Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fangoria magazine so collectible?

Fangoria launched in 1979 and became the definitive horror magazine almost immediately. Vintage issues are prized for their iconic cover art, production photography from classic horror films, and interviews with directors like Wes Craven, John Carpenter, and Tobe Hooper conducted contemporaneously with their most celebrated work. These aren't reprints — they're primary sources from the golden age of horror cinema.

Which Fangoria issues are most sought after?

Early issues (roughly the first 50) command the highest premiums due to modest print runs and the difficulty of finding them in fine condition. Issues featuring landmark films — The Thing, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th, Evil Dead — and issues with particularly striking cover art also drive significant collector demand regardless of issue number.

Are early Fangoria issues hard to find?

Issues from 1979 through 1982 are genuinely rare in very good or better condition. These were read-and-enjoyed publications, not treated as collectibles at the time, so attrition has been significant. Finding clean early issues requires patience and sometimes luck — which is why we're always worth checking.

What condition are your issues in?

Every issue is individually graded and described. We note all significant wear, creasing, tape, writing, or other damage so you know exactly what you're receiving before you buy.

Do you carry other horror magazines?

Yes — we also carry Starlog, Femme Fatales, Draculina, Twilight Zone Magazine, and Scream Queens Illustrated. Browse our Film Magazines collection for the full selection.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes — Keystone Crypt ships worldwide, with rates calculated at checkout.