THE INCRUDIBLE IRA FRIEDMAN

— NOTE: BUSINESS (TRADING) CARD
— FIRST HANDED OUT AT DESIGNER-CON, NOV 22ND-24TH 2019
— IMAGE ALSO LOCATED WITHIN 2020S2 35TH ANNIV. SET AS CARD SP6

Up until July 31, 2023, the iconic Ira Friedman had worked on all of the global licensing and publishing deals for The Topps Company and was responsible for the many contractual GPK license agreements (as demonstrated in artist Joe Simko's artwork above and below) that collectors have seen and appreciated over the years, especially since the explosion of agreements that started in 2019. As of August 1, 2023, Andrew Goodman (Vice President and General Manager of Culture & Entertainment, Fanatics Collectibles) at Fanatics, Inc. will be assisting with the licensing role until a permanent replacement is assigned, however, a slowing down of new and exisiting GPK agreements over this period will most likely take place; so collectors may see a slight or significant reduction of product and items as 2024 rolls around.

(THE) END-OF-AN-ERA IRA

Per July 5, 2023, email correspondence: "The photo of me was taken recently at the Licensing Expo in Vegas. The one-of-a-kind lunchbox memento is courtesy of the guys at Get A Grip skateboards." Artwork by JOE Simko. Photo credit: UNK.

It's All About Fans First! by Ira Friedman

Ever since my first publishing gig at STARLOG and FANGORIA sci-fi and horror magazines in the late '70's, it's always been about the fans. In 1980, when I worked at Lucasfilm Ltd., I saw firsthand how much care and attention George Lucas placed on fostering an authentic connection with Star Wars fans everywhere. When I later branched off on my own, I produced official tie-in magazines for fan-fueled properties including: BladeRunner, The Goonies, Gremlins, Back to the Future, among others, and created the official E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Fan Club for Amblin Productions and Universal Studios.

When the Garbage Pail Kids blindsided the world in 1985, it didn't take long for me to get hooked on everything GPK. In 1987, I acquired the publishing rights for an official "one-shot" magazine, based on the ill-fated Garbage Pail Kids movie. The film tanked at the box office yet has become a cult favorite to some many years later. While not particularly fond of the movie, it did not undermine my fascination with this quirky and outrageous property. Nor did it discourage the legions of fans who just couldn't get enough of GPK.


ARTIST JOE SIMKO : VP OF LICENSING & PUBLISHING AT TOPPS IRA FRIEDMAN : GPK HISTORIAN (ME) — MAY 27, 2023, EATALY NYC

In 1988 I joined Topps as the company's Director of New Product Development. I got to 'play' in the firm's non-sport 'sandbox' and spent much time immersed in things like Wacky Packages, Mars Attacks, along with many outside licenses and other company creations, most notably Garbage Pail Kids. My obsession with this irreverent-yet-adorable, controversial-yet-hilarious brand was in full blossom. While I was technically in charge of the GPK trading card program, the bulk of the credit goes to the artists - both back in those halcyon days and to the current times - whose incredible artwork and boundless creativity hit a nerve that continues to reverberate throughout the fan community.

In more recent times I have functioned in the role of chief architect of the GPK licensed merchandise business. It's been a blast working with like-minded partners from all areas of commerce as they've passionately translated GPK into a wide variety of innovative consumer goods. This diverse range of official products span: Monopoly board games, 8-bit video games, middle-school books by R.L. Stine, comics written by Adam F. Goldberg, a stunning 78-card Tarot Deck and the upcoming, first-ever GPK Pop-Up book, plus a myriad of amazing toys and lots of other cool stuff.

My 33+ year love affair with GPK is about to come to its professional end as July 31 will be my last day at Topps/Fanatics. The company has assembled a competent team to carry the torch and I look forward to seeing GPK persevere, prosper and continue to charm and infatuate the "little kid" inside us all. As for me, while GPK will always hold a special place in my heart, it's time to move on and explore other opportunities. Thanks to every one of you for being a part of my GPK adventure and for allowing me to play some part in your GPK experience. In my book, it's always been—and always will be—about fans first! - Ira Friedman, July 2023

GPK: ORIGINS — COLLATED STORY TPB — POUND (MOCK UP) & LAGO (HOBBY?) COVER
DYNAMITE ENT. — AUG230238 (ORIG. JAN239284) — UPC 978152412374150999 — PAGES: 80 — PB/SOFTCOVER
ISBN-13: 9781524123741 — ISBN-10: 1524123749 — DIMENSIONS: 6(W)x9(H)x0(D) — WEIGHT: 1.11PDS
In Shops (Hobby): Aug 09, 2023 — Retail: Aug 22, 2023 — Age Range: 12 Years & Up — SRP: $9.99

Readers can get the trade paperbacks for Garbage Pail Kids: Origins and Madballs vs. Garbage Pail Kids. These two critically acclaimed titles offer the gross-out fun that fans of the franchise have come to expect and love, from two unique angles. Plus, this limited time direct offer will be the only way to get exclusive trading cards!"



Per website: Brand New Garbage Pail Kids Graphic Novels & Trading Cards! The Garbage Pail Kids are BACK! The wacky characters you love are invading graphic novels with TWO awesome collectible editions. And best of all - we have TEN ALL NEW Garbage Pail Kids limited edition collectible trading cards featuring the incredible art of Ray Lago, Tom Bunk, Jeff Zapata, Nat Jones, Bekki Sharp, Frank Kadar, Ken Haeser, and John Pound! And you can get these cards for free just by ordering the new graphic novels! There are four fun versions of each graphic novel to cover every collector and each one offers special free New Garbage Pail Kid trading cards! Garbage Pail Kids: Origins Volume 1 [synopsis] + Madballs Vs Garbage Pail Kids Volume 1 [synopsis] ... Get your FREE Garbage Pail Kids Exclusive Trading Cards With Purchase!



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS ORIGINS VOL 1 TP + BONUS GPK CARD #1
Price: $9.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133401 — Get GPK Card #1 (of 10) FREE! The Garbage Pail Kids Origins Volume 1 TPB is a 88-page softcover volume collecting the series by Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Roionoff, Jeff Zapata, and Ray Lago! NOTE: In Shops date now January 10, 2024.

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS ORIGINS VOL 1 HC + BONUS GPK CARDS #1 & 2
Price: $19.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133402 — Get GPK Cards #1 & #2 (of 10) FREE! (Two Cards!) The Garbage Pail Kids Origins Volume 1 HC is a 88-page hardcover volume collecting the series by Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Roionoff, Jeff Zapata, and Ray Lago! NOTE: In Shops date now February 21, 2024.



[CANCELLED COVER] GARBAGE PAIL KIDS ORIGINS VOL 1 HC SIGNED + BONUS GPK CARDS #1, 2 & 3
Price: $39.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133403 — Get GPK Cards #1, #2, & #3 (of 10) FREE! (Three Cards!) The Garbage Pail Kids Origins Volume 1 HC Signed is a 88-page hardcover volume signed by writers Adam F. Goldberg and Hans Rodionoff! This edition collects the series by Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff, Jeff Zapata, and Ray Lago!

