15 Murder Mystery Comics We Recommend

15 Murder Mystery Comics We Recommend

In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 15 murder mystery comics we recommend. Whether you’re a seasoned comics reader.

Batman: The Long Halloween

Batman: The Long Halloween

Jeph Loeb’s Batman comics typically feature intricate storylines, an ensemble cast of iconic Batman characters, and a murder mystery that ties them all together.

Murder Me Dead by David Lapham

Murder Me Dead by David Lapham

Murder Me Dead is a critically acclaimed murder mystery comic series created by David Lapham. The story follows a wealthy man named Martin.

Kill or be Killed by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips

Kill or be Killed by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips

Kill or be Killed is a gripping murder mystery comic series created by the acclaimed duo of Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips. The story follows a young man named Dylan.

The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips

The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips

The Fade Out is a critically acclaimed murder mystery comic series created by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips. Set in the 1940s, the story follows a screenwriter named Charlie Parish.

Sin City: The Hard Goodbye by Frank Miller

Sin City: The Hard Goodbye by Frank Miller

Frank Miller’s Sin City is one of his most popular creator-owned comics, known for its dark and brooding crime dramas filled with stylish violence and sex. The franchise began with The Hard Goodbye.

Identity Crisis by Brad Meltzer

Identity Crisis by Brad Meltzer

Brad Meltzer, known for writing crime dramas and political thrillers, brought his expertise to his comic book work with Identity Crisis. The story begins with the murder of Sue Dibny, the wife of Elongated Man.

Torso by Brian Michael Bendis

Torso by Brian Michael Bendis

Brian Michael Bendis is a well-known name in the comics industry, but it wasn’t always that way. One of his early works, Torso, helped him establish himself as a talented writer and artist.

She Died In Terrebonne by Kevin Church

She Died In Terrebonne by Kevin Church

She Died in Terrebonne, a web comic turned graphic novel, is a murder mystery that succeeds in large part due to its focus on character and setting. Writer Kevin Church and artist T.J. Kirsch.

Daredevil: End of Days by Brian Michael Bendis

Daredevil: End of Days by Brian Michael Bendis

Daredevil: End of Days, like Marvel’s “The End” series, presents the final story of the character. The comic starts with Daredevil’s death at the hands of Bullseye, and his last word prompts journalist Ben Urich.

Richard Stark’s Parker: The Hunter by Darwyn Cooke

Richard Stark’s Parker: The Hunter by Darwyn Cooke

Parker: The Hunter is a graphic novel adaptation of the crime novel by Richard Stark (a pen name for author Donald E. Westlake), written and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke.

Road to Perdition by Max Allan Collins

Road to Perdition by Max Allan Collins

Road to Perdition is a graphic novel by Max Allan Collins and Richard Piers Rayner. Set during the Great Depression, it follows the story of Michael O’Sullivan, a hitman for the Irish mob.

Criminal: The Sinners by Ed Brubaker

Criminal: The Sinners by Ed Brubaker

If you’re searching for a compelling crime comic, look no further than Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips’ Criminal. Each of the series’ six arcs presents a self-contained tale featuring complex characters entangled in illegal activities.

Watchmen by Alan Moore

Watchmen by Alan Moore

Although it may not be the first thing that comes to mind for most fans, Watchmen is essentially a murder mystery story that begins with the death of former superhero and government agent.

Sandman: The Doll’s House by Neil Gaiman

Sandman: The Doll’s House by Neil Gaiman

“Sandman: The Doll’s House” by Neil Gaiman and Mike Dringenberg can be considered a murder mystery in a supernatural context. The story revolves around Dream, also known as Morpheus.

Locke & Key: Welcome to Lovecraft by Joe Hill

Locke & Key: Welcome to Lovecraft by Joe Hill

“Locke & Key: Welcome to Lovecraft” is a horror and supernatural comic book series that also features elements of a murder mystery. The plot revolves around the Locke family.