Batman Returns ##1 (Special)
DC Comics • Batman Returns: The Official Comic Adaptation of the Warner Bros. Motion Picture
Writer
Dennis O'Neil
Interior Artist
Steve Erwin / José Luis García-López
Cover Artist
Steve Erwin / José Luis García-López
Publication Date
1992
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The official comic book adaptation of the 1992 Tim Burton film. Feature Batman (Bruce Wayne) facing off against The Penguin (Oswald Cobblepot) and Catwoman (Selina Kyle) in Gotham City during the Christmas season.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The spine appears relatively straight but shows some minor white ticks/stress marks. The bottom left corner adjacent to the spine shows slight rounding or blunting. Surface gloss is high, and the white area containing the 'Take the movie home!' text is bright without significant staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $15.00 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $100.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue averaged between $8 and $12. High-grade slabbed copies (9.8) have fluctuated but generally sell under $100 due to high print volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The current market value of a high-grade copy does not significantly outweigh the costs of grading fees, shipping, and insurance, unless the book is a guaranteed 9.8 or 9.9.
Notable Features
Features the likenesses of Michael Keaton, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Danny DeVito. This issue was also released in a 'prestige format' (cardstock cover), but this specific copy is the standard newsstand/direct floppy version.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC product from 1992. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting. Correct price of $2.50 for the era.