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS ORIGINS VOL 1 HC SKETCHED & REMARQUED + BONUS GPK CARDS #1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
Price: $75.00 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133404 — Get GPK Cards #1, #2, #3, #4, & #5 (WOW - FIVE CARDS!) The Garbage Pail Kids Origins Volume 1 HC Signed is a 88-page hardcover volume with an original art sketch by artist Ken Haeser remarqued inside the book! This edition collects the series by Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff, Jeff Zapata, and Ray Lago! Note: Remarques will be on bookplates.



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS VS MADBALLS VOL 1 TP + BONUS GPK CARD #6
Price: $14.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133405 — Get GPK Card #6 FREE! Garbage Pail Kids Vs Madballs Vol 1 TP is a 96 page softcover graphic novel that collects the full comic book series by Scholly Fisch and Jason Crosby!

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS VS MADBALLS VOL 1 HC + BONUS GPK CARDS #6 & 7
Price: $19.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133406 — Get GPK Cards #6 & #7 FREE (Two Cards!) Garbage Pail Kids Vs Madballs Vol 1 HC is a 88-page hardcover graphic novel that collects the full comic book series by Scholly Fisch and Jason Crosby!

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS VS MADBALLS VOL 1 HC SIGNED + BONUS GPK CARDS #6, 7 & 8
Price: $39.99 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133407 — Get GPK Cards #6, #7, & #8 FREE (Three Cards!) Garbage Pail Kids Vs Madballs Vol 1 HC Signed is a 88-page hardcover graphic novel signed by writer Scholly Fisch! It collects the full comic book series by Scholly Fisch and Jason Crosby!

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS VS MADBALLS VOL 1 HC SKETCHED & REMARQUED + BONUS GPK CARDS #6, 7, 8, 9 & 10
Price: $75.00 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133408 — Get GPK Cards #6, #7, #8, #9, & #10 (WOW - FIVE CARDS!) Garbage Pail Kids Vs Madballs Vol 1 HC Sketched & Remarqued is a 88-page hardcover graphic novel with an original art sketch by Jason Crosby remarqued inside the book! It collects the full comic book series by Scholly Fisch and Jason Crosby! Note: Remarques will be on bookplates.



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS ORIGINS VOL 1 HC SKETCHED & REMARQUED AND GARBAGE PAIL KIDS VS MADBALLS VOL 1 HC SKETCHED & REMARQUED + BONUS
Price: $150.00 — Shipping: November 2023 — SKU: C133409 — GPK CARDS #1-10 INCLUDING ONE CARD SIGNED BY WRITERS ADAM F GOLDBERG AND HANS RODIONOFF! Super Special - Get 'Em All offer - Order both the Garbage Pail Kids Origins Remarqued HC and the Garbage Pail Kids Vs Madballs Remarqued HCs and you receive ALL 10 Garbage Pail Kids Cards PLUS one of them will be signed by writers Adam F. Goldberg and Hans Rodionoff! That's the whole set of new Garbage Pail Kids cards! Get em now and lock in your set! Note: Remarques will be on bookplates.

Again, you are not being fully upfront with the facts. You were a publisher, and you know how it works. As a licensee, it has to be work made for hire. If this was existing art, then your retailer never told us that it was existing art. You never told us it was existing art. We would not have used it if we knew it was existing art. But then how did he get a sketch that looks like one to be approved for the cover you finished? Did you supply the sketch and then draw it or did you supply the sketch after the fact? Because the retailer was to hire you under standard work made for hire, as I'm certain you've done in the past when you published comics. You were a licensee on some titles when you published, and any work you produced would be assigned to the rights holder.

Now that we know that the retailer may not have been upfront with us, or perhaps he didn't know, or something else, it's too convoluted and we are not using your cover nor working with the retailer on future covers. We were not attempting to fabricate anything. The retailer was to have a new cover commissioned, and the artist sign the paperwork. When we spoke with him, we asked him to confirm that he was not claiming to own the art. Again, thank you for pointing out that someone was not upfront about this. To be clear, we are not using your cover again. We will be taking this off of our website on Monday. I appreciate your bringing this to our attention, and wish you the best. Thank you, Nick."
[A lot of back-and-forth followed with some intelligent insight but mostly unhelpful peanut-gallery posts]


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GPK: ORIGINS HC EDITION (#1—#3)
(W) Hans Rodionoff, Adam F. Goldberg, Jeff Zapata (A) Zapata
(CA) Ray Lago, Tom Bunk, Jeff Zapata, John Pound

Trade Paperback Book (TPB) [comics] — a collection of previously published comic books.
Hardcover (HC) — aka hard cover, hardback, hardbound; a book bound with rigid protective covers.

RELEASE [UP]DATES ORIGINALLY DEC 6 + 20, 2023, AND MOVED TO FEB 28, 2024, THEN APR 24, 2024; PUSHED OUT TO JUN 5 (HOBBY HC), JUN 26 (HOBBY TPB + HC REMARKED) & AUG 21, 2024 (HC SIGNED); HC SKETCH/REMARKED PUSHED FURTHER OUT TO SEP 18, 2024, & HC SIGNED TO SEP 25, 2024.

Two additional hardback editions, seperate from the exclusive Dynamite Comic website versions, were announced in late September, 2023, for sale in hobby and retail stores.
RELEASE DESCRIPTION: "The insane minds of Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff, and Jeff Zapata have joined forces to bring you the Garbage Pail Kids as you've never seen them before! Together with Dynamite Entertainment, they proudly present a tale more than 30 years in the making: Garbage Pail Kids: Origins! Reprinting issues #1-3 of the Earth-shattering original series, this collection not only relates the epic saga of how our GPK heroes came to be, but also reveals how Adam Bomb and his gang of good guys were instrumental in the outcome of World War II and the fate of humanity!"



[REPLACEMENT COVER] GPK: ORIGINS — COLLATED STORY HC SIGNED EDITION — ZAPATA
DYNAMITE ENT. — OCT230321 — UPC 978152412438050999 — PAGES: 88
ISBN-13: 9781524124380 — ISBN-10/SKU (C): 1524124389 — DIMENSIONS: ?(W)x?(H)x?(D) — WEIGHT: ?PDS
In Shops (Hobby): Dec 06, 2023 — FOC Date: Nov 13, 2023 — Age Range: 12 Years & Up — SRP: $39.99

This special hardcover edition is signed by series writers Adam F. Goldberg and Hans Rodionoff, and includes three exclusive Garbage Pail Kids trading cards!

GPK: ORIGINS — COLLATED STORY HC REMARKED EDITION — HAESER (OR ZAPATA COVER?)
DYNAMITE ENT. — OCT230322 — UPC 978152412439757500 — PAGES: 88 — HARDCOVER
ISBN-13: 9781524124397 — ISBN-10/SKU (C): 1524124397 — DIMENSIONS: ?(W)x?(H)x?(D) — WEIGHT: ?PDS
In Shops (Hobby): Dec 06, 2023 — FOC Date: Nov 13, 2023 — Age Range: 12 Years & Up — SRP: $75.00

This special hardcover edition features an original signed art sketch by cover artist Ken Haeser remarqued inside the book, and also includes five exclusive Garbage Pail Kids trading cards! Note: Remarques will be on bookplates.


