When a series of brutal murders terrorizes New York City, all evidence points to a rogue police officer. But the truth is far worse—behind the badge lurks Matt Cordell, a once-decorated cop framed and left for dead in prison. Resurrected by sheer rage and a thirst for justice twisted into revenge, Cordell stalks the streets, doling out his own brand of law and order with lethal force. As determined detective Frank McCrae and intrepid journalist Teresa Mallory uncover the dark conspiracy that created the Maniac Cop, the city is left paralyzed by fear.
But Cordell’s reign of terror is only beginning. As he returns from the grave again and again, his legend grows—fueling even deadlier carnage. From shadowy alleys to blazing shootouts, from grimy precincts to the depths of the supernatural, the war between the living and the vengeful dead reaches its ultimate climax. With new revelations from Larry Cohen’s unproduced Maniac Cop 3 screenplay, this is the definitive, blood-drenched ride through one of horror’s most iconic cult franchises.
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Why You Need the Maniac Cop trilogy
✔ A Must-Read for Horror-Action Fans – Perfect for those who love 80s grindhouse horror, slasher thrillers, and vigilante justice.
✔ A Faithful Screenplay Adaptation – Based on the screenplays by Larry Cohen (including the never-before-seen original draft of Maniac Cop 3), these novelizations expand on the brutal and chaotic world of the films.\
✔ Fast, Brutal, and Relentless – If you love action-packed horror with a supernatural twist, this is a must-read.
Whether you’re revisiting Maniac Cop or experiencing its blood-soaked mayhem for the first time, these official novelizations brings the film’s full horror to life.
RELEASED ON MAY 20th 2025 as a collected hardcover and individual paperbacks and ebooks.
