Batman: The Killing Joke Deluxe (New Edition): The Killing Joke Deluxe: DC Black Label Edition

What can I say that hasn't been said. Just read it l, it's the best graphic novel out there (For me at least). Love it! Just know it does get dark.

If you enjoy the adult graphic novels and the Batman is your go to then you can't go much wrong, just enjoy the art work, the story and you can't go much wrong

One of the most iconic Batman stories ever, the perfect fusion of Moore's sardonic prose and brutality storytelling combined with Holland's meticulous light and shadow art. Conceived as a graphic novel it entered canon by virtue of its searing story and gave birth to the new incarnation of Barbara Gordon as Oracle. Leaning into the 'failed comedian' Joker origin and playing on the 'One Bad Day' trope turning a regular Joe into a supervillain, the shocks of this epic Joker tale are in his actions and Batman's reactions. This Deluxe Edition features Bolland's own colouring of his original artwork, a bonus Bolland-penned story with many artwork and cover features. Highly recommended for revisiting an epic story and a must for Holland fans.

The book is a classic Batman story that explores Batman and Joker relationship in just a few short pages. It is well worth the read and the only negative thing I could say about this comicbook is that it doesn't feature it's original vibrant art style that it released with. Still better than the movie though.

An excellent read, I bought this novel blimey years ago I reckon zaap and it was a blamo a good schlap a good read then whamo I bought it for my crrrank nephew who is a total bat caapow man fan i on the other hand am a loyal studge of the hehe he hahaha hoho of the keeerrrrpooow daaah ouch the jok splat er 😀

if is one of the most famous batman graphic novel... there must be a reason. just buy it.

An excellent story with some of the best art in comics. Recoloured by the artist, with some retouching, this looks much better than the original edition. It has since been disowned by it’s author as sexist; I would characterize it more finely as being a tale about men which doesn’t leave space for the tales of the women.

Love it!

Batman: The Killing Joke Deluxe: DC Black Label Edition presents Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s seminal 1988 graphic novel in a refined format, complete with recolored artwork, bonus content, and a haunting afterword from Bolland himself. The story explores the Joker’s origin—“one bad day” that turned a failed comedian into Gotham’s most terrifying villain—and his attempt to prove that anyone, even Commissioner Gordon, can be driven mad under the right circumstances. Moore’s writing is taut and philosophical, while Bolland’s crisp, expressive linework heightens the emotional and psychological tension throughout. This edition includes a recoloring that shifts away from the original’s surreal palette to a more subdued, realistic tone, which some fans find deepens the story’s psychological impact. The infamous scene involving Barbara Gordon remains a point of debate, raising questions about narrative agency and the use of trauma in storytelling. Despite its controversy, The Killing Joke is widely regarded as a defining moment in Batman lore—an intense meditation on madness, morality, and the blurred line between hero and villain. The deluxe format adds value for collectors and longtime fans, offering a polished presentation of a graphic novel that continues to provoke and resonate

Esta edición de Batman: The Killing Joke es sencillamente espectacular. El guion de Alan Moore y el arte de Brian Bolland siguen siendo una combinación perfecta, con una historia oscura, intensa y psicológicamente brillante que profundiza como pocas en la relación entre Batman y el Joker. La edición deluxe está muy bien cuidada: tapa dura, excelente calidad de impresión y colores que realzan cada viñeta. Leerla en inglés permite disfrutar del tono original de los diálogos, que es una delicia para los fans del cómic. Sin duda, una pieza imprescindible en cualquier colección de DC Black Label o del universo Batman.

La persona a la que se lo regale termino muy contento y satisfecha, gran novela.

A tight gripping movie moment for Batman. Alan Moore is a master story teller!

As advertised. With the new Bolland Brown colouring.