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GPK: "ORIGINS 2" 2023 PRE-ANNOUNCEMENT

Artist Jeff Zapata took to social media on December 30, 2022, to announce the continuation of GPK Origins for 2023: "It's not over! We're just starting Jack! lol. As was the president in our last 3rd issue of our time-travel "origin series" (the concept as you know was written years ago on Facebook, you guys do the math what was first. We (writers/artists personally really don't care)... Both GPK comics will promise a new aesthetic of GPK storytelling. I should know, I helped in both projects. Jeff Zapata concept rough, final cover sketch was done (shown here) and final painting will be done by the great Ray Lago. You don't get better [than] that! Happy New Year to all! I'll be busy for the next six months. Lol!" On April 04, 2023, artist Dustin Graham posted to social media, "Working on the Garbage Pail Kids Origins comic issue 4 with Jeff Zapata, Chris Meeks and Adam F. Goldberg for Dynamite Comics, get issue 1-3 in stores now." This eventually became the Trashin' Through Time cover #2, painted by artist Ray Lago.



GPK: TTT SDCC ANNOUNCEMENTS

SDCC ARTICLE: On July 19, 2023, ComiCon.com posted an article titled "SDCC 2023: Garbage Pail Kids: Trashin’ Through Time’ To Launch This October", and announced the new "Origins" comic continuation story, stating, "The Garbage Pail Kids are at it again. After revealing their origins with Garbage Pail Kids: Origins, Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff, and Jeff Zapata are back for more with Garbage Pail Kids Thrashin’ Through Time, the next tale of the gross-out children. This time, though, it’s all about time as the kids are “flung from their World War II origins to a 1980s ruled by their own kind.” Dynamite calls it “It’s Planet of the Apes in the style of the GPK.”

Goldberg said in a statement, “Our cliffhanger in Origins teased that the Garbage Pail Kommandos traveled through time and landed in the ’80s. This gave us the perfect runway to kick off our new story in the decade when Garbage Pail Kids were created by Topps. Although, we quickly discover that it’s Nasty Nick’s alternate 1980s where Garbage Pail Kids rule the world and humans are nearly extinct. This was the perfect jumping off point to continue to have fun with the time traveling conceit as Adam Bomb and the gang hunt Nasty Nick through time.” Zapata added, “We wanted to have the characters form a solid family structure in those first three issues. That family bond between the characters has paid off in this new series as our heroes find themselves trapped in a world they do not recognize. It all snowballs from there as the Kommandos discover who really won the war.”

Additionally, Rodionoff said, “We got to expand our unique take on the Garbage Pail Kids; the juxtaposition of GPK characters with more “normal” human characters. The contrast of having them occupy the same universe is what sets this book apart from other GPKomics of the past. As far as specifics go, I wouldn’t want to spoil any of the future issues, but I will say that they do travel to a spoiled future.” Chris Meeks joins Zapata on the interior art and the first issue boasts covers from Zapata, Meeks and Tom Bunk, plus a classic trading card cover and a Blank Authentix edition. Celebrating GPK‘s trading card origin, each of the main variant covers will be bagged alongside a new limited edition card. The first three covers on each will have cards featuring their art, while the fourth trading card style cover will have a card featuring an interior page from the issue. Also, a trade paperback of Garbage Pail Kids: Origins will be available alongside the first issue. Garbage Pail Kids Thrashin’ Through Time is scheduled to debut this October."


GPK: TTT TRADING CARD MOCK-UP IMAGES; THREE COVER ART CARDS + ONE INTERIOR ART CARD

BLEEDING COOL ARTICLE: On July 19, 2023, BleedingCool.com posted an article titled "Garbage Pail Kids Teach You Everything About Time Travel", and stated, "Dynamite Entertainment has announced a new Garbage Pail Kids comic book series, Trashin' Through Time, starting this October, by Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff and Jeff Zapata."

The hit creative conglomerate is back for more gross-out goodness. Their previous series was called "absolute trash in the best way possible" by a leading outlet. That is the energy being captured once more, as the titular colorful cast finds themselves flung from their World War II origins to a 1980s ruled by their own kind. It's Planet of the Apes in the style of the GPK, and fans of all eras will not want to miss this riot of a tale!

For an exciting first from Dynamite, all main covers for every issue in the series will be polybagged with an exclusive new limited edition Garbage Pail Kids trading card! The first three covers on each will have cards featuring their art, while the fourth trading card style cover will have a card featuring an interior page from the issue. Of course these are approved by the Topps, and an unprecedented opportunity to meld together the two major media that fans love from the franchise. Collectors can choose among their covers to get their preferred cards or go for a complete set!

GPK: TRASHIN' THROUGH TIME #1 COVERS
(W) Hans Rodionoff + Adam F. Goldberg, (A) Jeff Zapata, Chris Meeks + Dustin Graham
(CA, F + L) Tom Bunk, (CB + H) Jeff Zapata, (CC, G + I) Chris Meeks + (CD, J + K) John Pound
13 COVERS = 12 VARIANTS + 1 FOC BONUS COVER + 0 COMIC STORE EXCLUSIVE



COMIC DESCRIPTION: "The unhinged trio of ADAM F. GOLDBERG, HANS RODIONOFF, and JEFF ZAPATA have rejoined forces with Dynamite Entertainment to continue their saga of the outrageous origins of the Garbage Pail Kids as they go Trashin' Through Time!

The Dynamite Entertainment site had an exclusive sale of all five regular comic covers for $24.99 with the sale title of, 'GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TRASHIN' THROUGH TIME REGULAR COVER 5 PACK DYNAMITE.COM EXCLUSIVE', and the description of, 'SKU: C133816. DYNAMITE.COM EXCLUSIVE. COVERS A,B,C,D + BLANK. Shipping: October, 2023.', but I do not know what made this exclusive...(?). Per Previews World, this same pack was announced in October 2024 for the retail market, showcasing an updated image of the covers (See License 2024 page), compared to the origial mock-up image, with the following description, "Previously available only on the Dynamite web- site, this complete set of all five regular covers for Garbage Pail Kids: Trashin' Through Time #1 is now available for order in the Direct Market!"




GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 + COVER ART CARD — COVER A — BUNK — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — AUG230226 — UPC 72513033478701011
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — COVER A — BUNK
KINDLE & COMIXOLOGY — ASIN B0CBCY35M9 — 27 PGS — 123590 KB FILE SIZE — SRP: $4.99
Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment (October 11, 2023)

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 + COVER ART CARD — COVER B — ZAPATA — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — AUG230227 — UPC 72513033478701021
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $4.99




GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 + COVER ART CARD — COVER C — MEEKS — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
NOTE: COVER NOW STATES 'CHRIS & SANDY MEEKS' (WIFE) & CURVED GPK LOGOS REPLACED W/ STRAIGHT BANNERS
DYNAMITE — AUG230228 — UPC 72513033478701031
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 + INTERIOR ART CARD — COVER D — POUND — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — AUG230229 — UPC 72513033478701041
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

NOTE: Dynamite Entertainment made several announcement errors for the #1 release, advertising the first three cover and stating, "... along with a classic GPK trading card image by DUSTIN GRAHAM", because this mock-up cover had been released and posted to the website... however, this artwork was intended for comic cover #2, with the sewer theme, and the trading-card image cover has always been by JOHN Pound, but never really credited.

