Asterix and Obelix comics, cartoons and other things to collect

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Asterix Comic Books

The adventures of Asterix also commonly referred to as the Asterix and Obelix comics are classic French comic books written by René Goscinny and drawn by Albert Uderzo.
Uderzo has been behind the stories as well since Goscinny's death in 1977. Most fans agree that the best Asterix books were created before 1977, however if you can't get enough of the funny gauls in the first 24 comic, then there is still entertainment to be found in the later releases.

The entire Asterix collection encompasses 34 Comic Books, 8 animated movies, 5 films, a bunch of Asterix computer games and even a Theme park that is located near Paris.

The Asterix comic books are well known for their tongue-in-cheek humour often based on funny puns and utilizing the latin language in silly ways. An example of this is the name of the village druid Getafix which is a pun on his ability to make cures and miracle cures. In danish his name is Miraculix and in the original french version he was Panoramix.

Here you will find a list of all the Asterix comic books released as well as an overview of the cartoons, movies and other Asterix accessories available for purchase.
If you are a real fan you you need the entire collections right?

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Asterix the Gaul (1961)

Written by René Goscinny and Illustrated by Albert Uderzo

Asterix the Gaul

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In this first issue of the Asterix series we are introduced to only a couple of the now vast character gallery. We of course meet Asterix a bold and very clever Gaulish Warrior fighting to keep his village free from the Romans who are occupying all the rest of Gaul. Obelix and his Menhirs also show up along with Getafix and the magic potion that allows the brace Gauls to fight off the entire army of Caesar.
Vitalstatistix, the village chief, Cacofonix, the tone deaf bard and Fulliautomatix, the village blacksmith with a temper all briefly appear in the "Asterix the Gaul" aswell.
The plot introduces the love hate relationship between the Gaul villagers and Caesar that runs as a red thread throughout the Asterix series.

In order to uncover the secret behind the superhuman strenght of the Gauls a spy is deployed. He discovers the magic potion and when he returns with this knowledge to the head of the roman garrison of Compendium an order is issued to capture Getafix to force the secret recipe from him.

The story is charming, very funny and full of the clever puns that the Asterix Comics are so famous for.

Asterix Comics Written by René Goscinny

Illustrated by Albert Uderzo

The first 24 books of the adventures of Asterix were written by Goscinny and drawn by Albert Uderzo. These are by many fans considered the best Asterix books and if you are looking to start a Asterix collection, then these are the comics you should purchase to start it out.

Asterix and the Laurel Wreath (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 18

Asterix and the Laurel Wreath (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 18

Chief Vitalstatistix has rashly bet his brother-in-law, more...1 point

Asterix in Belgium (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 24

Asterix in Belgium (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 24

What a horror! Chief Vitalstatistix has learned that more...1 point

Asterix the Gaul (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 1

Asterix the Gaul (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 1

When Roman Centurion Crismus Bonus finds out about more...0 points

Asterix the Gladiator by Rene Goscinny  - Book 4

Asterix the Gladiator by Rene Goscinny - Book 4

Oh no! The Romans have captured Cacofonix as a gift more...0 points

Asterix and Cleopatra (Asterix (Orion Paperback))  by Rene Goscinny - Book 6

Asterix and Cleopatra (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 6

To impress Julius Caesar, Queen Cleopatra promises more...0 points

Asterix and the Golden Sickle by Rene Goscinny - Book 2

Asterix and the Golden Sickle by Rene Goscinny - Book 2

Getafix has broken his golden sickle, so Asterix and more...0 points

Asterix and the Banquet (Asterix (Orion Paperback))  by Rene Goscinny - Book 5

Asterix and the Banquet (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 5

When the Romans say no, Asterix says yes. So when the more...0 points

Asterix and the Goths by Rene Goscinny - Book 3

Asterix and the Goths by Rene Goscinny - Book 3

Whoops, it's happened again: Getaflix has been kidnapped, more...0 points

Asterix and the Big Fight by Rene Goscinny - Book 7

Asterix and the Big Fight by Rene Goscinny - Book 7

When the Romans persuade a Gaulish chief to challenge more...0 points

Asterix and the Cauldron by Rene Goscinny - Book 13

Asterix and the Cauldron by Rene Goscinny - Book 13

A neighboring Gaulish chief asks the people of Asterix's more...0 points

Asterix and the Normans (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 9

Asterix and the Normans (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 9

Normans never feel fear-but they do believe that terror more...0 points

Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield by Rene Goscinny - Book 11

Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield by Rene Goscinny - Book 11

Julius Caesar has never recovered from his defeat by more...0 points

Asterix the Legionary (Asterix (Orion Paperback))  by Rene Goscinny - Book 10

Asterix the Legionary (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 10

It's off to the wars for Asterix and Obelix: they've more...0 points

Asterix in Britain by Rene Goscinny - Book 8

Asterix in Britain by Rene Goscinny - Book 8

The Romans have invaded Britain, but one village still more...0 points

Asterix at the Olympic Games (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 12

Asterix at the Olympic Games (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 12

