My Comic Shop Country (2020)

Embark on an exploration of passion, fandom, and business in My Comic Shop Country, a captivating documentary that delves into the intriguing world of comic book stores throughout America. Witness filmmaker and past employee of New York's Alternate Realities, Anthony Desiato, as he ventures on an illuminating journey ignited by the closure of his former workplace after 23 impactful years. The narrative begs the question, why don't comic stores share the same commercial success as the blockbuster characters they birth? Traverse the country with Desiato as he investigates the comic retail industry, featuring 20 diverse shops that are reshaping their narrative, one comic enthusiast at a time, all week long. Moreover, gain intimate insights into the past, present, and potential future of Alternate Realities. My Comic Shop Country is a saga of resilience, creativity, and unyielding love for the comic book realm.

My Comic Shop Country is a documentary movie directed by Anthony Desiato.

My Comic Shop Country is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and Tubi TV and it's also available on OVID.

It is also possible to buy My Comic Shop Country on Amazon Video and Apple TV.