Nina Henderson
Step into the dark and thrilling world of Batman: The Long Halloween, a masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on the Batman universe. Its influence is so profound that it has inspired an animated film and several elements in live-action movies. Now, a new sequel series, Batman: The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween, is set to expand the captivating universe of the original miniseries.
Authored by Jeph Loeb and brought to life by the artistic prowess of Eduardo Risso and Dave Stewart, The Last Halloween #1 unfolds on a Halloween night. Batman, our narrator, reflects on how Gotham City’s perception of the holiday has darkened over time. Amidst this gloom, Jim Gordon and his wife bravely take their son trick-or-treating, even with Two-Face on the prowl.
Get a sneak peek into the first five pages of Batman: The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1 below.
The Last Halloween #1: A New Chapter in the Long Halloween Saga
First published as 13 monthly issues in 1996, The Long Halloween was the sequel to three Halloween specials by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale for Legends of the Dark Knight. Despite being overshadowed by The Long Halloween, these specials were significant in their own right. Loeb’s script seamlessly integrated into the timeline established by Batman: Year One and provided a fresh perspective on Harvey Dent’s transformation into Two-Face. Tim Sale’s evocative artistry further enhanced the allure of the story. The Long Halloween’s success led to two direct sequels, Dark Victory and Catwoman: When In Rome.
Although Tim Sale passed away in 2022, he and Loeb collaborated on one last Halloween special. This story paved the way for The Last Halloween, which Loeb wrote as a tribute to Sale. Eduardo Risso’s artwork, reminiscent of Sale’s style, perfectly complements the original series’ aesthetic.
Get ready for Batman: The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1, hitting comic shops everywhere on September 25, 2024.
