GVN Talking Comics Exclusive: Preview ‘Out of Alcatraz #3’ From Oni Press

Back in February, we highlighted the new series from Oni Press, Out of Alcatraz by Christopher Cantwell and Tyler Crook, having had the chance to talk to both talented creators. Since then, the series has received high praise from critics and fans. In fact, just like the first issue, the second issue sold out and is currently being reprinted, as announced in the following Press Release from Oni Press:

PORTLAND, OR (April 24, 2025) – THE MUST-READ SERIES OF 2025 STILL ISN’T SLOWING DOWN! Oni Press – the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997 – is proud to announce that the second issue of the runaway hit series OUT OF ALCATRAZ has sold out at the distributor level and will soon be returning to store shelves with the OUT OF ALCATRAZ #2 SECOND PRINTING! Plus: Alongside latest sold-out chapter don’t miss the next much-anticipated issue of the adrenaline-racing American odyssey from Eisner Award-nominated writer Christopher Cantwell (Iron Man, Briar) and Russ Manning Award-winning and Eisner Award–nominated illustrator Tyler Crook (Harrow County, The Lonesome Hunters) when OUT OF ALCATRAZ #3 hits shelves the very same day on May 21st!

Exclusive Page Reveal

Speaking of Issue 3, thanks to our friends at Oni Press and the team of Cantwell and Crook, we are pleased to present these exclusive preview pages from this pulse-pounding next chapter.

SERIES EDITOR BESS PALLARES

“I’ve heard many anecdotes of comics retailers and friends putting Out of Alcatraz in people’s hands saying, ‘Trust me, you want to read this book. Readers are in this story’s grip, and the immediate sellout of issues 1 and 2 is a testament to Chris and Tyler’s exquisite storytelling, but also their execution of a nail-biting crime thriller monthly title. You truly don’t want to miss it.”

The SAGA Continues

On May 21st, the shadows grow darker still as master storytellers Christopher Cantwell (Thanos, Cruel Universe) and Tyler Crook (Harrow County, Epitaphs from the Abyss) remind Alcatraz’s most notorious fugitives that true freedom comes with a terrible price . . .

As the threat of discovery draws too close for comfort, the escaped convicts and their secretive handler are forced to pull an unplanned hit—or risk tipping off the Feds. Frank and Clarence are reluctant, while the mysterious woman orchestrating their escape is willing to do anything to preserve her own freedom . . . and even the best-laid plans begin to erupt into a smoldering inferno of blood and betrayal . . .

The Fans and Critics Have Spoken

After a sellout for the first two issues, fans and critics have made it clear, OUT OF ALCATRAZ is a breakout hit:

“Cantwell and Crook craft a crime thriller steeped in paranoia that keeps the men trapped even though they’ve left their prison cells behind. … The time and place are exquisitely captured by Crook, a versatile artist who is equally adept at thrilling action and more subtle character interactions, and he tracks the fraught emotional journey of these characters with crystal-clear specificity.”—AV CLUB

“A story unlike any that has been told before… Crook portrays violence and more typical crime elements with great style.… Simply gripping.”—CBR

“Gorgeous, badass, cool as hell comic that hits different from anything else we have on shelves these days. Don’t miss it.”—MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WE’RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US)

“There’s a real cinematic quality to the entire production, not unlike a David Fincher film… Cantwell and Crook are hitting their high bar.”—AIPT

“A crime comic straight out of a Hitchcock film.”—/FILM

“A phenomenal work of comic book storytelling…. Every reader interested in crime thriller and historical fiction will be well-served with Out of Alcatraz #1, and we can’t wait to see where the series will take us next.”—COMICBOOK.COM

“The execution of this series is absolutely perfect, from the art to the characterization to the plot twists in the first issue alone. The year is young, but this 48-page debut is already up there with best new #1 issues of 2025, no question.”—COMICS BEAT

“Escaping Alcatraz is just the beginning.”—IGN

“Thrilling.”—GEEK VIBES NATION

“Phenomenal.”—ZAC THOMPSON (CEMETERY KIDS DON’T DIE)

“Easily one of the best comics of the year.”—JORDAN BLUM (MINOR THREATS)

“Showstopping… This story is one readers won’t want to escape from anytime soon.”—NERD INITIATIVE

 

Out of Alcatraz is a] period crime drama with a strong narrative hand. It’s the obvious reference, but if you’re into Brubaker/Phillips, this should be exactly your jam.” —  KIERON GILLEN (POWER FANTASY)

“Gorgeous.”—iFANBOY

“An exhilarating tale where history and fiction collide… Christopher Cantwell and Tyler Crook craft a cinematic premiere issue hooking me from the very first panel. … Truly extraordinary.”—CAPES AND TIGHTS

“This is noir at its best.”—FREAK SUGAR

Find your way to freedom when OUT OF ALCATRAZ #2 SECOND PRINTING arrives with OUT OF ALCATRAZ #3 in comic shops everywhere on May 21!