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Creation & Design

Pinhead was created by Clive Barker for his novella 'The Hellbound Heart' and later adapted into the film series and comic books. His design is iconic, featuring a grid of nails embedded in his head.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a minor character in the original Hellraiser film, Pinhead quickly became a fan favorite, leading to expanded roles in sequels and comic adaptations.

Character Development

Over the years, Pinhead has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character embodying themes of desire, suffering, and the consequences of human actions. His portrayal in comics has allowed for deeper exploration of his motivations and the lore surrounding the Cenobites.

Cultural Reception

Pinhead has been received as an iconic horror figure, often cited as one of the greatest horror villains in cinema and literature. His unique aesthetic and philosophical depth have garnered a dedicated fanbase.

Character Details

Real Name:
Elliot Spencer
First Appearance:
Hellraiser #1
Aliases:
Hell Priest, Lead Cenobite
Species:
Human/Cenobite
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Cenobites, Hellraiser
Abilities:
Teleportation, Pain Manipulation, Immortality
Equipment:
Lament Configuration, Cenobite Tools
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
white
Hair Color:
bald

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Hellraiser #1
Epic ⋅ 1989
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Hellraiser #1
 
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1st cover only appearance of Pinhead, appears in-story in issue #2

Ongoing series that lasted 20 issues, inspired by characters and events in Clive Barker's Hellraiser

Epic is a defunct imprint of Marvel Comics

Hellraiser #2
Epic ⋅ 1991
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Hellraiser #2
 
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1st interior appearance of Pinhead, previously appeared on the cover and in a PIN-up in issue #1

Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #1
Epic ⋅ 1991
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Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #1
 
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Four-issue comic book series featuring a closer look at the Cenobites and other Hellraiser mythology

Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #2
Epic ⋅ 1992
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Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #2
 
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Four-issue comic book series featuring a closer look at the Cenobites and other Hellraiser mythology

Wraparound cover art by John Rheaume

Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #3
Epic ⋅ 1992
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Clive Barker's Book of the Damned: A Hellraiser Companion #3
 
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#3 in a four-issue comic book series featuring a closer look at the Puzzlebox of Hellraiser mythology

Hellraiser: Dark Holiday Special #1
Marvel ⋅ 1992
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Hellraiser: Dark Holiday Special #1
 
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Scarce issue that tells three short stories from various writers

Hellraiser #20
Epic ⋅ 1993
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Hellraiser #20
 
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Scarce, oversized final issue

15-page story written by the Sandman team, Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean

Pinhead #1
Epic ⋅ 1993
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Pinhead #1
 
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First solo titled series featuring Pinhead

Hellraiser #8
BOOM! ⋅ 2011
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Hellraiser #8
 
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1st appearance of Kirsty Cotton as Pinhead

Lady Death: Devotions #1
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Variant ⋅ Coffin Comics ⋅ 2018
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Lady Death: Devotions #1
 
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Variant 'Naughty Lament' cover art by Dan Mendoza, limited to 185 copies

Parody of Pinhead from the movie Hellraiser

Stabbity Bunny #8
Variant ⋅ Scout ⋅ 2018
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Stabbity Bunny #8
 
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Variant virgin cover art by Richard Rivera, limited to 100 copies

Parody of Pinhead from the 'Hellraiser' movie franchise

Foil cover

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