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Forbidden Planet

Comic Book Store, Bookstore, and Hobby Store

Greenwich Village, New York

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Forbidden Planet

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Ranked #1 for comic stores in 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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Damien Basile 😈February 20, 2010
There's a second floor with manga, anime & DVDs. Go to the back right of the store for all this and more!
Karina O.February 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
They changed locations. A lot more space now.
Queen Merlyn (MJ)October 7, 2013
It's incredible I love it
Dan MassoApril 16, 2010
Been here 25+ times
As said before, great place for all your new comic, trade and merch needs but if you're looking for back issues look elsewhere.
Jamie MacLeanMarch 10, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Forbidden Planet no longer gives students a 10% discount :(
iFanboySeptember 19, 2010
Another great NYC comic shop, chocked full of great books and merch
Adam PerezOctober 18, 2011
Great place to get some cool comics shirts and toys
Joe OrtizOctober 27, 2010
Really rad place! People are very helpful. I'm Loving the geeky feel!
Tomas PilusoFebruary 18, 2016
Good place
michele jarrettJune 27, 2011
Huge selections and helpful staff! Read more
Robert BuchananJanuary 20, 2016
Comic books!
Ren WAugust 7, 2014
Knowledgable assistant.
Liz O' MalleyJanuary 7, 2011
Great comic shop, worth the visit.
Carlos SuárezJuly 25, 2012
Address has changed to 832 Broadway, down the block.
LeezaSeptember 11, 2014
Nerd heaven in NYC.
Dean S.November 23, 2011
AWESOME! you gotta check it out.
aroozJune 5, 2010
Go to Forbidden Planet with friends who share your interest - the ones who don't will beg you to leave!
huwbaJanuary 11, 2015
Take a deep breath of the chronic
Christopher SaloniaAugust 11, 2018
Embrace the nerdiness
Sid ElizabethApril 17, 2012
I was a newbie not knowing what comics I wanted and a staff member head
NikkiApril 28, 2010
Forbidden planet has no air conditioner what so ever but the both floors are chock full of cramp and i love the sales! Read more
Johnny MartinezFebruary 12, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Mr. Cage was asking for Ghost Rider comics. Classic.
David Pierre-LouisFebruary 19, 2012
This place is awesome!!!!! This is my Disney land!!!
Voodoo ProwlerJanuary 11, 2016
Parada nerd obligatoria
YodaAugust 5, 2011
Find figures and toys here you will. Prices great they are. Yessss.
Adam GarciaFebruary 5, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Best comic store in the city!
christina sanchezJanuary 12, 2013
coolcoolcool
Andrea FronziApril 15, 2011
From manga to anime, they have everything!!!
Tai YabowMarch 21, 2010
Second floor is strictly anime, cramped anime section, big comic stuff on the ground level.
lisa a. reidSeptember 11, 2010
love, love, love forbidden planet. even if it smells like some teenage boy's musty drawers.
0- t0July 24, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Great place to buy comics. Hot as balls during the summer.
Heather GreenJanuary 8, 2012
Bag check is ridiculous, came in looking for MTG stuff, no cards just sleeves & deck boxes.
DonMark BeronillaApril 21, 2012
Dont forget to check up stairs.
Gino BalaccoFebruary 26, 2012
The 77' original Kenner S.W figurines !
Giovanni DeldioFebruary 24, 2024
Been here 100+ times
Nightmare signing
BrooklynBoyOMay 21, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Don't come here for backissues. It's an unholy mess & damn they look like they were onsite during Thing vs. Hulk...
King TommyMay 9, 2012
Been here 100+ times
There's something crazy going on today but right now is not a good time to go to the store.
KanoMay 2, 2011
Nice selection of comic books and figures. Unfortunately it smelled like vomit when I was here.
Karina O.February 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Ghostbusters action figures!
Daphany RoseNovember 8, 2011
Reminds me of engineering students xD computer science ppl to be exact
B-Boy AlphaMarch 28, 2010
Extremely hot inside, especially upstairs In the anime/manga section
0- t0July 22, 2010
Been here 100+ times
This is where i work. it is the place to be. Read more
BallsDecember 13, 2011
Nerd heaven.....so much to take in!!!!
Queen Merlyn (MJ)November 22, 2013
another world
Chris MessinaAugust 22, 2011
10% off if you mention Yelp. 
Sabine DufauxFebruary 21, 2010
Large choice of comics. Manga are on the second Floor. Read more
Kim WilliamsMay 5, 2012
Been here 10+ times
It's free comic day!
Rm LeeMarch 8, 2014
Cool store. Bored? Come here
George PolisJune 16, 2012
big spending spree!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Abigail EliseNovember 10, 2010
Love this place-but why is it always 100 degrees in here?

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