Tales of Terror Picture Library #1
In "The Day the Worm Turned," a terrifying underground menace emerges when a group of miners vanishes without a trace, leaving authorities baffled. When a second disappearance leads to the discovery of a hidden tunnel, mine manager Peter Travis calls on biologist Sam Lever, who uncovers a horrifying swarm of worms multiplying with alarming speed. The threat escalates when destruction only fuels their spread—until a desperate plan involving sea water offers a glimmer of hope. Cover by Keith Chatto, this 1971 Australian horror tale delivers a chilling blend of suspense and science-fueled dread.
Sell my copy
Have this issue — or a whole collection? Get a fair offer from us, skip the marketplace fees and the hassle.
We Buy Collections ▸Full credits
Full plot ⚠ may contain spoilers
▸ Reveal full plot — may contain spoilers
A group of miners is devoured by a massive worm. The authorities are unable to solve the mystery, but when a second group disappears a mysterious deep tunnel is found in the area. On a hunch, mine manager Peter Travis calls a biologist friend Sam Lever, who discover thousands of worms emerging from the ground. A plane strike shreds the monsters, but new worms grow from each piece. On Sam's advice, the area is flooded with sea water and the worms killed by the salt.
Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).