Asterix, Obelix, and their friends have entered the more...0 points

Asterix and the Roman Agent (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 15

Asterix and the Roman Agent (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 15

Julius Caesar resorts to psychological warfare to defeat more...0 points

Asterix in Switzerland by Rene Goscinny - Book 15

Asterix in Switzerland by Rene Goscinny - Book 15

The governor of Gaul has always been a "creative" more...0 points

Asterix in Spain (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 14

Asterix in Spain (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 14

When the Romans take Huevos y Bacon's son hostage, more...0 points

Asterix Obelix and Co. by Rene Goscinny - Book 23

Asterix Obelix and Co. by Rene Goscinny - Book 23

Watch out! Julius Caesar has devised his most cunning more...0 points

Asterix The Mansions of the Gods (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 17

Asterix The Mansions of the Gods (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 17

They want to pave paradise and put up a housing development. more...0 points

Asterix in Corsica by Rene Goscinny - Book 20

Asterix in Corsica by Rene Goscinny - Book 20

Asterix and Obelix meet a new friend: a Corsican chieftain more...0 points

Asterix and the Soothsayer (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 19

Asterix and the Soothsayer (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 19

It was a dark and stormy night, and a sinister visitor more...0 points

Asterix and the Great Crossing (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 22

Asterix and the Great Crossing (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Rene Goscinny - Book 22

Land ho! Asterix and Obelix had been lost at sea, but more...0 points

Asterix and Caesar's Gift by Rene Goscinny - Book 21

Asterix and Caesar's Gift by Rene Goscinny - Book 21

When Caesar offers a gift, be suspicious...very suspicious. more...0 points

Asterix hardcover volume with 5 stories

Absolutely Asterix

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This hardcover comic book contains 5 of the most iconic and beloved Asterix stories:

Asterix and Cleopatra
Asterix and the Big Fight
Asterix and the Cauldron
Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield
The Twelve Tasks of Asterix

Absolutely Asterix makes a great introduction to the funny comic and would be a perfect gift for a comic book fan.

Asterix Comics Written by Albert Uderzo

And Illustrated by Albert Uderzo

After René Goscinny's death by much pressure from Asterix fans, Albert Uderzo took over the writing of the series. To date 10 books about the brave Gauls has been released by Uderzo.

Asterix and the Secret Weapon by Albert Uderzo - Book 29

Asterix and the Secret Weapon by Albert Uderzo - Book 29

A woman bard is unheard-of in Ancient Gaul - but w more...1 point

Asterix and the Actress by Albert Uderzo - Book 31

Asterix and the Actress by Albert Uderzo - Book 31

Set in 50 B.C., these hysterical historical tales follow more...1 point

Asterix and Son (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 27

Asterix and Son (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 27

A baby boy is left in a basket outside Asterix's h more...0 points

Asterix and the Great Divide (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 25

Asterix and the Great Divide (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 25

The path of true love never did run smoothly-especially more...0 points

Asterix and the Black Gold (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 26

Asterix and the Black Gold (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 26

The druid Getafix is running short of rock oil - a more...0 points

Asterix and Obelix All at Sea (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 30

Asterix and Obelix All at Sea (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 30

In ancient Rome the slaves are revolting ...and no more...0 points

Asterix and the Magic Carpet by Albert Uderzo - Book 28

Asterix and the Magic Carpet by Albert Uderzo - Book 28

The little Gaulish village where Asterix and Obeli more...0 points

Asterix and the Class Act (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 32

Asterix and the Class Act (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) by Albert Uderzo - Book 32

A superb collection of 14 short stories. Go back to more...0 points

Asterix & Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book by Rene Goscinny, Albert Uderzo - Book 34

Asterix & Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book by Rene Goscinny, Albert Uderzo - Book 34

To celebrate a half-century of Asterix, we have so more...0 points

Asterix and the Falling Sky by Albert Uderzo - Book 33

Asterix and the Falling Sky by Albert Uderzo - Book 33

Asterix, the comic hero from the Roman era and the more...0 points

How Obelix Fell into the Magic Potion When he was a Little Boy

How Obelix Fell Into the Magic Potion: When He Was a Little Boy (Asterix)

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This book illustrated by Albert Uderzo and written by René Goscinny tells the tale of how Obelix gained his permanent strenght by falling into the caudron with the magic potion as a child.
Be advised that this is not a standard comic, but rather an illustrated short story. However if you are interested in knowing the background story for Obelix and you want to see all your favourite characters as children, then this is a great addition to your Asterix collection.

Asterix - box set

The adventures of Asterix - Animated movies



Asterix - 
Box Set 
(6 Discs) 
(Animated) [DVD]


This box set includes the following Asterix Cartoons: The 12 Tasks Of Asterix , Asterix And Cleopatra, Asterix The Gaul , Asterix And Caesar. Asterix And The Big Fight and Asterix In Britain.

My personal favourites are The 12 Tasks Of Asterix and Asterix And Cleopatra, especially the first one is filled with adventure and both are full of some really witty puns and hilarious cartoonish gags.