NOTE: BLANK PRINTED COVER HAS CREATOR INFORMATION IN BOTTOM LEFT-HAND CORNER; NO RED BOX; W/ PROTECTIVE COVER

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — AUTHENTIX COVER E — BLANK— MOCK UP
DYNAMITE — AUG230230 — UPC 72513033478701051
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — B&W VARIANT COVER F — BUNK— MOCK UP
DYNAMITE — AUG230231 — UPC 72513033478701061
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $25.00 — 10 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — B&W VARIANT COVER G — MEEKS — MOCK UP + UPDATED COVER
NOTE: COVER NOW STATES 'CHRIS & SANDY MEEKS' (WIFE) & CURVED GPK LOGO ON CARDS REPLACED W/ STRAIGHT BANNERS
NOTE: PRINTED COVER WITH CREATOR NAMES IN LARGER FONT; NO RED BOX
DYNAMITE — AUG230232 — UPC 72513033478701071
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $40.00 — 15 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER H — ZAPATA
DYNAMITE — AUG230233 — UPC 72513033478701081
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $50.00 — 20 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER I — MEEKS — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
NOTE: COVER NOW STATES 'CHRIS & SANDY MEEKS' (WIFE) & CURVED GPK LOGOS REPLACED W/ STRAIGHT BANNERS
DYNAMITE — AUG230234 — UPC 72513033478701091
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $65.00 — 25 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER J — POUND / TRADING CARD
DYNAMITE — AUG230235 — UPC 72513033478701101
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $75.00 — 30 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GPK: TTT #1 — PREMIUM METAL* COVER K — POUND / TRADING CARD
DYNAMITE — AUG230236 — UPC 72513033478701111
In Shops: Oct 25, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $100.00

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #1 — LIMITED VIRGIN** COVER L — BUNK
DYNAMITE — AUG230237 — UPC 72513033478701121
In Shops: Oct 18, 2023 (FOC Date: Sept 18, 2023) — SRP: $50.00

*Per website: Dynamite's aluminum metal covers create a unique addition to any book. Visually stunning, brilliant metal covers provide another dimension to the artwork with vibrant colors and incredible details. These covers use a long-lasting dye-infused printing process on .020 thick aluminum. It is the next limited edition enhancement lighting the collecting community on fire! **Get Tom Bunk's cover for Garbage Pail Kids: Trashin' Through Time #1 free of trade dress with this Limited, Virgin Edition! NOTE: Trade dress includes the brand logo, publisher logo, UPC, etc., so a 'virgin' cover is clean of this 'dress' and unspoiled.

NOTE: FINAL ARTWORK / CANCELLED / NOT PUBLISHED + SIMKO'S 2015 30TH ANNIV. 80'S SPOOF 1A/1B

On October 4, 2023, artist Robert Jimenez posted the above unpublished artwork to social media (+ Reddit) stating to Instagram, "Sharing this illustration I did for a store variant cover to Dynamite's Garbage Pail Kids: Trashin' Through Time , which, unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond my control is no longer happening.", and Facebook, "Wanted to share this illustration I did for a store variant cover to Trashin' Through Time#1, unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond my control, my cover is not happening."

Due to a situation with Gotham City Comics surrounding the ADAM Bomb artwork cover by Nat Jones for the Origins #1 variant cover, and an upcoming hardback collated version, Dynamite decided to no longer accept commissioned requests due to this incident and the unfortunate sequence of events. See the GPK Licenses 2022 page for more information on the original cover. Hardcover image pictured further above with additional information. An insider noted:

"It was commissioned by a comic shop owner who was allowed to create [their] own variant covers (if a store orders enough copies, Dynamite will publish an exclusive cover for the store with the art provided). A previous comic shop commissioned artist complained that his cover was being reused by Dynamite and posted they were stealing his art. Dynamite got upset; they decided not to re-print the cover and not sell or deal with that shop owner because of the confusion. Since this [new piece] was commissioned by the same comic shop owner, it was later cancelled by the owner of Dynamite to not be printed. [The tribute] reused a Back To Future gag similar to other artists gags on cards." The license holder deals with different rules for covers than comic shops who can bend the rules a bit more.

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On November 18, 2023, co-creator and artist Jeff Zapata took to his social channels to share a bit of production information for TTT comic #1 with some changes that had taken place, especially pertaining to the Cover D promo card artwork, stating, "From the cutting room floor. We originally had Spider MANNY in the black costume as inked by Chris Meeks. But at printing time we were told to change it. So I drew, inked, and colored a Spider MANNY as I originally designed him as a replacement. But that didn’t fly either. So I went with Anna Banna." This original iteration, is very reminiscent of Zapata's 2004 ANS4 'Spider MANNY' (card 19a) concept painted by John Pound.


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NOTE: IMAGE FOR 'COVER A' WAS ZOOMED-IN FOR THE PRINTED COVER; ARTIST 'RL' SIGNATURE GONE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 + COVER ART CARD — COVER A — LAGO — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230272 — UPC 72513033478702011
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 (FOC Date: Oct 16, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 — COVER A — LAGO
KINDLE & COMIXOLOGY — ASIN B0CFXCBJ95 — 27 PGS — 112729 KB FILE SIZE — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 + COVER ART CARD — COVER B — ZAPATA — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230273 — UPC 72513033478702021
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 (FOC Date: Oct 16, 2023) — SRP: $4.99




GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 + COVER ART CARD — COVER C — GRAHAM — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230274 — UPC 72513033478702031
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 (FOC Date: Oct 16, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 + INTERIOR ART CARD — COVER D — POUND — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230275 — UPC 72513033478702041
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 (FOC Date: Oct 16, 2023) — SRP: $4.99



NOTE: BANNER WITH FREE CARD APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN AN ERROR BY DYNAMITE COMICS?

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 — B&W COVER E — ZAPATA — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230276 — UPC 72513033478702051
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $25.00 — 10 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 — B&W VARIANT COVER F — LAGO — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — SEP230277 — UPC 72513033478702061
In Shops: Oct 11, 2023 — SRP: $25.00 — 10 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER G — GRAHAM
DYNAMITE — SEP230278 — UPC 72513033478702071
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 — SRP: $40.00 — 15 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #2 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER H — ZAPATA
DYNAMITE — SEP230279 — UPC 72513033478702081
In Shops: Nov 08, 2023 — SRP: $40.00 — 15 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

The insane minds of Adam F. Goldberg, Hans Rodionoff, and Jeff Zapata continue to rummage through the ash heap of history in Garbage Pail Kids: Trashin' Through Time #3!
In this issue, Adam Bomb leads a daring raid on the Topps Gum Headquarters. Then, with a stale gum machine in tow, the GPKommandos head back in time to Romania in the 1800s, where we are treated to the origin story of Nasty Nick! You don't want to miss it!
This triumphant title boasts cardstock covers featuring four fantastic artists - including Tom Bunk, Jeff Zapata, Lowell Isaac, and a classic GPK Trading Card image - and every copy is polybagged with a special GPK Trading Card created exclusively for Dynamite and officially approved by Topps!"



