Dark Horse is an American comic book and art production company that produces best-selling comic book series, graphic novels, and manga. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Milwaukie, Oregon.
- Founded in 1986 by Mike Richardson
- Published its first comic book, Dark Horse Presents, in 1986
- Known for producing popular titles such as Hellboy, Sin City, and The Umbrella Academy
- Acquired the rights to Star Wars comic books in 1991
- Entered into a partnership with Universal Studios in 2018 to produce film and television projects
One of the largest and most popular comic book publishers in the world. It's known for its superhero titles like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman.
Another major comic book publisher that produces popular superhero titles such as Spider-Man, The Avengers, and X-Men.
An independent comic book publisher that produces critically acclaimed titles such as The Walking Dead, Saga, and Spawn.
A supernatural superhero series created by writer and artist Mike Mignola. It follows the adventures of the demonic hero Hellboy, who battles monsters and occult threats.
A neo-noir crime thriller series created by writer and artist Frank Miller. It's set in Basin City, a fictional location inspired by real-life Las Vegas.
A superhero series created by writer Gerard Way and artist Gabriel Bá. It follows a dysfunctional family of superheroes who must save the world from an impending apocalypse.
A series of comic book adaptations and original stories set in the Star Wars universe. The comics are licensed by Lucasfilm and Disney.
It depends on your personal preferences, but some of the most popular titles include Hellboy, Sin City, and The Umbrella Academy.
Yes, Dark Horse has published several manga series, including Lone Wolf and Cub, Blade of the Immortal, and Berserk.
While Marvel and DC are known for their superhero titles, Dark Horse produces a wider variety of genres, ranging from horror to sci-fi to fantasy. Additionally, Dark Horse is an independent publisher, while Marvel and DC are owned by larger media conglomerates.
It depends on the specific title. Some Dark Horse comics, such as The Umbrella Academy, are geared towards young adults and older readers, while others, such as Avatar: The Last Airbender, are appropriate for all ages.
Yes, Dark Horse has entered into a partnership with Universal Studios to produce film and television projects based on their comics. Additionally, several Dark Horse titles, such as Hellboy and The Umbrella Academy, have already been adapted into movies and TV shows.