Marvel Comics has announced its annual trick-or-read title. This is a program that gives comic bookstores the opportunity to hand out free comics during the Halloween season.
Check out the full lineup below!
New York, New York – June 17, 2025 – This October, Marvel Trick or Aleid, the program that gives comic shops the opportunity to distribute recent hit comics to visitors during the Halloween season is back in another year! In the same spirit as Free Comic Book Day, Trick-or-Read is a great way to grab new readers, provide an exciting entry point for the Marvel Universe, and shine a spotlight on today’s most popular heroes.
From the beginning of Godzilla’s pop culture-shattering battle with the Marvel Universe to historical issues and Marvel animation tie-in comics, this year’s Trick-Ore-Reed reprint offers something for everyone, including the younger audience.
Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four #1 Halloween Trick or Reed 2025
Written by Ryan North
Art by John Romita Jr.
Cover by Adam Kubert
The battle of the century begins!
Instant classic for Godzilla and Marvel fans.
King of the Monsters fights the Marvel Heroes in many different eras starting with Marvel’s first family! As King Ghidorah descends on Earth with the Power Cosmic as Galactus’ latest Herald, testify to how Godzilla lore is mixed with the powerful Marvel myth! Can the Fantastic Four stop him from destroying New York along with other planets? With the help of Silver Surfers, it is a spectacular city as Godzilla, joining forces to stop the world from certain annihilation!
Venge: Lethal Protector #1 Halloween Trick or Reed 2025
Written by David Michelinie
Art and Covers by Mark Bagley
Venom’s first solo comic!
Venom’s Solo Run officially begins in time for Milestone Venom #250! Venom’s first starring series was written by Venom co-creator David Michelinie, and portrayed Superstar artist Mark Bagley. In this defining story, Venom escaped from New York and now lives in San Francisco. After flipping the new leaves, Venom decided to become the guardian of the weak and forgotten person. But can Marvel’s deadly guardians really become heroes?
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman #1 Halloween Trick Or Reed 2025
Written by Christos Gage
Art by Eric Gapster
Covered by Leonardo Romero
The first part to Disney+’s hit animation series!
This year, Marvel Animation’s friendly neighbour, Spider-Man, introduced Peter Parker. In this official comic prequel by acclaimed creators Christos Gage and Eric Gapster, he discovers power, decides to become a hero, and even chooses his name and outfit, and takes the first step with him! Peter’s freshman year needs to survive as a vigilante who fights novice crime…and if you think you know what this story will turn out, you’ll be surprised!
X-Men ’97 #1 Halloween Trick or Reed 2025
Written by Steve Foxe
Art by Salva Espin
Cover by Todd Nauk
Prelude of the hit Disney+ show!
The X-Men is back – and the 90s never looked good! In this official comic book prelude to last year’s X-Men ’97, created in collaboration with showrunners, Storm, Jubilee, Wolverine and other beloved 90’s X-Men cast members spent their time before returning home. The series of X-writers Steve Foxe and X-Artist Salva Espin is packed with amazing revelations that directly led to the acclaimed show, making it a must-have for viewers!
Spidey and His Great Friend #1 Halloween Trick or Reed 2025
That’s a tough time!
The first comic perfect for younger readers! Swinging into an all-new collection of adventures with Spidey, Ghost-Spider, Mules, and more, you’ll face classic villains in this epic special. Kids will love this easy-to-read comic sampler, which also includes an action-packed activity page!
Contact your local comic shop for availability of these trick-or-read titles this Halloween season!