NOTE: 'MEEKS' & ' GRAHAM' OFFICIALLY ADDED TO LINE-UP ON FRONT COVER

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 + COVER ART CARD — COVER A — BUNK — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — OCT230310 — UPC 72513033478703011
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 (FOC Date: Nov 27, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — COVER A — LAGO — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
KINDLE & COMIXOLOGY — ASIN B0CQLLW7P9 — 26 PGS — 111673 KB FILE SIZE — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 + COVER ART CARD — COVER B — ZAPATA
DYNAMITE — OCT230311 — UPC 72513033478703021
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 (FOC Date: Nov 27, 2023) — SRP: $4.99




GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 + COVER ART CARD — COVER C — ISAAC — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — OCT230312 — UPC 72513033478703031
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 (FOC Date: Nov 27, 2023) — SRP: $4.99

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 + INTERIOR ART CARD — COVER D — POUND — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — OCT230313 — UPC 72513033478703041
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 (FOC Date: Nov 27, 2023) — SRP: $4.99



NOTE: COVER 'E' MISSING CREATOR ROSTER: RED BANNER INSTEAD OF BLUE; BOTH WITH A RANDOM '03' PLACEMENT

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — B&W COVER E — ZAPATA — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — OCT230314 — UPC 72513033478703051
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 — SRP: $25.00 — 10 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — B&W VARIANT COVER F — BUNK — MOCK UP + FINAL COVER
DYNAMITE — OCT230315 — UPC 72513033478703061
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 — SRP: $25.00 — 10 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER G — ISAAC
DYNAMITE — OCT230316 — UPC 72513033478703071
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 — SRP: $40.00 — 15 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER H — ZAPATA
DYNAMITE — OCT230317 — UPC 72513033478703081
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 — SRP: $40.00 — 15 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE



GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — VIRGIN VARIANT COVER I — POUND / TRADING CARD
DYNAMITE — OCT230318 — UPC 72513033478703091
In Shops: Dec 20, 2023 — SRP: $50.00 — 20 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS: TTT #3 — VIRGIN PREMIUM METAL* COVER J — POUND / TRADING CARD
DYNAMITE — OCT230319 — UPC 72513033478703101
In Shops: Jan 03, 2024 (FOC Date: Nov 27, 2023) — SRP: $100.00 — 30 COPY RETAILER INCENTIVE

'ABOUT US' per website: Get a Grip Skateboards was EXPLICITLY formed out of an incomprehensible addiction and passion for GPK. Sure, we liked what Santa Cruz did with their decks back in 2017 (nothing but love SC!) – but we felt that the story was left unfinished. There ARE other characters than just Adam Bomb, right? We can always find more room on our walls, right? Yes and YES. And THAT is why we decided to write a new chapter in the GPK Skateboard history book. We had a dream; we are living it right now, and it is time for you to get a grip, get on board, get crazy, and do a god darn kickflip! Social media profile: Get a Grip Skateboards x Garbage Pail Kids. Disgustingly rad, USA made skateboards, blind bag wheels and more. Licensed by Topps.

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NUKE DECK by RORY MCQUEEN — $125.00

Beginning on February 28, 2023, Get-a-Grip and artist Rory McQueen started to tease a new upcoming deck drop on social media channels and stated, "Oh we are excited for this one…don’t just take our word for it!" A second post, on the drop day, on Tuesday, March 01, 2023, showed a blind-packaged deck with a 'UNDER WRAPS.' statement next to it, "Live now! Link in bio!", and a third and final post, shortly thereafter, with a green sad-face image and the following message, "You guys are absolutely insane! And that’s why we love you more than we can ever express and more than you will ever imagine. The unparalleled support and trust you have in us as a company, our mutual love of Rory McQueen’s phenomenal art, and in all our products, is just unbelievable. Just a massive thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Gross out!"

UNBAGGED. UNSHEATHED. UNPROTECTED.

Bundle breakdown: Limited Edition of just 100 decks • Each deck contains Official Garbage Pail Kids HAND SIGNED Triptych Card [author: front side with B&W&Red board artwork] • This release includes TWO Exclusive chase decks (Ltd/8) With matching chase card • Hand-numbered sticker of authenticity • Shape: Popsicle 8.25" • Deck Construction: Traditional, Canadian 7-ply Maple • Random stain color on the top of the decks • Each purchase will also receive 4 glow in the dark Series 4 Collector Wheels • DECKS IN HAND AND SHIPPING IMMEDIATELY.

: You loved our last blind bag drop so much, we had to go one better – or should that be FIVE better? Somehow we managed to persuade the incredible Tom Bunk, Brent Engstrom, Joe Simko, David Gross and John Pound into joining us on this momentous launch. Each of our five artists have each signed their matching official Garbage Pail Kids cards, making this our most unmissable drop yet! All blind bagged, and completely random - buying 5 decks in no way, guarantees all five designs.



Item breakdown — Here’s what you’re getting:

. NOTE: Five limited artist proof sets were sold for $1,250.00, all with matching numbers, 1/5—5/5, for all five sets.



On Saturday, April 22, 2023, Get-a-Grip Skateboards starting to drop hints on social media regarding an upcoming 'Artist Signature Series' deck drop, stating "Big reveals this week! Stay tuned!", followed on April 23, 2023, with, "ka-BOOOOOM!! You will want to stay fully tuned in this week. A reveal a day! Trust us, this drop is GOATED!", Greatest Of All Time (GOAT) = Tom Bunk (after John Pound artwork), on April 24, 2023, stated, "Day ONE! oh boy, it’s a HUGE one!! the first of our blind bag ADAM BOMB artist signature series! Each model is limited to only 50 and comes with an official Garbage Pail Kid trading card hand signed by the artist!! Today sees the inimitable Tom Bunk’s original wax pack Adam Bomb! Phew!! GOAT doesn’t quite cut it! Keep them peeled for the next four days to see the collection!! Dropping Friday!!", then on April 25, 2023, mentioned, "Day 2! It’s GROSS! Literally! There is absolutely no denying how impeccable David Gross’s color palette is on this banger! Just look at it!! Adam Bomb is in the lab! of course this deck is limited to 50 and comes with an autographed official Garbage Pail Kid trading card! Dropping Friday! 3 more goats to reveal so stay locked on!", on April 26, 2023, stated, "Day 3. The gang is all here, albeit exploding from the main man’s dome! Just check out the detail on this bad boy, Brent Engstrom fully knocked this out of the park! Like the other models in this blind bag release, Ltd to 50 and accompanied by an official signed GPK trading card! 2 more reveals until Friday launch day!", on April 27, 2023, outlining, "Day 4! Damn, Son! So fresh, so clean!! Joe Simko’s outing sees Adam on a rampage with his slimy crew in tow! That green snot blob on the snow white deck is just perfection!

