The Adventures of Barry Ween, Boy Genius
Image · 1999 · 3 issues
About the series
Judd Winick’s The Adventures of Barry Ween, Boy Genius is a gleefully irreverent Image Comics series that launched in 1999 and continues in sporadic bursts. It follows the hyper-intelligent, foul-mouthed ten-year-old Barry Ween and his best friend Jeremy, whose wild inventions and scientific breakthroughs inevitably lead to chaos. Winick writes and draws the entire series, giving it a singular, energetic voice that balances sharp humor with genuine heart. Its enduring charm lies in its refusal to take itself seriously, making it a cult favorite for readers who love smart, silly, and surprisingly tender adventures.