The Murder of King Tut
IDW · 2010 · 5 issues
About the series
In 2010, IDW published The Murder of King Tut, a five-issue miniseries that reimagines the ancient pharaoh's death as a cold-case murder mystery. Written and illustrated by the celebrated Darwyn Cooke, the story interweaves modern-day investigation with a dramatic retelling of Tutankhamun's life and the political intrigue of his court. Cooke's signature clean, expressive style brings both the 1920s archaeological discovery and the opulence of ancient Egypt to vivid life. This series stands as a compelling, creator-driven take on historical true crime, showcasing Cooke's singular talent for blending genre storytelling with visual elegance.