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GPK ANS 20TH ANNIVERSARY DECK — $150.00

On July 26, 2023, Get A Grip Skateboards began to hint at a brand-new drop, suggesting something All-New Series released, stating, "20 years ago today….", and showcasing an 'ANS' picture. Two hours later, they started a sneak peek slow-reveal image with quotes from Ira Friedman, "33+ years at Toppsa nd no gold watch? ...not even a stainless steel one? On well, this release will be a thrill for the GPK community! What a way to end my GPK career!", form artist Rory McQueen, "Being asked to create the only official product to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of All-New Series was a dream come true. Easily the grossest series ever and a personal favorite of mine. And yes, sorry not sorry, I included ADAM again!", and GAG's own quote, "It was 20 years ago today, GPK retaught the world to play. They'd been goign in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile. So may we introduce to you..." Followed by the completed image six hours later, stating, "Here it is, to celebrate 20 years of the grossest, gnarliest series of Garbage Pail Kids ever, ALL NEW SERIES, we are stoked to present the ANS Anniversary surprise deck package. Blind bagged deck (art by Rory McQueen, so you just know this is going to BANG), autographed triptych and EXCLUSIVE Official Discraft Buzzz!! All limited to just 120 worldwide! Go Go Go!" Only one hour later, they concluded with a SOLD OUT image, simply stating, "Thank you guys!!! We know you will LOVE this one!!!"



Website description: 20 years ago to the day, GPK’s All New Series was announced to the world. Garbage Pail Kids were back! To celebrate and mark this historic and monumental day, we needed an equally momentous release, and boy do we have it for you! We called on ANS superfan Rory McQueen to create an original anniversary celebration work of art, and he has gone above and beyond AGAIN! Obviously too sick or gross to show here, these are blind bagged! Just trust us, you’re gonna love it as always! Item breakdown: Here’s what you’re getting —

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GPK 'ADAM BOMB' DISCRAFT BUZZZ — $29.99

Right after the new deck drop announcement, Get A Grip Skateboards also mentioned another surprise release, stating, "NEW PRODUCT ALERT!!! ADAM BOMB DISCRAFT BUZZZ! We're BUZZZing about our partnership with Discraft. We hope you love it as much as us! Go take a look!"



Website description: Get a Grip is delighted to launch our Official Garbage Pail Kids Adam Bomb Disccraft Buzzz.

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On September 02, 2023, Get A Grip Skateboards announced two new GPK neon sign drops on their social media channels, first asking, "Ok guys, over to you.. which neon should go live today? Mike or OS1 pack?? Or both? If you like and share, we will give one of you a full set of series 4 mystery wheels! Can’t be bad!!", and then two house later announcing, "Couldn’t decide. Both rock! Live now!!"

[GPK] OS1 PACK NEON SIGN — $189.00



Website description: Introducing the OS1 PACK NEON SIGN! We know our neon’s aren’t cheap and that’s because we make them by hand to order, using premium UV printing on acrylic and long lasting neon LED lighting strips throughout. HOWEVER, we have to say that this is our most affordable Neon Light yet and might just be our most popular ever too! LIMITED EDITION OF 100. Item breakdown:

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[GPK] MIKE AIR NEON SIGN — $250.00



Website description: Ever since the crazy success of our Mike Air deck and B-Ball drop, we’ve been asked if we could create more MIKE AIR GPK products. Well your wish, is our command. LIMITED EDITION OF 100. Introducing the MIKE AIR NEON SIGN! These premium Neon Signs will be made to order and so expect a 1-2 week lead time for delivery. Item breakdown:

An ultimate blind bag experience. Get A Grip Skateboards took to socials on September 24, 2023, to announce their next 'Artist Signature Series' decks, in HORROR fashion, stating, "Whatever you do, don’t fall asleep on this drop. A revolting reveal a day!" They also updated their profile and background images to a new GAG Horror theme. On September 25, GAG stated, "We HAVE to start with this SLASHER!!

Keep them peeled for the next four days to see the full extent of this horrifying blind bagged collection!! Each deck is limited to only 75 and comes with an official Garbage Pail Kid trading card hand signed by the artist!! Dropping Friday!!" On September 26, mentioned, "Day twooo, Freddy’s coming for youuu?? Don’t worry, you are not dreaming, this full-on art of Krueger by Joe ‘The Psycho’ Simko is enough to keep anyone awake for a week! 100% disgusting and we just love the jumper detailing on this deck! [Keep them peeled for the next three days ... Dropping Friday!!]"



On September 27, stated, "Day 3 equals horror squad goals! The gang are all here, and what a cohort!! Straight from the mind of ‘Brutal’ Brent Engstrom, all of the major players in one mutated masterpiece! [Keep them peeled for the next two days ... Dropping Friday!!]" On September 28, stated, "Day 4, putting the FUN in funeral, behold; the one and only GRIM JIM! What can we say about this artwork apart from it is GOD TIER! Arguably Tom ‘Bloodbath’ Bunk’s most iconic GPK. Total chef’s kiss stuff! You will need to stay ready for the cherry on the cake, we will reveal the final deck at 12:55pm EST The set drops at 1pm EST. Each model is limited to only 75 and comes with an official Garbage Pail Kid trading card hand signed by the artist!! See you tomorrow kids, sleep tight!" On September 29, mentioned, "Sink your teeth into THIS. You probably aren’t going to read this and we don’t blame you, but the impossible has happened again! John ‘The Pulveriser’ Pound puts the final nail in the coffin for this incredible set and we are sure you will agree, it doesn’t get better than this! Undisputed champion of the horror genre, everyone’s favourite vampire, where it all started. Ladies and gentlemen please bow down to 1a; Mr Nasty Nick! We are live in 5!"

RELEASE DATE: 09/29/2023 — SOLD OUT SAME DAY
DESCRIPTION: The only way to guarantee all five decks from our HORROR ARTIST SIGNATURE SERIES is to order here. Only 5 Artist Proof sets are available and each of these sets contain all five UNSEALED decks numbered AP 1/5, 2/5, 3/5, 4/5 and 5/5. You will also be guaranteed a matching set of numbers across all five decks.
DETAILS: Here's what you're getting — All FIVE decks from our HORROR ARTIST SIGNATURE SERIES • All decks are Artist Proofs and numbered accordingly - (only five full sets worldwide) • Each deck comes with the matching SIGNED Official Garbage Pail Kids Collector Card. Yes we said SIGNED! • Hand-numbered sticker of authenticity • Shape: Popsicle 8.25" • Deck Construction: Traditional, Canadian 7-ply Maple • Random stain color on the top of the decks • DECKS SHIPPING NEXT MONTH IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN.

RELEASE DATE: 10/27/2023 — "60" PACK SOLD OUT THAT WEEKEND

On October 24, Get-a-Grip Skateboards took to social media to sneak peek a new GPK product titled 'DeadWoodz' and stated, "Something is coming on Friday and you won’t want to miss it!!!" On October 25, mentioned, "Get ready for something very different…full reveal tomorrow, dropping Friday." Released a video on October 26, stating, "Timberrrrrr!!! DeadWoodz are made with the finest 11 ply maple and each come with a killer Official Garbage Pail kids card. It’s time to press play and get wood! Going live usual time tomorrow - 1pm EST." Early on release day announced, "Here’s what you need to know: * Super Limited Edition to just 300 per design * 10 DeadWoodz to collect (20 characters in total, printed double sided) * Foil blind bagged and sealed box * Pink chases limited to 50 of each character * 20 Garbage Pail Kids cards to collect * Look out for exclusive Rory McQueen autos * Each DeadWoodz figure measures approx 5" x 3.5" x 3/4" (12cm x 8cm x 2cm). Available in cases, 10 packs and singles. Exclusive to www.GetaGripSkateboards.com and live from 1pm EST today!"



