List of Asterix volumes
| Industry | Comics, Publishing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1961 |
| Founder | René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo |
| Products | Comic book albums, illustrated stories, film books |
This compilation includes every Asterix volume, featuring 40 official albums alongside several related works.
The original French release years and volume numbers are provided; note that publication details may vary in other languages.
Goscinny and Uderzo (1961–1979, 2003, 2009)
| # | Year | English Title | French Title | Primary Location | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1961 | Asterix the Gaul | Astérix le Gaulois | Asterix's village and Roman camp overview (no journey) |
The Romans uncover that the Gauls' power stems from Getafix's enchanted potion. They capture the druid to obtain the formula, but Asterix cleverly orchestrates his liberation. |
| 2 | 1962 | Asterix and the Golden Sickle | La Serpe d'or | Lutetia (Paris) | When Getafix’s sickle breaks, Asterix and Obelix venture to Lutetia amid a puzzling shortage of sickles to procure a replacement. |
| 3 | 1963 | Asterix and the Goths | Astérix et les Goths | Germany | Getafix is seized by the Goths, prompting Asterix and Obelix to embark on a mission to rescue him. |
| 4 | 1964 | Asterix the Gladiator | Astérix gladiateur | Rome | Cacofonix is delivered to Caesar as a gift but faces execution by lions. To save him, Asterix and Obelix become gladiators themselves. |
| 5 | 1965 | Asterix and the Banquet | Le Tour de Gaule d'Astérix | Multiple French cities | The Romans construct a barricade around the village. Asterix wagers he can traverse Gaul gathering gourmet treats without Roman interference. During this, Obelix adopts Dogmatix. |
| 6 | 1965 | Asterix and Cleopatra | Astérix et Cléopâtre | Egypt | Cleopatra bets she can have a monument built swiftly. Architect Edifis enlists Getafix’s magical assistance while adversaries attempt to undermine the effort. |
| 7 | 1966 | Asterix and the Big Fight | Le combat des chefs | Asterix's village (no journey) | Romans arrange a decisive duel between Gaulish leaders. Getafix suffers memory loss, leaving the village without access to his magic potion. |
| 8 | 1966 | Asterix in Britain | Astérix chez les Bretons | Britain | A British settlement resists Roman occupation but lacks magic potion; Asterix’s cousin appeals for help from Gaul. |
| 9 | 1966 | Asterix and the Normans | Astérix et les Normands | Asterix's village (no journey) | Bold Normans abduct Vitalstatistix’s timid nephew to teach them how to experience fear. |
| 10 | 1967 | Asterix the Legionary | Astérix légionnaire | North Africa | To locate Panacea’s fiancé, Asterix and Obelix enlist in the Roman Legion, confronting traitor Scipio alongside a diverse group of soldiers. |
| 11 | 1968 | Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield | Le bouclier Arverne | "Southern France: Acqua Calidae (Vichy), Gergovia, Nemessos (Clermont-Ferrand)" | "Following indulgent feasting, Vitalstatistix visits a spa. Caesar commands a quest for Vercingetorix’s shield, an emblem of patriotism." |
Uderzo solo (1980–2005)
Following the passing of René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo took over the series independently, crafting narratives that explored subjects such as feminism and encounters with aliens, set in diverse locations like India and the mythical Atlantis.
| # | Year | English Title | French Title | Setting | Plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 1980 | Asterix and the Great Divide | Le Grand fossé | Gaulish village | Asterix and Obelix work to mend a community split by competing chiefs, drawing inspiration from the Berlin Wall and Romeo and Juliet. |
| 26 | 1981 | Asterix and the Black Gold | L'Odyssée d'Astérix | Middle East, Jerusalem | Tasked with locating petroleum in Mesopotamia, Asterix and Obelix are joined by a deceptive druid, featuring a homage to Goscinny. |
| 27 | 1983 | Asterix and Son | Le Fils d'Astérix | Asterix's village | The arrival of a mysterious infant, Caesar's son Caesarion, triggers a pursuit by Roman legions led by Brutus. |
| 28 | 1987 | Asterix and the Magic Carpet | Astérix chez Rahazade | Iran, India | A fakir enlists Cacofonix's help to rescue his drought-affected land; Asterix and Obelix embark on a magic carpet journey to India. |
| 29 | 1991 | Asterix and the Secret Weapon | La Rose et le glaive | Asterix's village | A satire on feminism: a female bard empowers local women; Caesar counters by sending female legionnaires exploiting Gaulish traditions. |
| 30 | 1996 | Asterix and Obelix All at Sea | La Galère d'Obélix | Atlantis | After drinking magic potion, Obelix reverts to childhood; escaped slaves seek out Atlantis to restore him. |
| 31 | 2001 | Asterix and the Actress | Astérix et Latraviata | Asterix's village | A Roman actress impersonates Panacea to recover Pompey’s sword and helmet, gifts given to Asterix and Obelix. |
| 33 | 2005 | Asterix and the Falling Sky | Le ciel lui tombe sur la tête | Asterix's village | Aliens compete for the Gauls’ legendary weapon; the magic potion produces unforeseen effects on them. |
Jean-Yves Ferri and Didier Conrad (2013–2021)
Beginning in 2013, Jean-Yves Ferri took on writing duties while Didier Conrad handled illustration, marking the first collaborative authorship since Goscinny’s death in 1977.
