The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (2024)

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The Amazing World of Gumballis a comic book series published by BOOM! Studios. The series was written by Frank Gibson and illustrated by Tyson Hesse.[1] The first issuealso has five variant covers, while the subsequent issues have only three.[2] The main series ran for a total of eightissues before being cancelled for unknown reasons[3] However, one-shot issues, as well as graphic novels, are still being published.

The comics apparently take place in and/or afterseason 3 because of the presence of Coach and unshelled Penny's appearance in Issue 6.

A four-page story titled "The Pants" appears in the 2014 issue ofKaBOOM! Summer Blast!distributed as part of Free Comic Book Day.[4]

Contents

  • 1 Issues
    • 1.1 Graphic novels
    • 1.2 Specials
  • 2 Collected Trade Paperback
    • 2.1 Scrapped issues
  • 3 References

Issues

Issue NumberRelease DateCoverIssue NumberRelease DateCover
Issue 1June25, 2014Issue 2July 23, 2014
Issue 3October 15, 2014Issue 4November 5, 2014
Issue 5November 26, 2014Issue 6December 24, 2014
Issue 7January 21, 2015Issue 8March 4, 2015

Graphic novels

Issue NumberRelease DateCoverIssue NumberRelease DateCover
The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 1: Fairy Tale TroubleDecember 22, 2015
The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 2: Cheat CodeJune 7, 2016
The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 3: Recipe for DisasterMay 9, 2017
The Amazing World of Gumball: After School Special Vol. 1September 19, 2017
The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 4: Scrimmage ScrambleMarch 27, 2018
The Amazing World of Gumball: Tunnel KingdomSeptember 11, 2018
The Amazing World of Gumball Original Graphic Novel: Midsummer NightmareJanuary 22, 2019
The Amazing World of Gumball Original Graphic Novel: The StormAugust 27, 2019

Specials

Issue NumberRelease DateCoverNotesIssue NumberRelease DateCoverNotes
The PantsMay 3, 2014Released on Free Comic Book Day as part of Kaboom! Summer Blast!The TasksJuly 24, 2014Sold at San Diego Comic-Con 2014.
2015 Special 1January 28, 2015One-shot anthology issueThe Amazing World of Gumball 2015 Grab Bag SpecialSeptember 30, 2015One-shot anthology issue
The Amazing World of Gumball 2016 Grab Bag SpecialAugust 31, 2016One-shot anthology issueThe Amazing World of Gumball 2017 Grab Bag SpecialAugust 30, 2017One-shot anthology issue
The Amazing World of Gumball 2018 Grab Bag SpecialAugust 22, 2018One-shot anthology issueThe Amazing World of Gumball: Spring Break SmashFebruary 27, 2019One-shot anthology issue

Collected Trade Paperback

CoverTitleCollected issuesDescriptionRelease date
The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (26)
Volume 1Issue 1


Issue 2


Issue 3

Issue 4

Popular webcomic creators Frank Gibson (TINY KITTEN TEETH) and artist Tyson Hesse (BOXER HOCKEY) bring the wacky adventures of Gumball and his friends to comics for the first time!
Gumball, Darwin, and all of their friends take on the world of comics! Gumball thinks he’s the coolest kid on the block, but his little sister Anais begs to differ, and Darwin just wants to keep them all out of trouble. There’s always another adventure to be had in their mixed-up world! AMAZING WORLD OF GUMBALL volume 1 collects issues #1-#4 of the brand new comic series by web comickers Frank Gibson (Tiny Kitten Teeth) and Tyson Hesse (Boxer Hockey). The Amazing World of Gumball is a British/American animated children's television series created by Ben Bocquelet for Cartoon Network. Produced primarily by Cartoon Network Development Studio Europe, the series first aired in 2011 and since then has been aired in eight countries on four continents, and has been nominated for twenty broadcasting awards in it's short tenure to date.
June 2, 2015
The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (27)
Volume 2Issue 5


