If you are a fan of Artist’s Editions – and if you aren’t, why aren’t you? – Skybound Entertainment has teamed with Act 4 Publishing for the August 2026 release of Doctor Strange by Paul Smith Artist’s Edition.
Continuing their collaboration with Marvel Comics, Skybound and Act 4 present Doctor Strange by Paul Smith Artist’s Edition, a chance for readers to experience the original, true-to-size artwork of a masterful visual storyteller. This deluxe 12” x 17” hardcover, spanning 192 pages, presents Paul Smith’s complete stories from Doctor Strange issues #65, #69, #70, and #72 (all four of which were penciled and inked by Smith), along with over 40 additional pages from various issues, a selection of beautiful covers, and rarely seen artwork representing every corner of the Marvel Universe. Also included here is the 10-page Daredevil story from Marvel Fanfare #1, Smith’s first published Marvel Comics work.
“Paul Smith, at this point in his career, was doing some of his best Marvel art ever,” said Scott Dunbier in a press release from Skybound Entertainment. “A good portion of this book features Paul inking his own stuff, and his delicate linework is truly a treat to behold, just gorgeous.”
Doctor Strange remains one of Marvel Comics’ most iconic characters, mesmerizing readers and audiences alike since his debut in 1963 and becoming a cornerstone of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Paul Smith’s celebrated contributions to Doctor Strange are often cited as a cult classic within the character’s publishing history. With his refined linework and moody storytelling, Smith’s take on the Sorcerer Supreme helped redefine the character and further cemented him as a legend in Marvel Comics history. This Artist’s Edition of his popular Doctor Strange issues offers a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the craftmanship behind his celebrated work.
Doctor Strange by Paul Smith Artist’s Edition has an SRP of $150 and arrives in stores on August 25, 2026.