CHECKLIST — COLLECT ALL 10
Nasty NICK / Varicose WAYNE, Bony JOANIE / Juicy JESSICA, RAY Decay / ZEKE Freak, Swollen ED / Clogged DUANE, ADAM Bomb / ADAM Bomb, Buggy BETTY / Dead TED, Tee-Vee STEVIE / Sewer SUE, Spacey STACY / Second Hand ROSE, Semi COLIN / Double Heather + Bony TONY / Alien IAN

DeadWoodz Series 1 — 1 Pack — Regular price: $12.99
Each foil-wrapped, sealed blind box contains 1 exclusive double sided DeadWoodz figure AND 1 randomly inserted DeadWoodz official Garbage Pail Kids Collector Card. 20 cards to collect in all. Each DeadWoodz figure measures approx 5" x 3.5" x 3/4" (12cm x 8cm x 2cm). Look out for: Signed auto cards from DeadWoodz creator, Rory McQueen + Rare pink chase variants of every character. Shipping now!



DeadWoodz Series 1 — Pack of 10 — Regular price: $100.00
We figured there might be a few collectors out there looking to buy in bulk and so this bumper pack comprises of 10 randomly packed blind-bagged DeadWoodz. These are all sealed boxes, and there is no guarantee that a complete set of 10 DeadWoodz characters, will be found in this pack of 10 - in fact that would be crazy lucky! Each foil-wrapped, sealed blind box contains 1 exclusive double sided DeadWoodz figure AND 1 randomly inserted DeadWoodz official Garbage Pail Kids Collector Card. 20 cards to collect in all! Each DeadWoodz figure measures approx 5" x 3.5" x 3/4" (12cm x 8cm x 2cm). Look out for: Signed auto cards from DeadWoodz creator, Rory McQueen + Rare pink chase variants of every character. Shipping now!



DeadWoodz Series 1 — Pack of 60 — Regular price: $600.00
We know some of you love a sealed case, and so here it is, 60 Blind bagged DeadWoodz boxed up, to bust open, or to forever stay sealed! The choice is yours...although we know what we'd do. And if that wasn't enough, each case comes with a guaranteed hit of a hand signed Tom Bunk exclusive Garbage Pail Kids collector card - Limited to just 20 in the world! EXCLUSIVE TO THE CASES ONLY. Each foil-wrapped, sealed blind box contains 1 exclusive double sided DeadWoodz figure AND 1 randomly inserted DeadWoodz official Garbage Pail Kids Collector Card. 20 cards to collect in all (and look out for signed auto cards too from DeadWoodz creator, Rory McQueen!). Each DeadWoodz figure measures approx 5" x 3.5" x 3/4" (12cm x 8cm x 2cm). This case of 60 DeadWoodz is the only way to guarantee a master set of all 10 double sided wooden DeadWoodz AND all 10 double sided PINK chase variants. Shipping now!

Website description: Be a monster on the course and pick up this highly limited edition disc. Partnering again with Discraft, you know exactly the high quality print on these bad boys. The Discraft Buzzz is the world’s most popular golf disc. The ultra dependable, straight flying midrange that you’ll reach for again and again. Throw it hard or display it on your wall.

On July 7, 2023, GreenLight Collectibles took to social media to post the final vehicle images, stating, "Our latest installment of GPK featuring our very own Greenlight employee, Angel! She drives a black van that has a tendency of breaking down. Expected Release Date: October 2023 — #54090 1:64 Garbage Pail Kids Series 5"

Brand : Assortment/ Mix — Description : 1/64 Garbage Pail Kids 5
Item Number: Singles 54090 A-F ($6.99 each), 54090 Case (6 for $39.99), or 54090 Master (48 for $309.99)
• Chrome Accents • Metal Chassis • Real Rubber Tires • True-To-Scale Detail • Limited Edition

Includes each of the following in individual clamshell packaging:
[• Buoyant Billie - 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat]
• Buoyant Billie [2021 Online Shammy Awards set; Joe Simko] - 1968 Plymouth HEMI GTX
• Crashed Craig [2020S2 35th Anniv. set; Brent Engstrom] - 1968 VW Type 2 Campmobile with Hurst Bumper - (or)
Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) Search Team
• Hal Pass [2020S1 Late to School set; Joe Simko] - 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor - (or) Junior High Security Guard
• Ice Cream Sandy [2021S1 Food Fight! set; Brent Engstrom] - Retail Ice Cream Trailer
• Rhetta White & Blue [2020S1 Late to School set; Joe McWilliams] - 1985 Dodge Ram D-250
• Aggravated Angela [2023 GL employee*; Brent Engstrom] - 1977 Dodge B-100 Van

Hunt for the GREEN MACHINES - GreenLight's ultimate collector's item, these chase units are inserted into cases at random and sought after by collectors worldwide!


GL EXCLUSIVE FINAL ARTWORK BY BRENT ENGSTROM

* Historically speaking, the "GL" exclusive character has always been executed by artist JOE Simko, but for this release, and going forward, artist BRENT Engstrom stepped into the driver's seat and created the GreenLight Collectibles (GL) employee card image. Interestingly, the character is frustrated and aggravated over a broken down "Dodge-y" (dodgy = unreliable) GPK van, and yanking out their hair. On July 7, 2023, GreenLight took to social media and mentioned, "Our latest installment of GPK featuring our very own Greenlight employee, Angel (GL team member Angel Callan, Controller)! She drives a black van that has a tendency of breaking down." Angel was with the company from March 2013 through October 2023... got outta Dodge after being immortalized on card.

NOTE: A jumbo-sized card of this character, measuring 4.5" x 6.25", was handed out at the 2024 SDCC; see the GPK License 2024 or Cons & Fests pages for more information.

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Per press announcement; INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – June 30, 2023
GreenLight Collectibles has a major announcement to share with our customers, partners, and collectors. We are thrilled to announce a change in company ownership that marks a new chapter in our journey toward even greater success and innovation in the die-cast arena.

GreenLight was purchased by Waltersons Industries Group at the end of 2022 and they have appointed Vincent Tang as the new President and CEO. He is a die-hard collector at heart and is bringing fresh perspectives, resources, and expertise to fuel our growth and take us to new heights. He is focused on gaining control over the production process and improving quality over manufacturing.

Greenlight Collectibles took to social media on June 14, 2023 (Twitter), to announce, "For the first time ever, GreenLight Collectibles will be taking on Comic-Con! We are excited to participate in San Diego's Comic-Con from July 20-23. Visit us at Booth #834 to say hi, buy some diecast, and get some free merch while it lasts!" and on July 6, 2023 (Instagram & Facebook), with a GPK logo, to state, "GreenLight Collectibles is taking on Comic-Con! We are excited to participate in San Diego's Comic-Con from July 20-23. Visit us at Booth #834 to see our latest products featuring The Terminator, Garbage Pail Kids, Gone in 60 Seconds and more."



On the same day, GPK News posted two sticker-giveaway images, showcasing the Clutch CLINT Dodge Challenger character (GL team member Clint Lafollette, Product and Design Manager), from the 2019 Series 1 set, and the Tangled TIM (GL team member Clint Bradley, Director of Global Sales), from the 2022 Series 4 set. The two exclusive, vinyl stickers are limited and will be handed out at the Greenlight Collecibles booth (#834) during the show.