Issue 6


Issue 7


Issue 8

There's no such thing as a dull day in Elmore, with four new self-contained stories: Gumball tries to stay out of trouble for once, but the siren song of the Battle of the Bands proves irresistible...a power suit turns out to be a bit too powerful...Gumball learns the consequences of not repaying favors...and a sick day for Gumball leaves Darwin and Anais to have an adventure of their own!
Written by the amazing Frank Gibson (Capture Creatures, Tiny Kitten Teeth) and illustrated by the tremendous Tyson Hesse (Bravest Warriors, Diesel), with ads from the world of Elmore brought to life by Yehudi Mercado (Rocket Salvage) and Philip Murphy (Uncle Grandpa).
March 1, 2016
The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (28)
After School Special2015 Special 1


The Amazing World of Gumball 2015 Grab Bag Special


The Amazing World of Gumball 2016 Grab Bag Special

Based on Cartoon Network's award-winning original series, it's a brand-new collection of shorts, illustrations, and minigames featuring everyone's favorite mischief-makers: Gumball, Darwin, Anais, and the citizens of Elmore.
There’s no town like Elmore, and what better way to showcase the wild world of Cartoon Network’s award-winning original series than with a collection of short stories featuring all your favorite characters. Join Gumball, Darwin, and friends on their wacky side adventures that will delight any fan of The Amazing World of Gumball! Features stories by an eclectic mix of comics’ finest established and up-and-coming talents, including Andy Hirsch (The Baker Street Peculiars), Kate Leth (Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat!), and Anne Szabla (Bird Boy).
September 19, 2017
The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (29)
Adventures in ElmoreThe Amazing World of Gumball 2017 Grab Bag Special


The Amazing World of Gumball 2018 Grab Bag Special

An anthology collecting a colorful variety of short stories based on Cartoon Network’s hit series The Amazing World of Gumball.
The gang’s all here! Join Gumball, Darwin, Anais, Carrie, and all your favorite friends from Cartoon Network’s hit television series The Amazing World of Gumball in these hilarious adventures throughout the town of Elmore. Featuring an array of talent, including Jen Hickman (Jem and the Holograms), Gustavo Borges (Petals), and many more, this graphic novel collection has something for everyone.
May 28, 2019

Scrapped issues

Note: These issues were announced at BOOM! Studios' monthly solicitations months prior to their (now cancelled) release. As they are scrapped, all that remain are the covers produced for these issues. Those covers were later recycled for other comic publications.

Issue NumberCover ACover ArtistCover BCover Artist
Issue 9The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (30)Mariel CartwrightThe Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (31)Laura Birdsall
Issue 10The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (32)Jenna AyoubThe Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (33)Katy Farina

References

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ISSUES
Issue 1Issue 2Issue 3Issue 4
Issue 5Issue 6Issue 7Issue 8

GRAPHIC NOVELS

The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 1: Fairy Tale TroubleThe Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 2: Cheat CodeThe Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 3: Recipe for DisasterThe Amazing World of Gumball: After School Special Vol. 1
The Amazing World of Gumball Vol. 4: Scrimmage ScrambleThe Amazing World of Gumball: Tunnel KingdomThe Amazing World of Gumball: Midsummer NightmareThe Amazing World of Gumball: The Storm

SPECIALS

The PantsThe Tasks2015 Special 1The Amazing World of Gumball 2015 Grab Bag Special
The Amazing World of Gumball 2016 Grab Bag SpecialThe Amazing World of Gumball 2017 Grab Bag SpecialThe Amazing World of Gumball 2018 Grab Bag SpecialThe Amazing World of Gumball: Spring Break Smash
SCRAPPED ISSUES
The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (58)The Amazing World of Gumball (comic) (59)
Issue 9Issue 10

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FAQs

Is Gumball 15 years old? ›

The series revolves around the daily life of 12-year-old cat Gumball Watterson and his family—adoptive brother Darwin, sister Anais, and parents Nicole (née Senicourt) and Richard.

