Often regarded as one of the most important science fiction comics ever released.
! Trivia:
In the strip H1760, published 21 November 1959, it is possible to see a stone that commemorates the first human landing on the Moon, noting that it happened on 4 August 1969.
Thus, Sydney Jordan and William Patterson forecast the real date of this event with an error of only two weeks, ten years before Neil Armstrong made the first descent to the Moon surface on July 21!
The greatest space adventurer and fighter of interstellar wars is JEFF HAWKE, the James Bond of the galaxies.
The cartoon spaceman has won many awards for his creator Sydney Jordan. Fantasy is Jordan's great asset as a draughtsman and writer. He moves you a million miles in a twink and his space perspectives are masterly.
Sydney Jordan was born in Dundee, Scotland. By the age of ten he was drawing 'science fiction' pictures of a kind; building model airplanes to satisfy a passion for World War I aircraft, looking at the stars through an old naval telescope. Thus was sown the seeds of his career.
The artist was trained as an aeronautical engineer. Aircraft and space seem to provide the widest possible scenario for the strip hero he had in mind.
The strip JEFF HAWKE first appeared in the Daily Express on 15th February 1954.
A typical Jordan thought:
"The history of man is the story of 800 ghosts, standing at my back. Only 800 ancestors ago, I was a hominoid, just emerging from the ape. And 650 ancestors ago, I was still living in a cave."
"Yet think - today man's footprint is on the moon. On this time-scale Jeff Hawke's journeys to the stars are not fantasy. They are the events of tomorrow."
Jeff Hawke Episode List
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1 Space Rider
2 The Martian Invasion
3 The Search For Asteron
4 The Threat Of The Past
5 Opposite Power
6 Sanctuary
7 Unquiet Island
8 The Castaway
9 Out Of Touch
10 The Dream Pedlars
11 Poles Apart
12 Sacrifice
13 Time Out Of Mind
14 Overlord
15 Survival
16 Wondrous Lamp
17 Counsel For The Defense
18 Pastmaster
19 Immortal Toys
20 The Ambassadors
21 The Gamesman
22 A Test Case
23 Pass The Parcel
24 The Changeling
25 Rip Van Haddow
26 Prodigal Son
27 Uncanny Deep
28 Winner Loses All
29 Faery Land Forlorn
30 A Foreign Body
31 Moonstruck
32 The Helping Hand
33 Anti-gravity Man
34 Made In Birmingham
35 The Oil Rig
36 Incognito
37 The Great Atlantic Crossing
38 Getaway
39 Ghost Errant
40 A Word Of Advice
41 The Intelligent Ones
42 Wildcat
43 Overland
44 The Engine That Worked On Grass
45 The Hole In Space
46 The Venusian Club
47 Cataclysm
48 The Poltergeist
49 Rogue Star
50 The Day The Moon Nearly Exploded
51 The Strange Ship
52 Daughter Of Eros
53 S. O. S.
54 Rescue Party
55 Chacondar!
56 The Book Of The Worlds
57 Time Is Out Of Joint
58 Someday I'll Find You
59 The Bees On Daedalus
60 Here Be Tygers
61 Selena
62 Sitting Tenants
63 Shorty's Secret
64 On The Run
65 The Comet's Tale
66 The First Person Plural
67 The Winds Of Mars
68 Moratorro
69 Heir Apparent
/and many, many more….
If I leave this town, I'll go out horizontal!' - tensions explode in Carrizal when a former soldier seeks work at the Cattle Agency, only to face the iron grip of Mac Cain over the town's employment.
A classic Western confrontation from Wes Slade, illustrated in bold black and white by Harry Bishop, originally featured in the Sunday Express.
Diamond Lil is a feisty 75-year-old widow living in Turkey Knuckle, Indiana, who doesn't suffer fools, or anyone else for that matter, gladly. Her interests include telling people what she really thinks, hot bingo and cold Schlitz. She also has a thing for Pat Sajak's butt.
Ralph Hagen launched The Barn in 2008. It follows the daily adventures and mishaps of a curious sheep named Rory and a sarcastic bull named Stan. The storylines mimic the everyday experiences of their human keepers.
