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Judge Dredd

Judge Dredd

Creation & Design

Judge Dredd was created by writer John Wagner and artist Carlos Ezquerra, debuting in 1977. The character was designed to embody a dystopian future where law enforcement has absolute power.

Early Years

Initially, Judge Dredd was portrayed as a one-dimensional character, but over the years, he evolved into a more complex figure, reflecting societal issues and moral dilemmas.

Character Development

Over the decades, Judge Dredd has become a symbol of law and order, often reflecting the complexities of justice and morality in a dystopian society. His character has evolved to address contemporary issues while maintaining his core principles.

Cultural Reception

Judge Dredd has received critical acclaim for its storytelling and social commentary, becoming a staple of British comics.

Character Details

Real Name:

Joseph Dredd

Aliases:

Judge Dredd, The Lawgiver

Species:

Human

Gender:

Male

Affiliations:

Judges, Justice Department

Abilities:

Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Master strategist, Skilled marksman

Equipment:

Lawgiver pistol, Judges uniform, Body armor

Weight:

210lbs

Height:

6' 0"

Eye Color:

blue

Hair Color:

black

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2000 AD #1

Rebellion • 1977 • Vol. 1

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2000 AD #1

Rebellion • 1977 • Vol. 1

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Low

$40

Mid

$120

High

$400

Creation & Design

Early Years

Character Development

Cultural Reception

Character Details

2000 AD #1

2000 AD #1

Advertisement for 2000 A.D. #2 featuring Judge Dredd: Next week, meet...Judge Dredd. He is the law! And you'd better believe it!

Includes a 'Space Spinner' similar to a frisbee - issue is not considered incomplete without this item

Advertisement for 2000 A.D. #2 featuring Judge Dredd: Next week, meet...Judge Dredd. He is the law! And you'd better believe it!

Includes a 'Space Spinner' similar to a frisbee - issue is not considered incomplete without this item

2000 AD #2

2000 AD #2

1st appearance of Judge Dredd

Includes a sheet of 'biotronic' stickers meant to be affixed to one's skin to have the appearance of a cyborg

1st appearance of Judge Dredd

Includes a sheet of 'biotronic' stickers meant to be affixed to one's skin to have the appearance of a cyborg

2000 AD #3

2000 AD #3

2nd appearance of Judge Dredd

Includes a 'survival wallet' giveaway item

2nd appearance of Judge Dredd

Includes a 'survival wallet' giveaway item

2000 AD #4

2000 AD #4

3rd appearance of Judge Dredd

3rd appearance of Judge Dredd

2000 AD #5

2000 AD #5

1st cover appearance of Judge Dredd, not the primary figure

1st cover appearance of Judge Dredd, not the primary figure

2000 AD #10

2000 AD #10

1st cover appearance of Judge Dredd as the primary figure

1st cover appearance of Judge Dredd as the primary figure

2000 AD #61

2000 AD #61

Classic cover art by Mike McMahon

Beginning of 'Cursed Earth' extended story arc

Classic cover art by Mike McMahon

Beginning of 'Cursed Earth' extended story arc

2000 AD #69

2000 AD #69

1st appearance of Tweak, alien ally of Judge Dredd

1st appearance of Tweak, alien ally of Judge Dredd

2000 AD #71

2000 AD #71

Burger Wars part 1

Banned issue within the 25 part maxi-series 'The Cursed Earth'

'Burger Wars' infringed on multiple food chain trademarks including Ronald McDonald depicted as a violent gang member

As of 2016, an amendment to UK law allowed the use of copyright-protected characters in parody

Burger Wars part 1

Banned issue within the 25 part maxi-series 'The Cursed Earth'

'Burger Wars' infringed on multiple food chain trademarks including Ronald McDonald depicted as a violent gang member

As of 2016, an amendment to UK law allowed the use of copyright-protected characters in parody

2000 AD #72

2000 AD #72

Burger Wars part 2

Banned issue within the 25 part maxi-series 'The Cursed Earth'

'Burger Wars' infringed on multiple food chain trademarks including Ronald McDonald depicted as a violent gang member

As of 2016, an amendment to UK law allowed the use of copyright-protected characters in parody

Burger Wars part 2

Banned issue within the 25 part maxi-series 'The Cursed Earth'

'Burger Wars' infringed on multiple food chain trademarks including Ronald McDonald depicted as a violent gang member

As of 2016, an amendment to UK law allowed the use of copyright-protected characters in parody

2000 AD #77

2000 AD #77

2000 AD #78

2000 AD #78

2000 AD #149

2000 AD #149

1st appearance of Judge Death

1st appearance of Judge Death

2000 AD #150

2000 AD #150

1st appearance of Judge Anderson

1st appearance of Judge Anderson

2000 AD #206

2000 AD #206