, and rotting corpses. But first up---

THE THING FROM THE CENTER OF THE EARTH!

Originally presented in the June 1952 issue of Tomb Of Terror #1

Meet the Monsters (NEWS)

This might be old news to some but it’s amazing news none the less for Abbott & Costello fans like myself. Cantina Pictures are producing a two-minute test film for a proposed ANIMATED feature called Abbott and Costello Meet the Monsters, a horror / comedy based on 1948’s A & C Meet Frankenstein, but with the stylized look and feel of Mad Monster Party! And this time the classic comedy duo will also encounter The Creature, Mr. Hyde, The Bride, The Phantom, and The Mummy too!

Click HERE to find out more, and then view photos of early model sculpts, animated storyboards, conceptual sketches, posters, a test script and more!

Corpses… Coast to Coast!

From the same issue of Voodoo as yesterday’s post comes this eerie tale of a future world overrun by the undead, but with a really wild “zombiocracy” twist. This would probably make a great George Romero plot, that is, once he ever runs out of zombie movie ideas of his own. “I have a dream…”

From the March - April 1954 issue of Voodoo #14

Frankenhooker (DVD NEWS)

For you adventurous types with non-discriminating tastes in kooky horror / comedies, Frankenhooker comes to DVD today in a “Special Edition” version. It’s not my favorite Frank Henenlotter film (that would be Basket Case ‘82), but this is still very worthy of a rent if you haven’t seen it. A med school doofus loses his fiancé in a lawnmower mishap and after saving only her head begins luring prostitutes to their doom so he can obtain the body parts to rebuild her. And that’s just the beginning!

Click HERE for more DVD info, and click HERE to see the trailer.

Nevermore

Stumbled onto this LA gallery site the other night and was blown away by an amazing exhibit from 2006 entitled Nevermore: The Edgar Allan Poe Films of Roger Corman. Featuring two full web pages of gorgeous color and black & white prints with rare AIP production art, contact sheets, import posters, candid behind the scenes pix of Price, Steele, Karloff, Shepherd, Lorre, Chaney Jr., Rathbone and more, I think you’ll agree there are some truly stunning shots here: http://drkrm.com/corman.html

Heads of Horror

This is probably the third post I’ve done with a story of this name, or at least a slight variation on the words “head” and “horror.” But whatever, this yarn still stands on its own, and in typical Farrell fashion rates as absolutely one of the most cockamamie mad scientist entries ever.

From the March - April 1954 issue of Voodoo #14

The Fly (NEWS)

I can’t believe this is even happening, there’s actually another film version of The Fly currently in production??! Is it possible that someone could be this UN-original? Well whatever eventually happens it can’t be any worse than the overrated Cronenberg version from ’86, and there’s not much info at IMDb about this “remake of a remake” yet either (click HERE.)

Still, as I say “no thanks” to this one, I want to give a positive “yes thanks” to Brian Solomon and his great Vault of Horror blog. He posts tons of informative horror movie news with some really excellent updates o’plenty for 2008--- check it out!

The Parasite!

First came the worms, then the maggots, then The Fly news. And today we’re still crawling over your skin, this time with a weird tale about an insideous parasite with a mind of it’s own. I warned you this weekend was gonna be icky...

From the February 1952 issue of Adventures into Terror #8

The Worm

Things are really going to get icky around here this weekend, especially if you’re one to loathe slimy things that squirm in your dirt… as well as your flesh.

From the May 1952 issue of Spellbound #3

The Worms Crawl In (POEM)

And now for a more detailed description of how those wicked wigglies attack a body in a grave. You probably sang this one as a kid, well, you probably sang some of it… but how many of you actually know ALL the words?

The worms crawl in, the worms crawl out,
They crawl in thin and they crawl out stout.
They bury you deep in a deep dark hole,
They leave you there to decay and mold.

The worms crawl in, the worms crawl out,
They eat your guts and they spit them out.
The worms crawl in, the worms crawl out,
The worms play pinochole on your snout.

The worms crawl in, the worms crawl out,
The worms play pinochle in your snout,
They eat your guts, and spit them out,
And then they use them for sauerkraut.

Did you ever see a hearse go by,
And think that someday you'll prob'ly die?
They put you in a little box,
And cover you up with dirt and rocks.

The worms crawl in, the worms crawl out,
The worms play pinochle on your snout.
Your guts they turn a slimy green,
And then they come out like whipping cream...

The Maggots!

So how do we follow up a story and poem about disgusting worms you ask? Why, we post a disgusting story about maggots, that’s how!

From the May 1953 issue of Adventures into Terror #19

The Blob (CD NEWS)

Now on CD! The Blob (and other creepy sounds) features the complete Ralph Carmichael score from the 1958 movie, plus every film cue, as well as music not heard in the picture. (And yes, the famous Burt Bacharach / Mack David novelty song is included!) The remainder of the CD is packed with superb horror and suspense cues, including pieces used in Green Slime, Brain That Wouldn’t Die, and Terror From the Year 5000--- for a total of 57 tracks!

Click HERE for audio clips, more info, and to order!

Almost Human

If you possess a phobia about having your tongue ripped out… well… let’s instead quote a character from our next story: “What sort of fantastic butchery has been taking place here?” Indeed.

From the November 1953 issue of Beware #6

Happy Birthday! (NEWS)

Legendary Oscar winning actor turned B-movie Thing with Two Heads, Ray Milland, star of classics like The Uninvited, Dial M for Murder, Premature Burial, and "X" The Man with X-Ray Eyes, as well as camp classics such as Panic in Year Zero!, Terror in the Wax Museum, The Dead Don't Die, Frogs, and many many other genre favorites, born this day in Neath, Glamorgan, Wales, UK, 1905. R.I.P.

The Dead Who Walk (Part 3)

And now, the soul-searing finale' to The Dead Who Walk (aka The Trapped Ego! or --- Combat in the Abyss!) Thanks to those who hung in here for this whopper of a tale! If you enjoy these multi-day, giant sized one-shot posts, please let me know.

Published in 1952 by Realistic Comics

The Dead Who Walk (Part 2)

Antagonists From The Grave! or --- The Midnight Visitor!

Published in 1952 by Realistic Comics

To be concluded…

The Dead Who Walk (Part 1)

Happy 2008! To kick off the New Year I’ve got something special for you, it's a fantastic pre-code horror comic one-shot called The Dead Who Walk. Conveniently broken into 3 parts (7 pages each), for the next three days you’ll follow the haunted adventures of a brother and sister trapped in a senses-shattering spiral of violent, supernatural evil.

Published in 1952 by Realistic Comics

To be continued…