“One of the weirdest and freshest comics I’ve read in a while, filled with crime, humour, heart, amazing artwork, and of course, Gorillas!” —Jeff Lemire, Sweet Tooth, Crowbound
“Funny, poignant, and timely, which is unusual for a story involving intelligent gorillas.” —Mark Waid, Kingdom Come, Daredevil
“Delves into the complexities of trying to do the right thing while staving off the lure of fame and fortune.” —Erica Schultz, Spawn: Rat City, Daredevil: Woman Without Fear
Image Comics is pleased to unveil an exciting teaser trailer for the upcoming series launch Crimes Against Nature by Eliot Rahal (Bleed Them Dry, Cult Classic) and Mattia Monaco (Eat Your Young, Knock ‘Em Dead). This neo-noir series is set to launch this September from Image Comics and already has the industry abuzz with early praise.
Best described as Koko the gorilla meets The Usual Suspects, Crimes Against Nature will also boast extra special variant covers by Monaco as well as fan-favorite artists Stipan Morian (20th Century Men), Tyler Boss (You’ll Do Bad Things, What’s the Furthest Place from Here?), and a Witchblade Team-up variant by Gavin Smith.
In Crimes Against Nature, famous Hollywood Animal Trainer, Doctor Kermit Groedan, and his only client/best friend—Amigo the Ape, the first gorilla ever nominated for an Academy Award—are framed for a crime they didn’t commit. Now they’re on the run. And to clear their names and save their lives, Kermit and Amigo will be forced to reveal their darkest secrets and confront each other’s hidden past. Will their friendship be able to survive?
Crimes Against Nature #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 23:
- Cover A by Monaco – UPC: 70985304857200111
- Cover B by Stipan Morian – UPC: 70985304857200121
- Cover C 1:25 copy incentive by Tyler Boss – UPC: 70985304857200131
- Cover D 1:50 copy incentive by Monaco – UPC: 70985304857200141
- Cover E by Gavin Smith Witchblade Team-Up variant – UPC: 70985304857200151
Crimes Against Nature will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.Early praise for Crimes Against Nature:
“Crimes Against Nature is one of the weirdest and freshest comics I’ve read in a while, filled with crime, humour, heart, amazing artwork, and of course, Gorillas!” —Jeff Lemire, Sweet Tooth, Crowbound
“There is a primal, unpredictable love between this ape and his man that bleeds off the page. DOCTOR Kermit Groedan and Amigo are my new favorite dynamic duo.” —Henry Zebrowski, Last Podcast on the Left, DC Comics’ Soul Plumber
“Eliot is one of the most original storytellers I’ve ever met, and Crimes Against Nature breathes life back into the bygone ‘The best friend is a gorilla’ genre with each page dripping with Mattia Monaco’s gorgeous art and designs.” —Emily Hampshire, Schitts Creek, 12 Monkeys
“Fame and fortune often come at a price. And when you’re just two regular guys (a doctor of Animal Science and an Actor Ape) hoping for a shot at success, that price turns out to be more than they expected. Eliot Rahal takes you on a whirlwind of an adventure in the high-stakes and unpredictable world of Hollywood, and Mattia Monaco gives us some incredible cartooning with an aptly cinematic style that really brings the story to life.” —Steenz, Heart of the City
“Funny, poignant, and timely, which is unusual for a story involving intelligent gorillas.” —Mark Waid, Kingdom Come, Daredevil
“Not all heroes wear capes. Not all gorillas like bananas. And not all animal activists are pure of heart. Crimes Against Nature delves into the complexities of trying to do the right thing while staving off the lure of fame and fortune.” —Erica Schultz, Spawn: Rat City, Daredevil: Woman Without Fear
“Crimes Against Nature zigs just when you think it’s going to zag, it’s a showbiz crime thriller that is—and I’m so happy to write this—part PT Barnum, part HACKS, and part CASINO. I’m never happier than when I read something totally unlike any other book on the market—and this is right there, folks! A man and his ape against the world…there will be trouble.” —Steve Orlando, Midnighter, Martian Manhunter
“Put one scientist and one sign-language-using gorilla together, and what do you get? CORRECT! A sleazy, sinister, alcohol-soaked buddy comedy crime thriller! DO NOT MISS IT!” —Zander Cannon, Sleep, Kaijumaxx
“Eliot Rahal’s signature approach to examining the absurdities of life by telling stories set in over-the-top, absurd situations continues in his new series Crimes Against Nature. Witty, acerbic, angry, satirical, and funny, Rahal and Monaco craft a wholly original crime thriller, leaving you constantly guessing as to what is coming next. Twisty, unpredictable, and gorgeous, I would like the next issue now, please and thank you.” —Phillip Sevy, She Comes With Magic, X-Men
“Crimes Against Nature is the kind of heartfelt crime story that I’ve been craving. Rahal and Monaco have crafted an immensely fun story that you don’t want to miss!” —Kenny Porter, Operation: Iron Coffin, Superman: Father of Tomorrow, Power Rangers Unlimited