IDW and Topps join forces to celebrates the upcoming 50th anniversary of MARS ATTACKS with a brand new comic.
“We are excited to be partnering with Topps on this classic brand. Mars Attacks has always been a favorite of the comics creator community, and fans can look forward to top talent bringing their visions to fruition,” said Greg Goldstein, IDW’s Chief Operating Officer. “I know we will definitely bring the comics to the next level.”
“When looking for a comics partner for Mars Attacks, we wanted a publisher with the right creative sensibilities and an appreciation of our brand’s fifty-year legacy,” said Ira Friedman, Topps/VP, Global Licensing. “There’s no doubt that IDW will provide a great home for us. We’re looking forward to Mars Attacks complementing their existing stable of powerhouse franchises.”
MARS ATTACKS was a series of trading cards created by Len Brown, Wally Wood, and Woody Gelman in 1962. The cards became popular due to the shocking images depicted on the cards (painted by Norm Saunders). The franchise was revived in the mid-90s with a second set of cards, a comic book series, toy line and eventually became a film directed by Tim Burton.
The new comic series will debut Summer 2012.
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