Popeye Concept Art Reveals the Horror Reboot You Didn't Know You Needed

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A recently revealed piece of concept art is making the rounds as it shows Popeye the Sailor in a horror reboot no one knew they wanted until now. Kelley Jones is a comic artist that has showcased his craft in countless well-known comics. From well-known characters like Batman to more niche titles like The Sandman, Jones has highlighted shadow to depict darker moments in comics. What's incredible is that he can take even the most family-friendly characters and give them an interesting twist with his style, and that's best shown through his recently unveiled concept art for Popeye.

Popeye the Sailor is an old cartoon and comic character from the 1920s. The character was created by E.C. Segar and is a brawny sailor that is constantly finding himself in trouble while trying to win the affection of his sweetheart, Olive Oyl. If he ever finds himself in a bind, he turns to his handy can of spinach which gives him the strength he needs to save the day. Popeye has become a pop culture icon for decades because of his charming stories and likable characters that surround him. Recently Popeye's original run of comics was just released through Fantagraphics.  What's interesting though is that Kelley Jones' proposal for a horror-themed Popeye comic shows he's going to need more than spinach to survive.

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Kelley Jones recently revealed concept art on his Twitter featuring Popeye in a pretty horrific scenario. He's in a room full of treasure, but he's not alone. There are creepy figures in the darkness, preparing to strike the hero as he preps for what will likely be a gruesome fight for survival. The use of shadow in this concept art is what really sells it