Critical Entertainment

Critical Entertainment Critical Entertainment is a Los Angeles based publishing company primarily operating in the comic book and graphic novel industry.

Our mission is to create innovative content that compels our audience to read with purpose and thought. We believe in producing stories that are engaging on a reflective and intellectual level; drawing desire from customers who want products that are original, diverse, and creative. With Hollywood actively seeking new comic book properties, we seek to adapt our inspirational stories into film, tel

evision, and animation. The key to our success is in the development of a strong relationship with our artists, writers, illustrators, colorists, letterists, and other talent; driven first and foremost by fair and respectable pay. Our artists are allowed additional time and given the freedom to create the highest level of illustration. We aim to build a reputation of taking care of our artists and nurturing their talent. We also cherish the time, effort, and artistic perspective of our talent thus fostering a quality-driven collaboration. Critical Entertainment is comprised of two publishers, Christopher Reda and Mason Mendoza. Christopher Reda is a talented writer who has self-published several comic books (Zombie Zero, The Cowboy with Many Hats) and exhibits at the Artist Alleys within WonderCon, Los Angeles Comic Con, and Long Beach Comic Con. He boasts a passion for creative writing including skills in comic book editing and graphic design. Mason Mendoza is a publisher that specializes in business operations, technical expertise, and salesmanship. He wishes to produce stories that improve the world and inspire others.

05/22/2026
Planetary Expansion issue 1 is available digitally for libraries on ! Check out our ongoing scifi series by !Planetary...
05/15/2026

Planetary Expansion issue 1 is available digitally for libraries on ! Check out our ongoing scifi series by !

Planetary Expansion - Issue 1
Written by: Christopher Reda

Illustrated by: Alonso Molina Gonzalesart
Lettered by: Travis Lanham
Abandoning their lives being stuck on earth, one thousand hand selected passengers aboard a Starship head to repopulate a new habitable planet. In another Solar System exists a planet just like Earth. With fresh air, clean water, and sustainable life. They will brave the dangers of space and push themselves past the limit to get there.

The First Americans issue 1 is available digitally for libraries on ! Check out our hit prehistoric series by !The Fir...
05/15/2026

The First Americans issue 1 is available digitally for libraries on ! Check out our hit prehistoric series by !

The First Americans - Issue 1
Written by: Christopher Reda

Illustrated by: Tadd Galusha

Lettered by: Travis Lanham
At the end of the Ice Age 14,000 years ago and on the verge of starvation, a Tribe of Paleo-Indians travel across from Siberia into North America to hunt an elusive pack of Mammoths; but when they fail to hunt down the beasts, the tribe members must adapt to their new surroundings before becoming extinct.

Get notified about our upcoming Zoop Campaign for the Zombie Zero Deluxe Hardcover Edition!Link: zoop.gg/c/zombiezeroFor...
05/14/2026

Get notified about our upcoming Zoop Campaign for the Zombie Zero Deluxe Hardcover Edition!

Link: zoop.gg/c/zombiezero

For the first time we are offering a Deluxe Hardcover Edition of one of our most popular comic book series, Zombie Zero! This collected hardcover contains all seven issues of the post apocalyptic series with beautiful full color cover art and gritty black and white interiors. Follow this unique story with a twist on the zombie genre by writer Christopher Reda and artist Leandro Rizzo with letters by Travis Lanham!

Zombie Zero is currently optioned for Film Development over at Patriot Pictures with the producer Michael Mendelsohn.

Series Description:
The Mortuus Virus, a disease that reanimates the dead, put a hold on civilization. Zombified civilians littered the streets and spread the contagion like wildfire, crumbling the populace and nearly bringing society to a state of natural chaos. That was 15 years ago.

Now, with Mortuus publicly eliminated and social order reestablished, the disease’s final carrier, Alexander Livingston, remains under the close supervision of microbiologist Dr. Victor Brooks. With his project kept secret as he searches for a cure, Victor tempts fate with the risk of another apocalyptic outbreak, and should the well preserved abomination escape, no one knows how long the undead can survive a fragile world.

Deluxe Hardcover Features:
Full Color Chapter Covers
Extended Artist Gallery with work from Artist Leandro Rizzo
Script Pages from Writer Christopher Reda

We are offering the brand new Zombie Zero Deluxe Hardcover Edition that collects all seven issues of our hit series. We are also offering a special Autographed Signature Plate Edition signed by Writer Christopher Reda along with Limited Edition Collectible Pins and an one hour Publishing and Film Consultation with Christopher Reda!

Zombie Zero Complete Series | Deluxe Hardcover Edition
264 Pages with Art and Script Gallery
Black & White Interior Pages with Color Chapter Covers
Writer Christopher Reda
Artist Leandro Rizzo
Letters Travis Lanham
ISBN 978-1-7328085-8-4

comicbook

Planetary Expansion Issue 8 is Available Now on our website now! This is a limited release before it is put into retaile...
05/10/2026

Planetary Expansion Issue 8 is Available Now on our website now! This is a limited release before it is put into retailers distribution. Anyone who has already preorder issue 8 will be automatically included in this limited prerelease!

https://www.criticalentertainmentla.com/product-page/planetary-expansion-ch-8
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Planetary Expansion - Issue 8
Chapter 8: Mars at Last
48 Pages
Releasing June 2026
Writer
Artist .art
Letters Travis Lanham
Full Color
$6.99
UPC 855794008011: 00811

Abandoning their lives on earth, 1,000 hand selected passengers aboard a Starship head to repopulate a new habitable planet. In another Solar System exists a planet just like Earth with fresh air, clean water, and sustainable life. They will brave the dangers of space and push past the limit to get there.