Set on a farm, next door to a veterinary clinic, Stan and Rory usually spend time with the owner and vet, Brenda.
Ralph’s work has appeared in outlets such as Reader’s Digest, Saturday Evening Post and Woman's World. He dedicates The Barn to his biggest fan, his father.
"The longest running daily cartoon strip by a single author is "Bristow" by Frank Dickens (UK) which has been in continuous publication since first published in the Aberdeen Press & Journal on 18th September 1961".
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The greatest hero any world has ever known - from its surreal beginnings to its improbable middle.
A Temp, a Travel Agent and a Lawyer by day. Their free time is is taken rather less seriously!
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In the middle of the ocean there's a tiny island where the sun always shines and the waters are warm. These shores are home to the Fish Tales Crew!
Classic Western Action in Dodge City
Marshal Matt Dillon is the law in Dodge City, a rugged frontier town rife with danger and adventure.
Based on the iconic CBS TV series Gunsmoke, starring James Arness, Gun Law brings the Wild West to life with gripping tales of cattle rustling, gunfights, and frontier justice.Created by award-winning artist Harry Bishop, this daily comic strip ran in the Daily Express from 1957 to 1975, earning acclaim for its dynamic storytelling and authentic depictions of Western life.
Bishop’s artistry, influenced by legends like Norman Rockwell, captured the essence of the Old West and earned him multiple accolades, including the British Cartoonists Award in 1965 and Best Dramatic Strip Cartoonist in 1975.
Our favourite fables in strip cartoon format:
- The Ugly Duckling
- Little Mermaid
- The Emperor's New Clothes
...and many more tales
Everyone's favourite secret agent in vintage comic art.
Step into the world of 007 with the James Bond newspaper comic strips, first published in the Daily Express in 1958.
Adapted from Ian Fleming’s groundbreaking novels, which began with Casino Royale in 1953, these strips brought Bond’s thrilling adventures to life for a new audience. Illustrated by John McLusky and later other renowned artists, the series ran for 25 years, producing over 6,500 strips across 52 story arcs.
From Casino Royale to The Spy Who Loved Me, these comics faithfully adapt Fleming’s original stories, showcasing Bond’s iconic missions, villains, and charm. A cornerstone of British pop culture, these strips are perfect for syndication or reprint. Relive the legacy of James Bond through his original comic adventures!
Often regarded as one of the most important science fiction comics ever released.
Jeff Hawke: Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Comic Adventure
Explore the visionary world of Jeff Hawke, the science fiction comic strip that redefined storytelling in the Daily Express from 1955 to 1974. Created by Sydney Jordan, this strip delivered intelligent, sophisticated narratives with stunning black-and-white art.
A cult favourite in Europe, Jeff Hawke remains a celebrated gem of comic history. Discover the strip that pushed the boundaries of science fiction.
Step into the delightful world of The Gambols, the beloved British comic strip created by Barry Appleby.
First published in the Daily Express on March 16, 1950, the strip humorously chronicles the everyday lives of George and Gaye Gambol, a happily married suburban couple. Written with input from Appleby’s wife, Doris "Dobs" Appleby, the stories capture relatable moments, from Gaye’s shopping adventures to George’s DIY mishaps.
Running for nearly 50 years in the Daily Express before moving to the Mail on Sunday in 1999, The Gambols remains a timeless celebration of middle-class life and lighthearted humor. Perfect for fans of classic comics and nostalgic storytelling!
The joys and predicaments of parenting have spawned a stream of funny and poignant observations from the pen of Steven Appleby.
WuMo celebrates life's absurdity and bittersweet ironies, holding up a funhouse mirror to our modern world and those who live in it.
Facts and figures in strip cartoon format. Did you know that tomatoes were thought to be poisonous by the British until the last century?
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Step into the golden age of comics with the Express Newspaper Comic Archive, a collection of some of the most beloved and influential comic strips ever published.
From the thrilling espionage of James Bond to the interstellar exploits of Jeff Hawke, the heartwarming humor of The Gambols, the gritty Western tales of Wes Slade, and the action-packed drama of Gun Law, this archive offers something for every comic enthusiast.