This is a complete list of Star Trek comics published by Gold Key (with GEMs highlighted). For each comic listed, there are links to the following: (a) Wiki page (from the Grand Comics Database, or GCD), (b) e-book (available upon request), and (c) More info on each comic (via optional posts by various contributors). [Note: In some cases where there is a set of consecutive issues listed as one entry, the Wiki link takes you to the first issue in the set, and the ‘Next Issue’ link will take you to the later issues.]
Please note that the list is sortable by each column. (Multiple levels of sorting are possible by sorting more than one column in succession, from lowest to highest.) You can also do an instant filtering of the table by entering a character string in the ‘Search’ field.
The Star Trek comic series published by Gold Key Comics played a significant role in expanding the beloved sci-fi franchise beyond the realm of television. The comic book was launched in 1967, a couple of years after the original Star Trek TV series, and it lasted much longer than the TV series (until 1979). Like the TV show, the comics featured the adventures of Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock and the crew of the USS Enterprise in the form of serialized episodes, providing fans with new interstellar missions and encounters. The stories in the comics were generally different from those in the TV shows, though sometimes they featured the same characters in sequels to the TV stories. These comic books captured the spirit of exploration, diplomacy and camaraderie that defined Star Trek, offering readers the ability to escape beyond the boundaries of the television screen.
The Star Trek comic books employed talented writers and artists who skillfully rendered the iconic characters and starships, ensuring a visually engaging experience for readers. Notable contributors to the series include writers Dick Wood, Len Wein and Arnold Drake, and artists Alberto Giolitti and Al McWilliams. The comics showcased detailed depictions of alien planets, cosmic phenomena and exciting space battles, immersing readers in the vastness of the Star Trek universe. Overall, the Gold Key comic series became a beloved companion to the TV series, offering fans new adventures in the final frontier and further cementing the franchise’s enduring popularity. These comics have become collectibles of lasting value and have their own fan base among Trekkies. A guide to all 61 Star Trek comics published by Gold key can be found here.
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