Criminal

A gritty, character-driven crime saga from Image Comics, Criminal (2019–2020) is a twelve-issue series that delves into the dark, interconnected lives of criminals, cops, and victims in a nameless city. Written by Ed Brubaker with moody, atmospheric art by Sean Phillips, it stands as a masterful exploration of noir tropes, weaving standalone stories into a larger, morally complex tapestry. This run matters as a potent, modern example of the creative duo’s long-running collaboration, delivering sharp, unflinching crime fiction that feels both timeless and urgent.