The Walking Dead Signed Editions Reference

The Walking Dead is Kirkman’s 193-issue Image Comics series (2003–2019) following survivors of a zombie apocalypse. The AMC television adaptation (2010–2022) became one of the most watched cable shows in history, transforming the comic from a modest independent title into a global franchise.

Key Issues

• #1 (October 2003): First printing, Tony Moore cover. NM: $2,000–$5,000+. Signed: $3,000–$8,000.
• #2–10: Increasingly scarce early issues. First printings: $100–$1,000.
• #19: First appearance of Michonne. $100–$300.
• #27: First appearance of the Governor. $75–$200.
• #100: Death of Glenn. Multiple variants. $10–$50.
• #193: Final issue. $5–$20.

Collected Editions

Hardcover volumes, compendiums, and an omnibus edition. Signed collected editions carry modest premiums ($15–$40) given Kirkman’s accessibility.