Retailers and Customers can now preorder Planetary Expansion Issue 3 through their local comic book store in the Philbo ...
05/05/2026

Retailers and Customers can now preorder Planetary Expansion Issue 3 through their local comic book store in the Philbo Distribution May 2026 Catalog. This will allow retailers another chance to stock up on issue 3 Planetary Expansion with issues three and eight to follow.

Philbo Distribution and their Catalogs can be found at https://philbodistribution.com

Planetary Expansion - Comic Book Series
Issue 3
Mature Audiences
Written by: Christopher Reda
Illustrated by: Alonso Molina Gonzales
Lettered by: Travis Lanham
36 Pages
$4.99

Abandoning their lives being stuck on earth, one thousand hand selected passengers aboard a Starship head to repopulate a new habitable planet. In another Solar System exists a planet just like Earth. With fresh air, clean water, and sustainable life. They will brave the dangers of space and push themselves past the limit to get there.

Free Comic Book Day is here with Writer Join us for Free Comic Book Day on May 2nd from 11AM–4PM and get ready for an ...
05/02/2026

Free Comic Book Day is here with Writer

Join us for Free Comic Book Day on May 2nd from 11AM–4PM and get ready for an unforgettable celebration:
✨ FREE comics
🎨 Incredible creators
🦸‍♂️ Awesome characters
🎉 Non-stop fun for ALL ages

PLUS—we’re celebrating our 20th Anniversary in a BIG way!

This is THE comic event you don’t want to miss…so mark your calendar and bring your friends!

This is the last week Retailers and Customers can preorder Planetary Expansion Issue 2 through their local comic book st...
04/30/2026

This is the last week Retailers and Customers can preorder Planetary Expansion Issue 2 through their local comic book store in the Philbo Distribution March 2026 Catalog. This will allow retailers another chance to stock up on issue 2 Planetary Expansion with issues three and eight to follow.

Philbo Distribution and their Catalogs can be found at https://philbodistribution.com

Planetary Expansion - Comic Book Series
Issue 2
Mature Audiences
Written by: Christopher Reda
Illustrated by: Alonso Molina Gonzales
Lettered by: Travis Lanham
32 Pages
$4.99

Abandoning their lives being stuck on earth, one thousand hand selected passengers aboard a Starship head to repopulate a new habitable planet. In another Solar System exists a planet just like Earth. With fresh air, clean water, and sustainable life. They will brave the dangers of space and push themselves past the limit to get there.

Planetary Expansion Issue 8 is Available for Preorder on our website now for another week! This will be a limited prerel...
04/28/2026

Planetary Expansion Issue 8 is Available for Preorder on our website now for another week! This will be a limited prerelease before it is put into retailers distribution. Anyone who has already preorder issue 8 will be automatically included in this limited prerelease!

https://www.criticalentertainmentla.com/product-page/planetary-expansion-ch-8
​​
Planetary Expansion - Issue 8
Chapter 8: Mars at Last
48 Pages
Releasing June 2026
Writer
Artist .art
Letters Travis Lanham
Full Color
$6.99
UPC 855794008011: 00811

Abandoning their lives on earth, 1,000 hand selected passengers aboard a Starship head to repopulate a new habitable planet. In another Solar System exists a planet just like Earth with fresh air, clean water, and sustainable life. They will brave the dangers of space and push past the limit to get there.

04/23/2026

Get notified about our upcoming Zoop Campaign for the Zombie Zero Deluxe Hardcover Edition!

For the first time we are offering a Deluxe Hardcover Edition of one of our most popular comic book series, Zombie Zero! This collected hardcover contains all seven issues of the post apocalyptic series with beautiful full color cover art and gritty black and white interiors. Follow this unique story with a twist on the zombie genre by writer Christopher Reda and artist Leandro Rizzo with letters by Travis Lanham!

Zombie Zero is currently optioned for Film Development over at Patriot Pictures with the producer Michael Mendelsohn.

Series Description:
The Mortuus Virus, a disease that reanimates the dead, put a hold on civilization. Zombified civilians littered the streets and spread the contagion like wildfire, crumbling the populace and nearly bringing society to a state of natural chaos. That was 15 years ago.

Now, with Mortuus publicly eliminated and social order reestablished, the disease’s final carrier, Alexander Livingston, remains under the close supervision of microbiologist Dr. Victor Brooks. With his project kept secret as he searches for a cure, Victor tempts fate with the risk of another apocalyptic outbreak, and should the well preserved abomination escape, no one knows how long the undead can survive a fragile world.

Deluxe Hardcover Features:
Full Color Chapter Covers
Extended Artist Gallery with work from Artist Leandro Rizzo
Script Pages from Writer Christopher Reda

We are offering the brand new Zombie Zero Deluxe Hardcover Edition that collects all seven issues of our hit series. We are also offering a special Autographed Signature Plate Edition signed by Writer Christopher Reda along with Limited Edition Collectible Pins and an one hour Publishing and Film Consultation with Christopher Reda!

Zombie Zero Complete Series | Deluxe Hardcover Edition
264 Pages with Art and Script Gallery
Black & White Interior Pages with Color Chapter Covers
Writer Christopher Reda
Artist Leandro Rizzo
Letters Travis Lanham
ISBN 978-1-7328085-8-4

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