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MOCK-UP VEHICLE IMAGES HIT ONLINE THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

On August 10, 2023, the 3000 Toys.com website added to their catalog entries for a sixth GPK series of vehicles. Expected Release Date: FEB-MAR 2024 — #54100 1:64 Garbage Pail Kids Series 6"

Brand : Assortment/ Mix — Description : 1/64 Garbage Pail Kids 6
Item Number: Singles 54100 A-F ($6.99 each), 54100 Case (6 for $39.99), or 54100 Master (48 for $309.99)
• Chrome Accents • Metal Chassis • Real Rubber Tires • True-To-Scale Detail • Limited Edition

Includes each of the following in individual clamshell packaging:
• Poppy Fiction [2019S1 We Hate the 90s set; David Gross] - 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible
• Poppy Fiction [2019S1 We Hate the 90s set; David Gross] - 1977 Checker Taxicab
• Dazed David [2019S1 We Hate the 90s set; David Gross] - 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
• Mail Munch Mitch [Bizarre Holidays Feb Wk1 online set; Joe Simko] - 1970 Jeep DJ-5
• Overkill Kevin [We Hate the 90s Wk1 2022 online expansion set; David Gross] - 1976 Dodge B-100 Van*
• Boxed Brad [2019S1 We Hate the 90s set; Brent Engstrom] - 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 Panel Van
[• Yet to be determined [2023 GL employee] - TBD]
• TBD [2023 GL employee] - 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible

Hunt for the GREEN MACHINES - GreenLight's ultimate collector's item, these chase units are inserted into cases at random and sought after by collectors worldwide!


*NOTE: GL'S PHONETIC NOMENCLATURE, GEE-PEE-KAY, IS A PLAY ON THE HOME ALONE MOVIE'S 'OH-KAY' VAN



The final vehicle model images were posted online at the end of November, 2023, and the lineup had one major change and one addition, the 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible (Malibu SS), driven by Vincent Vega, was switched to a 1977 Checker Taxicab, which ties into Mia Wallace's 'Pulp Fiction' character, and the still-to-be-determined GL Employee car was titled '1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible'.

On November 29, 2023, Greenlight Collectibles took to social media to state, "Surprised to see another GPK series so soon? Stay tuned to find out what the GreenLight-exclusive card will look like! # 54100 - Expected Release Date: March 2024 - 1:64 Garbage Pail Kids Series 6."

Additional Series 6 and Series 7 information located on the GPK License 2024 page.

Another reason for the series' success is its ability to push boundaries and challenge conventions. The Garbage Pail Kids series was controversial when it was first released, with some parents and educators concerned about the cards' graphic and sometimes violent imagery. However, the series' creators defended the cards as a form of satire and parody, and the controversy only served to boost the cards' popularity.

GARBAGE PAIL KIDS POP-UP BOOK — REINHART POP-UP STUDIO
by Matthew Reinhart (author) and Joe Simko (artist & writer)

Amazon Product details — ASIN: B0BTX9J85K • Publisher: Insight Editions • Language: English • Hardcover: 5 pages • ISBN-13: 979-8886631135 • Item Weight: 9.2 ounces • Dimensions : 8 x 0.04 x 10 inches. RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 17, 2023 — PRICE: $50.00 (Originally $34.99). Previews World Info: AUG232007. In Shops: Oct 18, 2023. SRP: $50.00

ABOUT THE BOOK: See the Garbage Pail Kids as you’ve never seen them before in the first official GPK pop-up book! Master paper crafter Matthew Reinhart brings foul, fan-favorite Garbage Pail Kids like Adam Bomb, Leaky Lindsay, and Bony Joanie to life in three-dimensional, gross-out glory with this 1980’s-style pop-up yearbook. Exclusive removable, interactive GPK cards make this a must-have for any GPK collector. Garbage Pail Kids: The Pop-Up Yearbook showcases the grossest, most beloved characters including Patty Putty, Cranky Frankie, and Luke Puke in intricately designed pop-up scenes that burst, spew and ooze from the page. Pop-up legend Matthew Reinhart offers dozens of pops, pulls, slides and other interactive features in the wackiest yearbook ever. Including bonus removable, interactive GPK cards, this deluxe pop-up book is the ideal collector’s item for Garbage Pail Kids fans.

The book will be live on Amazon in the next week or so! I'll follow up with a live link when it is, and will be in touch as content becomes available for the reveal as the book develops. Looking forward to working with you to share this exciting new way to play with GPK!" An follow-up email on February 07, 2023, simply stating, "Garbage Pail Kids Pop-Up Yearbook is now available for PreOrder! Info below and cover image here - stay tuned for more in the coming months!", and showcasing the same description as above. On the same day, artist Joe Simko took to social media to post, "Wrote and Illustrated this GPK POP-UP book. Paper engineered by the master @matthewcreinhart Book includes Crazy Garbage Pail Pop Pages AND Exclusive removable "transforming" cards. Pre-orders available on Amazon now."

On March 10, 2023, Topps posted to Facebook, stating, "See the Garbage Pail Kids as you’ve never seen them before in the FIRST-EVER #GPK pop-up book. Master paper crafter Matthew Reinhart brings your favorites to life in 3D, gross-out glory with this 1980’s-style pop-up yearbook. PLUS, find exclusive removable, interactive GPK cards inside the pages! Pre-order your copy now." As of the first week in April 2023, the original mock-up image, with a shorter book title and manilla-colored background posted to websites for pre-orders, was replaced with bluish background and extended title.

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Per the Unofficial SDCC Blog! on June 19, 2023, a one-month countdown to the show in July, the website reported about "Insight Editions San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Exclusives" (by Kerry Dixon), stating: "Celebrated for their unique licensed high quality pop culture books, Insight Editions always brings their best wares plus their talented creators to San Diego Comic-Con. This year, they’ll have exclusives, early debuts, and even talent on hand. Let’s take a look at what they have in store for us at their Booth #2129..."



...and "You can get gross (in the best way) with writer/artist and Garbage Pail Kids lead trading card artist Joe Simko at Insight Editions this year. On Saturday, July 22, Simko will be on hand from 1pm-1:30pm for a signing at Insight Editions Booth #2129 for a signing, in support of the first-ever Garbage Pail Kids Pop-Up Book. The book will be hitting retail shelves this October, but fans can check the book out on display first at the booth, and even get a limited number of exclusive promo cards, available on Friday and Saturday (limit one per person) in advance of the signing while supplies last. The pop-up designs feature all kinds of pop-up Garbage Pail Kids hijinks, and were created by the acclaimed paper engineer Matthew Reinhardt, whose work as previously featured in other Insight Editions 3D pop-up books for Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Jurassic World, Stranger Things, and more. Here’s a look at the promo card which will be distributed at the booth on Friday and Saturday [see above]."




On September 30, 2023, artist JOE Simko took to social media and stated, "I'll be signing GPK Pop-Up books during [New York Comic Con on] Saturday, Oct. 14th [at the Insight Editions] booth # 3418 2:00 - 2:30pm", and shared several artwork images of characters used within the book, seen pictured above.