Abrams ComicArts launched the third volume of the publisher’s series bringing together The Simpsons classic comics “Treehouse of Horror” – completing an omibus trilogy, which brings together every issue of the iconic comic book iteration of the Halloween-themed anthologyreleased over more than twenty years, in three must-have hardcover editions.
Screen Rant is pleased to share an exclusive look at “Margemary’s Baby” – written by acclaimed comic book author Gerry Duggan, with art by esteemed illustrator Philo Noto – a story of Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3: Diabolical fables of diabolical delicacies.
Originally published in 2012, the story of Duggan and Noto is a classic Simpsons film parody, reworking the events of the notorious 60s horror film Rosemary’s Baby through the perspective of Springfield’s most beloved couple, Homer and Marge Simpson.
“Fiendish Fables Of Devilish Delicacies” completes the trilogy of the Simpsons TREEHOUSE OF HORROR comic book collection
Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3 – Available now from Abrams ComicArts
Over the past few years, Abrams ComicArts has worked diligently to collect all Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror comic book in beautiful collector’s editions, a project that reached its peak with Volume 3: Diabolical Fables of Diabolical Delicacies. The publisher described the final collection in the series this way:
Packaged in a deluxe glow-in-the-dark scalloped slipcase, Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3: Fiendish Fables of Devilish Delicacies is the perfect addition to any Simpsons collection.
With this trilogy now released in full, Simpsons fans need look no further than Sinister bus series to explore the entire history of Treehouse of Terror in comic form.
“Margemary’s Baby”… Rosemary’s Baby parody by writer Gerry Duggan and artist Phil Noto, shows how the rhythm and tone of The Simpsons the humor is translated into comic book form.
“Margemary’s Baby” is just one example of the many hilarious stories from Simpsons comic book story contained in Volume 3; the Rosemary’s Baby parody by writer Gerry Duggan and artist Phil Noto shows how the rhythm and tone of The Simpsons the humor is translated into comic book form. This has always been especially apparent in the franchise Treehouse of Terror comics, in which various comic book creators over the years have been able to use the legendary characters in truly uninhibited – and unbalanced – ways.
The Simpsons: Treehouse Of Horror Omnibus Series Celebrates The Franchise’s Greatest Holiday Tradition
Volume 1: Scary Tales and Scariest Tentacles Available now from Abrams ComicArts
As explained by publisher Abrams ComicArts:
The Treehouse of Horror began as an annual Halloween tradition on The Simpsons starting during the second season in 1990. In 1995 the first of 23 comics were produced featuring all-new stories written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in comics and entertainment.
When the first Treehouse of Terror comics were being produced, the television version of the anthology episode was still in the process of becoming an essential part of the The Simpsons. Now, it’s arguably considered the franchise’s biggest annual tradition – still Even the show’s most hardcore fans might not realize this Treehouse of Terror has also been an annual comics anthology for over two decades. For those who can’t get enough SimpsonsAbrams’ Sinister bus series is the perfect place to turn.
Volume 3 of the series, as Volume 1: Scary Tales and Scariest Tentacles and Volume 2: Deadtime Stories for Boos & Ghoulshonors this long legacy of Treehouse of Terror comics, which sometimes contained stories that rivaled the best the TV incarnation had to offer. Whatever its quality, there is a large quantity of Treehouse of Terror comics to dive into and for Simpsons For fans, encountering any new version of their favorite characters, especially in scary situations, must be exciting.
The Treehouse Of Horror trilogy is a must-read for any longtime Simpsons fan
Volume 2: Deadtime Stories for Boos & Ghouls – Available now from Abrams ComicArts
Comic book fans will be excited to discover which of their favorite comic book creators have contributed stories to the Treehouse of Terror comics over the years; Once again, Gerry Duggan and Phil Noto’s “Margemary’s Baby” is a perfect example, as they have both been praised for their work in the industry for years. While the story may be a footnote in the history of their careers, it is one of many classic entries in Simpsons comic book tradition, which the annual Treehouse of Terror special has been at the forefront since its inception.
More than just a multimedia franchise, The Simpsons has become a pop culture institution over almost four decades, and the role of comics in consolidating this legacy deserves to be reevaluated. Treehouse of Terror is fundamental to this, and longtime fans should absolutely understand the Sinister bus trilogywhich finally concluded with the publication of Volume 3: Diabolical Fables of Diabolical Delicaciesto take a stroll through the noisy world of The Simpsons in comic book form.