1 / 6Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Battle for Pumpkin King
Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Battle for Pumpkin King is a graphic novel collecting issues 1–5 of the prequel story. It follows Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie as former friends competing to become Pumpkin King, with Sally and Lock, Shock and Barrel also appearing.
At a glance
- Collects issues 1–5 of the comic miniseries in one graphic novel.
- A story set before the events of the film, centred on Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie’s rivalry.
- Also features Sally and Lock, Shock and Barrel.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines all five miniseries issues into one 128-page volume.
- The prequel premise gives familiar characters a backstory about how Jack became Pumpkin King.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Studio Press |
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| Publication date | 12 Sept. 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 128 pages |
| Reading age | 6+ years, from customers |
| ISBN-10 | 1800788002 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1800788008 |
| Dimensions | 17.7 x 1 x 25.5 cm |
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| Weight listed | 454 g |
What to know before buying
- The stated reading age is attributed to customers, rather than presented as a publisher recommendation.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, with most ratings in the five-star category. Ratings alone do not identify what readers liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance about the story or artwork for an individual buyer.
Frequently asked questions
What story does this graphic novel tell?
It tells a prequel story about Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie, once close friends who compete to succeed the retiring Pumpkin King.
How many comic issues are collected?
The listing says the graphic novel collects issues 1–5 of the miniseries.
Which familiar characters appear?
The listing names Jack Skellington, Oogie Boogie, Sally, and Lock, Shock and Barrel.
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