Forbidden Planet
Comic Book Store, Bookstore, and Hobby Store
Greenwich Village, New York
"other accouterments of the nerd lifestyle"(10 Tips)
"Amazing selection of comics, graphic novels, books, games and toys."(7 Tips)
"graphic novels in the World!"(8 Tips)
"One of my all-time favorite comic book shops!"(4 Tips)
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Not what it used to be. Singles selection can be tricky, but most desirable trades are in stock. Seems to focus more on toys, accessories, etc. lately, and feels less homey than their old location.
Lee LawrenceJune 23, 2015My favorite comic book store. Walking in reinvigorates your love for this nerdy pastime again and again.
Tina Bou safiFebruary 28, 2013This is what a geeky heaven looks like, you have iron man, batman, wonder woman.... The comics, the Tshirts, The zombies...
They usually have a large assortment of signed comics available at cover price.
Charley ToddOctober 10, 2015There are just so many wonderful things to look at and pretend to buy. Still looking for dat classic millennium falcon tho
They tend to have a small selection of current issues on the stand, but a wide variety of back issues piled up in the back stands. Read more
Thomas LlamaFebruary 2, 2011This is a very cool, well-organized comic and fandom shop. Pst, magna figurines in the back.
Just moved a couple doors down Broadway -- MUCH bigger location AND they don't force you to check your bags now. Aces!
This store is the best. They have Daily Deals that are always worth checking out. Today Jeff gave me a nifty deal on Seeds.
The staff who works in here is very nice, an they open until late midnight sometimes
This place really have to be forbidden! I love this place and i want everything👊
Sid ElizabethApril 17, 2012Gosh how do I edit tips? Anyway the staff member headed me in the right direction and opened me up to the comic world!
As said before, great place for all your new comic, trade and merch needs but if you're looking for back issues look elsewhere.
Rob E.July 27, 2012They moved down the block from their former corner location. Now they're between E. 12th & E. 13th streets.
- On Thursdays you can get a free bag of single issue comics.
Michael R.March 8, 2011Still has great stuff. Check out Jim Hanley's Universe over at the Empire State building - another great comic store.
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- 8.3
"Great place to get your weekly pull list and a fun staff always willing to chat about all things geek"
Jason Brew - 8.2
"don't let the comic nerdom deter you. they have vintage glossies and laminated centerfolds, too 👌🏼"
nikki - 9.4
"One of my favorite bookstores in the world. Come here and get lost for hours."
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- 8.6
"You can find everything what you want here! Lovely book store))"
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