MAD About DC # 1 2026 Cover A First Printing 2026 BN

MAD About DC # 1 is a 64-page one-shot comic book parody arriving on April 1, 2026. This special issue features an all-star lineup of comic book veterans who "lovingly roast, parody, and generally make a mess of" the iconic DC Universe characters. 

Key Details 

• Editor: Chip Zdarsky serves as the guest editor.
• Contributors: The issue includes work from high-profile creators such as Matt Fraction, Gail Simone, Skottie Young, and Seth Meyers.
• Classic MAD Features:
• Sergio Aragonés: Contributes "A MAD Look at Comic Book Stores".
• Fold-In: A classic DC Fold-In by Charles Soule and Ryan Browne.
• Spy vs. Spy: A "Guy vs. Spy" parody.
• Content: Expect sharp, fearless satire of DC heroes and concepts, ranging from Superman and Batman to the Lasso of Truth. 

Pricing and Variants 

The issue is available with several cover options: 

• Main Cover: By Dan Panosian ($7.99)
• Cardstock Variants: By Simon Bisley and Chip Zdarsky ($8.99)
• Foil Variant: By Dan Panosian ($10.99)