Rebellion Unveils 2000 AD Art of Dave Gibbons: Apex Edition Oversized Hardcover

Before Watchmen and Martha Washington, there was 2000 AD - and today, Rebellion is proud to announce The 2000 AD Art of Dave Gibbons: Apex Edition. Head to Near Mint Condition today to watch the full announcement video!

The latest in Rebellion's Apex Edition series of oversized hardcover art books, it will feature early work from one of Britain's most distinctive comic artists. Gibbons is known the world over for his partnership with Alan Moore on the groundbreaking superhero series Watchmen.

Gibbons' work appeared from the very first issue of 2000 AD, and he quickly established himself as a pre-eminent talent. His clean lines, bold characters, eye for detail, and inventive imagination won over a generation of readers and marked him out for greatness.

Due for publication on 11th November 2026, The 2000 AD Art of Dave Gibbons: Apex Edition gives readers a unique insight into a pivotal moment in Gibbons' career. It covers his role as the definitive artist on Harlem Heroes, his revamp of Dan Dare, and his co-creation of sci-fi warrior Rogue Trooper - subject of a forthcoming movie directed by Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code).

Inside the Apex Edition

Put together by Rebellion's experienced reprographics and editorial teams, this 128-page collection presents Gibbons' work at its true size. All pages are newly scanned at high resolution from the original artwork, offering an unprecedented up-close look at the work of a comics master.

Measuring 481mm x 371mm, the Apex Edition features work from Gibbons' runs on Harlem Heroes and Dan Dare. It also includes pages from Ro-Busters, its anarchic successor ABC Warriors, Judge Dredd, and Rogue Trooper.

It will also include pages from his first collaborations with writer Alan Moore at 2000 AD, including the time-travel short story 'Chrono-Cops'. Following their work on 2000 AD, the pair went on to redefine the superhero genre with Watchmen for DC Comics. Created with fellow 2000 AD alumni and colourist John Higgins, the twelve-issue 1986 series remains one of the best-known graphic novels of all time.

The 2000 AD Art of Dave Gibbons: Apex Edition (ISBN: 978-1-83786-761-5) is out on 11th November 2026. Available from all good comic book stores and the 2000 AD webshop at 2000AD.com. A special limited edition slipcase version is available exclusively from the 2000 AD webshop.

It's an unmissable package for fans of the Master Artist. Head to the 2000 AD webstore to pre-order The 2000 AD Art of Dave Gibbons: Apex Edition today!