Originally running from 1940 all the way into the '80s, PEP was the platform for Archie's first appearance in 1941, and introduced many of the Riverdale citizens that the world still follows over 80 years later.
Pep Comic Issue 57 includes the story “Archie in Archie Goes Fishing”. With only five bucks left to last the month, Archie decides a fishing trip is the perfect cheap date for Veronica. But his budget-friendly plan quickly turns into an unexpectedly expensive—and hilariously difficult—adventure. What follows is classic Archie comedy at its best. Other stories in this issue include “The Shield and Dusty in The Main Who Wouldn't Stay Dead”, “Suzie in Sic 'em, Suzie!”, and more. Originally running from 1940 all the way into the '80s, PEP was the platform for Archie's first appearance in 1941 and introduced many of the Riverdale citizens that the world still follows over 80 years later. DISCLAIMER: The stories, characters, and incidents in this publication are entirely fictional. This publication contains material that was originally created in a less racially and socially sensitive time in our society and reflects attitudes that may be represented as offensive today. The stories are represented here without alteration for historical reference.