Beethoven ##1
Harvey Comics • Beethoven: The New Movie!
Writer
Unknown (Likely adapted by staff writers)
Interior Artist
Unknown (Standard Harvey style adaptation)
Cover Artist
Photo Cover
Publication Date
March 1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Official comic book adaptation of the 1993 film 'Beethoven's 2nd'. The story follows the St. Bernard dog Beethoven as he meets Missy and becomes a father to a litter of puppies. Key characters include George Newton (Charles Grodin), Alice Newton (Bonnie Hunt), and the villainous Regina.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in very high-grade condition within its protective sleeve. Corners look sharp with minimal blunting. The white cover remains bright with no visible staining or foxing. Spine appears tight with no significant color-breaking stress lines visible through the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25 | Graded (9.8): $75 - $125
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this specific 1994 Harvey movie adaptation typically sell between $5 and $15 depending on the buyer's nostalgia. High-grade graded copies are extremely rare on the market due to low demand for grading this title.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. The cost of grading (typically $30-$50) often exceeds the market value of the comic itself for this specific title.
Notable Features
Photo cover featuring the dog actors from the film. Contains 'Beethoven's 2nd' movie logo on the bottom right. Features characters from the hit 1990s family film franchise.
Authentication Notes
Displays authentic 1994 Harvey Comics trade dress, including the 'Harvey' logo in the bottom left and the standard registration marks. Paper stock from this era of Harvey is typically non-glossy newsprint interiors with a slightly higher stock cover.