21 Calvin And Hobbes Comics Reimagined With Different Characters

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Calvin and Hobbes fan art exudes the charisma and charm of the beloved comic strip in ways you never imagined. Created by American cartoonist Bill Watterson, on November 18, 1985, its popularity grew after its first year of syndication and was soon published worldwide. However, after its conclusion in 1995, fans were left without any new tales from the lives of six-year-old Calvin and his stuffed tiger Hobbes. However, thanks to the creative minds of dedicated fans, they have continued their adventures with fan art of pop culture characters drawn as Calvin and Hobbes.

Though many artists have taken to drawing new comics that continue in the style of Watterson, crossover Calvin and Hobbes fan art reveals itself as a real gem of the Internet. From video games to throwback cartoons to popular TV shows, fans have taken the style of the original comic and added the perfect hint of pop culture perfection. Here is a collection of some of the best Calvin and Hobbes mashup fan art, each a friendly reminder that differences don't have to stop you from having fun.


  • 1

    Vader And Kylo Ren

    Brian Kesinger illustrates the true Dark side of Darth Vader and Kylo Ren.

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    Rey And BB-8

    Rey And BB-8
    Photo: Metaweb / CC-BY

    The Force Awakens in this playful picture of Rey and BB-8 by Brian Kesinger.

  • 3

    Spider-Man And Venom

    NinjaInk takes a new comic take on the eternal battle between Spider-Man and Venom. 

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    Kylo And Darth

    Kylo And Darth
    Photo: flickr / CC0

    Grandfather/grandson bonding aplenty in Brian Kesinger's original Star Wars illustration. 

  • 5

    Naruto And Kurama

    From the mind of Jin Joson: the hyperactive, knuckleheaded ninja Naruto and Kurama, the nine-tailed beast.

  • 6

    Johnny And Uncle Bob

    The babbling stream filled with skulls is the perfect setting for this Terminator 2 homage from NinjaInk