Sherlock Holmes # 1 1975 FN/VF

Sherlock Holmes #1 is a Bronze Age comic book published by DC Comics with a cover date of September–October 1975 (released on September 10, 1975). Edited and scripted by legendary writer Dennis O'Neil, this issue was part of DC’s mid-70s corporate initiative to experiment with faithful, atmospheric adaptations of classic literary properties.

Issue Breakdown

• Story Adaptations: The 36-page issue adapts two iconic Sir Arthur Conan Doyle stories:
1. "The Final Problem": Explores the fateful, fatal confrontation between Sherlock Holmes and his criminal arch-nemesis, Professor Moriarty, at Reichenbach Falls.
2. "The Adventure of the Empty House": Chronicling Holmes's shocking resurrection and his return to London to solve a locked-room sniper mystery.
• Creative Team: Written by Dennis O'Neil, with interior pencils and inks by Filipino artist E.R. Cruz, whose heavily shadowed, moody linework beautifully captured Victorian London.
• Cover Art: Features an incredibly striking and famous front cover illustrated by master comic artist Walt Simonson.
• Publishing Fate: Though originally planned as an ongoing series, sales targets were not met. DC canceled the title immediately after this release, turning this debut into a one-shot standalone issue.