DC's Absolute Universe Leads 2026 Eisner Award Nominations
DC’s Absolute Universe Dominates the 2026 Eisner Award Nominations
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DC Comics has secured a dominant position in the 2026 Eisner Award nominations, with 16 nominations, including multiple honors for the Absolute Universe line. The winners will be announced during the San Diego Comic-Con on July 24. Notable competitors include Fantagraphics and Image Comics.
- 01DC Comics received the most nominations with 16, driven largely by the Absolute Universe line.
- 02The Absolute Batman and Absolute Martian Manhunter are among the top contenders.
- 03The Eisner Awards are considered the Oscars of the comic book industry.
- 04Winners will be announced at the San Diego Comic-Con on July 24.
- 05Other notable publishers include Fantagraphics with 14 nominations and Image Comics with 12.
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The nominations for the 2026 Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards have been announced, showcasing the best in comic book publishing for the previous year. DC Comics leads the nominations with a total of 16, significantly bolstered by its Absolute Universe line, which includes 6 nominations for Absolute Martian Manhunter and 5 for Absolute Batman. Other publishers like Fantagraphics and Image Comics also made strong showings, with 14 and 12 nominations respectively. The Eisner Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the comic book world, will reveal the winners during a ceremony at the San Diego Comic-Con on July 24. The event celebrates various categories, including Best Continuing Series, Best Limited Series, and Best New Series, highlighting the diverse talent and creativity in the industry.
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