Has Gumball ever kissed Penny? ›

Then Gumball finally admits his true feelings for her by kissing her. This makes Penny feel beautiful and joyful again and so she reverts back to her default form as a fairy. The two then embrace their mutual love and they gaze at each other affectionately.

Is Gumball in 7th grade? ›

Trivia. This episode reveals that Gumball and his classmates are now in 8th grade, although this was also referenced in a few episodes.

What gender is Carmen Gumball? ›

Character Information
Gender:Female
Age:10
Friends:Alan, Penny,Teri, Masami, Molly, Rocky, Dr. Finn, Gumball Watterson
Enemies:Chunk, Dog, Ice King, Emperor Zurg, Red Bird, Domo, Monkey
Occupation:Student
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Was Gumball born in 1999? ›

Gumball (formerly Zach) Tristopher Watterson (b. February 26, 1999) is the main character and protagonist of The Amazing World of Gumball. He is a twelve-year-old, blue male cat that goes to Elmore Junior High, with his adopted brother Darwin Watterson and his four-year-old sister Anais Watterson.

How old is Gumball 3000? ›

Founded in 1999 by British entrepreneur Maximillion Cooper, Gumball 3000 is a car rally which has taken thousands of supercars and entrants on an epic journey all across the globe, touching down on every continent to create one of the greatest bucket list experiences possible behind a wheel.

Is Gumball a pansexual? ›

Gumball has been heavily implied on various occasions throughout the series, as well as confirmed by Ben Bocquelet on Twitter, to be bisexual or pansexual.

Who does Darwin end up with? ›

On 11 November 1838 Darwin wrote in his journal 'The day of days! '. He had proposed to his cousin, Emma Wedgwood, and been accepted; they were married on 29 January 1839. Darwin appears to have written these two notes weighing up the pros and cons of marriage in the months immediately preceding his engagement.

Who did Gumball marry? ›

In season 6, in "The Cringe," there is a collection of scenes involving flash-forwards to Gumball and Penny's marriage, and eventually Penny's newborn baby in Gumball's arms. This signifies that most likely a successful relationship will be in the future for Gumball and Penny.

Does Gumball have swearing? ›

There is at least one use of "suck" in the episode "The Ghouls," and one use of "damn" in the episode "The Mirror" respectively.

Is Darwin adopted? ›

He used to be Gumball's pet goldfish, but, one day, he grew legs, gained the ability to speak, and generally adapted to life outside of water, so he was adopted by the Watterson family.

Is Darwin a boy or a girl? ›

Darwin is a masculine name of English origin, rarely in need of introduction. Evolved from the Old English Deorwine, Darwin means "dear friend," though its reputation conjures a far more fatherly figure.

Is Leslie LGBTQ Gumball? ›

Yes, Leslie is gay-coded.

Is Sussie a girl Gumball? ›

Sussie is a supporting character in The Amazing World of Gumball. She is a student in Miss Simian's class.

Who is LGBTQ in The Amazing World of Gumball? ›

It is heavily implied that Leslie is gay. In "The Mustache", when Gumball became buff, he was amazed by Gumball clenching his butt.

What is Gumball's age? ›

Premise. The series revolves around the life of a 12-year-old cat named Gumball Watterson and his frequent shenanigans in the fictional American city of Elmore, accompanied by his adopted goldfish brother and best friend Darwin.

What age range is Gumball? ›

Overall comments and recommendations
Children under 5Not recommended due to violence and scary scenes
Children 5-8Parental guidance recommended due to violence and scary scenes
Children 9 and overOK for this age group

Is Gumball 12 or 13? ›

The life of a twelve-year-old boy who happens to be a blue cat as he lives with his family and other strange creatures.

How old was Gumball 2011? ›

Plot. The season focuses on the misadventures of Gumball Watterson, a blue 12-year-old cat, along with his adopted brother, Darwin, a 10-year-old goldfish.

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