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Kolchak Meets the Classic Monsters # 1 Cover

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Location: Wagner, Matt - B&W Covers and Illustrations
Title: Kolchak Meets the Classic Monsters # 1 Cover
Artist:  Matt Wagner (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Cover
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 41
Likes on CAF: 7
Comments: 6
Added to Site: 4/20/2026

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When I was 12 years old in 1975 I saved up my money and bought a 12" black and white television for my bedroom.  My parents did not allow me to watch it after my 9:30pm bedtime, but I have fond memories of pretending to be alseep in my room on Friday nights and secretly watching Kolchak: The Night Stalker. It was a weekly tv series staring Darren McGavin as Carl Kolchak a Chicago newspaper reporter who investigated mysterious crimes.  Each week Kolchak would cross paths with a different supernatural menace.  Watching these episodes in black and white provided a pretty spooky viewing experience for 12 year-old me and, while dated now, some of the episodes (and the two movies that preceeded the tv series) hold up pretty well today!

This cover brings back some great childhood memories for me and having it created by one of my favorite comic srtists and pal, makes it extra special!

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Michael Kenyon Member Since 2008
Posted On 4/21/2026

I grew up on Kolchak. I still watch from time to time. This is a wonderful snapshot of a usual day at the office for our hero.

stephen yarish Member Since 2004
Posted On 4/21/2026

Loved the tv show as a kid!  Awesome cover!

Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 4/21/2026

 "I tell you, I killed a wolf! A plain, ordinary wolf!"

Scott Green Member Since 2003
Posted On 4/21/2026

Loved Kolchak too! One of my favorites growing up! Great cover by Matt! Congrats!
Kavi H Member Since 2018
Posted On 4/21/2026

Awesome cover and story! It's hard to top the feeling when great art evokes childhood memories as far as this hobby goes. 

E DLS Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/22/2026

Great show, fun piece.

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