| # | Year | English Title | French Title | Setting | Plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2013 | Asterix and the Picts | Astérix chez les Pictes | Caledonia | Asterix and Obelix escort MacAroon, a Pict, to reunite with his beloved Camomilla while opposing the treacherous chieftain MacCabeus and his Roman allies seeking control. |
| 36 | 2015 | Asterix and the Missing Scroll | Le Papyrus de César | Asterix's village | After Caesar’s censored account of Gaulish defeats is stolen, the Gauls strive to safeguard their true history for future generations. |
| 37 | 2017 | Asterix and the Chariot Race | Astérix et la Transitalique | Italy | Obelix competes in a chariot race across Italy alongside Asterix and Dogmatix, visiting prominent Roman cities along the route. |
| 38 | 2019 | Asterix and the Chieftain's Daughter | La Fille De Vercingétorix | Asterix's village | The arrival of a mysterious young woman connected to Vercingétorix draws Caesar’s interest. |
| 39 | 2021 | "Asterix and the Griffin" | "Asterix et le Griffon" | "±Barbarikon" | "To defend a sacred griffin, Asterix and Obelix join forces with female warriors against Caesar’s troops, while Dogmatix forms a bond with wolves." |
Fabcaro and Didier Conrad (2023–present)
In 2023, Fabcaro took over the writing duties from Ferri, while Didier Conrad maintained his role as the series' illustrator.
| # | Year | English Title | French Title | Setting | Plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 2023 | Asterix and the White Iris | L'Iris blanc | Asterix’s village, Lutetia | The morale of the Roman legion declines; Isivertuus's "White Iris" scheme nearly pacifies the Gauls by attempting to seduce Impedimenta and offer her to Caesar. Vitalstatistix organizes a mission to rescue her in Lutetia. |
| 41 | 2025 | Asterix in Lusitania | Astérix en Lusitanie | Portugal |
Format
Standard Asterix albums typically comprise 44 pages, though some exceptions exist: Asterix and the Golden Sickle contains 42 pages, Asterix and the Goths has 43, Asterix Conquers Rome includes 28 pages, Asterix and the Chariot Race extends to 45 pages, while compilations such as Asterix and the Class Act and Asterix and Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book vary in length.
Text stories
In 1967, Goscinny and Uderzo released a narrated adventure titled Le menhir d'or, available on vinyl paired with an illustrated storybook; this was reissued in 2020 along with a downloadable audio version.
During the mid-1980s, a collection of 26-page illustrated text stories aimed at younger audiences was produced. These works combined original artwork with adapted images from the albums but saw limited translation abroad and received modest acclaim. The titles include:
- 1984 – Les Pirates (The Pirates)
- 1985 – L'illustrissime Belcantus (The Illustrious Belacantus)
- 1985 – L'abominable horrifix (The Dreadful Horrifix)
- 1985 – Jericocorix (The Jericocorix)
- 1986 – La course de chars (The Great Chariot Race)
- 1986 – Le feu de pommes (The Apple Cider)
- 1986 – Marmaille et pagaille (Kids and Chaos)
- 1986 – L'eau du ciel (Water from Heaven)
In 1989, Goscinny authored a final illustrated tale with fresh artwork by Uderzo, published in the traditional album format. This 32-page volume, the only one translated into English, is titled:
- 1989 – Comment Obelix est tombé dans la marmite du druide quand il était petit (How Obelix Fell into the Magic Potion When he was a Little Boy)
Between 1989 and 1990, the initial eight illustrated stories were republished as four volumes containing two stories each.
In 2007, Editions Albert René released Astérix et ses Amis, a compilation of short Asterix tales created by various cartoonists employing diverse artistic styles. This collection was dedicated to Uderzo’s eightieth birthday and features a preface by his daughter Sylvie.
Film adaptations
Film productions that are not directly adapted from single albums have corresponding film books designed to resemble original album formats, incorporating scenes and plotlines from the movies:
- 1976 – The Twelve Tasks of Asterix, accompanied by twelve brief illustrated books detailing each task.
- 1985 – Asterix Versus Caesar
- 1989 – Operation Getafix, adapted from Asterix and the Big Fight
- 1994 – Asterix Conquers America
- 2006 – Asterix and the Vikings
- 2023 – L'empire du milieu, with text by Olivier Gay and illustrations by Fabrice Tarrin (Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom), currently unpublished in English
External links
- Asterix NZ: Explore Within – Details covering all 33 volumes of Asterix
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