As a lifelong fan of classic movie monsters, I couldn’t be more thrilled about the upcoming comic book series Universal Monsters: The Mummy, brought to life by Eisner Award winner and New York Times bestselling creator Faith Erin Hicks. Set to hit comic shops in March 2025, this four-issue limited series is shaping up to be a chilling, emotional ride through myth and legend.
Hicks, known for her acclaimed works like Pumpkinheads and The Nameless City Trilogy, is teaming up with colorist Lee Loughridge (Standstill) to reimagine one of Universal’s most iconic creatures. This isn’t just a spooky monster tale—it’s a deeply tragic love story woven through ancient curses and modern horrors.
“What I enjoy the most about The Mummy is the romance underlying all the horror,” Hicks shared. “A mortal man defies ancient gods to bring his dead lover back to life and pays the ultimate price, transformed thousands of years later into a walking specter of death.”
This perspective turns the familiar monster into a figure driven by pain, loss, and twisted love—a heartbreaking creature audiences can’t help but empathize with. Hicks’ fresh take centers on Helen Grosvenor, the modern incarnation of The Mummy’s long-lost love. Haunted by a cursed childhood encounter, Helen is drawn back to an Egyptian dig site where fate—and something far darker—awaits her.
Skybound Entertainment’s Editorial Director Alex Antone promised readers an unforgettable experience: “Faith Erin Hicks’ take on The Mummy is singular and breathtaking. While she’s returning to her horror roots, it’s safe to say you’ve never seen Faith Erin Hicks like this before!”
The Mummy continues Skybound’s fruitful collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, following hit series like Dracula, Creature from the Black Lagoon Lives!, and Frankenstein. If those are any indication, we’re in for something truly special.
Mark your calendars: Universal Monsters: The Mummy #1 (SRP: $4.99) rises from the tomb on March 26, 2025, hitting comic shops and digital platforms like Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
Here’s a sneak peek at the stunning covers collectors can look forward to:
- Cover A by Faith Erin Hicks
- Cover B by Joshua Middleton
- Cover C (1:10 Connecting) by Guillem March
- Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Joshua Middleton
- Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Martin Simmonds
- Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Gabriel Rodriguez
- Cover G (1:100 Foil Incentive) by Gabriel Rodriguez
- Cover H Blank Sketch Cover
Whether you’re a horror fan or a newcomer drawn by the promise of epic romance and ancient mystery, The Mummy promises to deliver a tale as timeless as the sands of Egypt—and just as unforgiving. I, for one, can’t wait to see what dark magic Faith Erin Hicks has conjured this time.
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