Judge Dredd: A Pop Culture Icon

The Fictional Character

Judge Joseph Dredd is a fictional character created by writer John Wagner and artist Carlos Ezquerra. He first appeared in the second issue of the British comic book 2000 AD in 1977.

Film Adaptations

Judge Dredd has been adapted into two films: a 1995 film starring Sylvester Stallone and a 2012 film starring Karl Urban.

Dystopian Future

Both films depict Judge Dredd as a law enforcement officer in a dystopian future where judges have the power to act as judge, jury, and executioner. In the city of Mega-City One, Judge Dredd is the most famous and feared lawman.

Controversies and Impact

The 1995 film adaptation was met with mixed reviews, while the 2012 film received more critical acclaim. Despite the controversies surrounding the films, Judge Dredd remains a popular and influential character in popular culture.