Please note that this is a region 2 DVD set and it may not be viewable outside of Europe.

Comic books like Asterix the Gaul

I you like the Asterix comic books then you will probably also enjoy reading the following comics.
Lucky Luke Comic books
Lucky Luke is the fastest man in the wild west. His continued journey to battle the outlaws, the always amusing drawings and witty writing makes these comics worth a read.
The Adventures of Tintin
Tintin is an adventurous journalist that always gets wrapped up in exciting mysteries.
The comics are funny and exciting and if you enjoy them you can also indulge in Steven Spielbergs recent Tintin movie.

Asterix & Cleopatra: the arsenic cake song

This Asterix song about baking a poisonous cake is just so funny and the rhymes are very clever and well done.

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Asterix Collectors Chess Set

If you are a true Asterix fan then maybe you are also collecting Asterix themed merchandize and collectibles.
To the right is a Asterix themed chess board. 1 player gets to play the Gauls with chief Vitalstatistix and his wife Impedimenta in charge. The other player is the romans who are spearheaded by Caesar and Cleopatra.
There are many cool details in this Asterix chess set that will make you laugh. For instance the towers of the Gauls is the Menhirs Obelix usually carries around.
If you click the picture to the right you can find more info on how to purchase the Asterix Collectors Chess Set.

Asterix Chess Set on eBay

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Asterix inspired T-Shirt

Funny Gag T-shirts with a Gaullic theme

Getafix Potions Gaul Tshirt

Getafix Potions Gaul Tshirt

Inthemix Tee Shirt

Inthemix Tee Shirt

Sygroufix T-shirt

Sygroufix T-shirt

Asterix design T-shirts from eBay

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Asterix toys and collectable figurines

Attakus Cacofonix Mini Bust

Attakus Cacofonix Mini Bust

Imported from France. In Roman-era Gaul, tales wer more...1 point

Attakus Getafix Mini Bust

Attakus Getafix Mini Bust

Imported from France. The wisened old druid Getafi more...1 point

Attakus Obelix Mini Bust

Attakus Obelix Mini Bust

Imported from France. Asterix and Obelix, the Gaul more...1 point

Plastoy Asterix Figures Figurine Set

Plastoy Asterix Figures Figurine Set

Hand painted. Height of the figurines: between 5 and more...0 points

Attakus Asterix Mini Bust

Attakus Asterix Mini Bust

Imported from France. Attakus honors one of the mo more...0 points

Asterix 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Ages 5 Years and Up

Asterix 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Ages 5 Years and Up

Asterix 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle. This fantastic pu more...0 points

Attakus Obelix and Dogmatix Mini Bust

Attakus Obelix and Dogmatix Mini Bust

Imported from France. Since the debut of Rene Gosc more...0 points

Asterix comic books

and other high quality western comics

If you are looking for some great comic books and you are a bit tired of all the Japanese Manga that is flooding the marked at the moment, then having a look at the french Asterix series for some classic comic books laughs, might be a great idea.
Other alternatives are the belgian comics Tintin by Hergé or Lucky Luke by Morris. René Goscinny actually wrote some of the stories for Lucky Luke so if you like his humor then it can definitely be recommended to check out Both Asterix and Lucky Luke.

Asterix Toys on Ebay

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Do you like Asterix

What is your favourite Comic book?

  • PaulRyan Apr 15, 2012 @ 4:50 pm | delete
    I loved the books, as a child, and would probably still read now, but it was such a long time ago I can't name my favourite. I just remember it was about Obelix and his business - Obelix and Co! That was it. :)
  • SayGuddaycom Apr 9, 2012 @ 8:01 pm | delete
    Hands down my favorite books ever. I only recently stopped reading them and that was only because we moved and a 41 year old man packing up his Asterix books is a little odd.
  • Mistel Apr 10, 2012 @ 1:21 pm | delete
    Hehe to be honest I don't think that is odd in the least. The humor in Asterix is so sophisticated that it works both for children and grown up alike.
  • susannaduffy Dec 27, 2011 @ 4:59 pm | delete
    I really appreciate Asterix. Who translates Rene Goscinny's puns? Incredibly clever and I especially love the puns in Latin
  • Mistel Dec 27, 2011 @ 6:29 pm | delete
    The comic books were translated to english by Anthea Bell and Derek Hockridge.
    I don't know if you have read Asterix and the Gaul, but there are some incredibly funny jokes about splitting hair that always get me giggling.
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Asterix T-shirt 

Asterix T-Shirt (Gaul) T-Shirt Navy Blue Medium

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Show your love for the Asterix comics by sporting this T-shirt featuring Asterix' wellknown helmet and the word "Gaul"

Asterix Purse 

Lenticular Purse, Changing Lenticular Images, Asterix Und Cbelix, RC-812-Pavia

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This Asterix themed purse is decorated with a picture of a scene from Asterix and Son.

Asterix and Obelix purse 

Lenticular Purse, Changing Lenticular Images, Asterix Uno Obelix, RC-809-Pavia

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This Asterix and Obelix purse showcases Obelix eating a wildboar.