Landmark “Detective Comics #1000” to Feature Powerhouse Lineup of DC Talent Just in Time for Batman’s 80th Anniversary Celebration

As part of DC’s year-long global celebration of Batman’s 80^th anniversary, DC is publishing a momentous 1,000^th issue of “Detective Comics”—the series that introduced the world’s most popular Super Hero and the title from which the DC brand was born. This must-have collector’s item debuts March 27, 2019 and includes all-new stories plus a wraparound cover from the powerhouse art team of fan-favorite artist Jim Lee, inker Scott Williams and colorist Alex Sinclair.

“Detective Comics #1000” is highlighted by an original story from the team of writer Peter J. Tomasi and artist Doug Mahnke that not only launches a new story arc but introduces a new version of the Arkham Knight to DC comics canon. Tomasi is no stranger to this character, having written his video game origins in 2015’s “Batman: Arkham Knight – Genesis” miniseries.

“Detective Comics #1000” also features a two-page spread spotlighting the current state of the Batman universe by Jason Fabok, plus a treasure trove of original stories from a who’s who of comic writers and artists, all honoring the milestone anniversary of The World’s Greatest Detective, including:

• Kevin Smith and Jim Lee
• Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev
• Warren Ellis and Becky Cloonan
• Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen
• Denny O’Neil and Steve Epting (a sequel to O’Neil’s 1976 “Detective Comics” story “There’s No Hope in Crime Alley”)
• Christopher Priest and Neal Adams
• Geoff Johns and Kelley Jones
• Tom King, Tony Daniel and Joëlle Jones
• Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo
• James Tynion IV and Alvaro Martinez

“Batman is one of the most enduring characters in popular culture, and his debut in ‘Detective Comics’ represented a pivotal moment in comics and pioneered a new type of superhero that would appeal to every generation,” said DC Publisher Dan DiDio. “Batman continues to have an impact on entertainment worldwide and the 1,000th issue of ‘Detective Comics’ is a testament to the creative genius of Bob Kane and Bill Finger and is a fitting tribute to Batman on his 80^th anniversary.”

To further celebrate the Caped Crusader’s 80-year legacy, “Detective Comics #1000” will offer an extensive retailer variant cover program. Hardcore collectors will want to get their hands on this series of variant covers showcasing the Dark Knight through various decades from iconic Batman artists such as Steve Rude, Michael Cho, Jim Steranko, Bernie Wrightson, Frank Miller, Tim Sale, Jock and Greg Capullo—plus an homage to Jerry Robinson’s cover of November 1942’s “Detective Comics #69” by Bruce Timm.

This 96-page oversize collector’s edition issue will be available at comics retailers and digitally on March 27, 2019, for $9.99. More details on the cross-company festivities for Batman’s 80^th anniversary will be released in the coming months. Visit www.dccomics.com or the DC YouTube channel for the latest news and updates.

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