The Exorcism at 1600 Penn #1

Writer: Hannah Rose May Artist: Vanesa Del Rey Publisher: IDW Publishing Release Date: October 16, 2024 Cover Price: $4.99 Critic Reviews: 6 User Reviews: 2
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This October, IDW debuts a chilling new four-issue original supernatural horror series perfect for fans of the Nice House on the Lake and the Haunting of Hill House.From the pen of rising comics writer Hannah Rose May (Rogues' Gallery) and acclaimed artist Vanesa Del Rey (Scarlet Witch).
Kelly Doyle has just been elected the first woman president of the United States of America, and boiling political tension could spill over at any second. Having to balance being a mother to two teenagers and navigating the shifting media landscape, all while preventing World War III, has Kelly spread thin, but she could never predict that the nation's ha more

  • 9.5
    Nerd Initiative - Matthew Roth Oct 16, 2024

    There is a lot of mystery and story-building happening in this opening issue of The Exorcism at 1600 Penn. Slowly showing us the darker forces at work while building this subplot of more happening at large within the. White House and Beyond gives the reader something to be hooked on. Looking to cozy up with a spooky comic this season? The Exorcism at 1600 Penn is the right one to kickstart your night! Read Full Review

  • 9.5
    AIPT - David Brooke Aug 28, 2024

    Definitely preorder Exorcism at 1600 Penn, especially at $4.99 and 52 pages long. This is a memorable, tension-filled horror story, not unlike Longlegs, but it is also relevant as it captures today's temperature and leans into the dynamics of politics. The psychological horror grabs you by the throat and forces you not to look away. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Capes & Tights - Justin Soderberg Aug 28, 2024

    The Exorcism at 1600 Penn #1 is a gripping tale that defies genre conventions with its blend of political drama and supernatural horror. Just in time for spooky season, a political horror offers a new take on familiar themes, making it a standout comic. This new series showcases the kind of innovative storytelling that sets creator-owned comics apart from mainstream titles, more of what we want to see coming from outstanding publishers like IDW Publishing. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    ComicsOnline - Zoe Gaussoin Sep 11, 2024

    Artist Vanesa Del Rey had a thoughtful approach to their empathic interpretation of some of the more subtle tones and foreshadowing that May carefully hinted at, helping them envelop the reader into the story. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally Oct 16, 2024

    Del Rey delivers some fantastic art throughout the issue. The visuals have a wonderful style and tone that perfectly matches the tone of the story. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Graphic Policy - Brett Oct 16, 2024

    The Exorcism At 1600 Penn #1 is an interesting comic that does what horror often does so well, comments on today's world. It's a story whose guts isn't that far off from reality. It shows us a world where the true horrors are on a screen in our pocket and in our hand. Read Full Review

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