This June, the dead will rise again as Double Take (2T) launches UltimateNight of the Living Dead, with three new comics set in the universe of the 1968 film. Two series,RiseandZ-Menare written by preeminent Zombie writer,Jeff McComsey, while the third,Home, is written by Moth Grand Slam Champion,Peter Aquero. Digital previews of all three premier issues are available now atDoubleTakeUniverse.com.
Much more than just a singular launch, this marks the first releases in a major initiative surrounding the classic horror franchise, which frightened moviegoers all around the world and made zombies a household name. Having commissioned a new generation of writers to breathe new life into the classic franchise, 2T has a dozen series in the works - some following characters from the film in surprising new directions; other stories are all new. All creators are working in collaboration with 2T GM,Bill Jemas.
#1: Sister’s Keeper
They’re coming to get you Barbara. Follow our favorite siblings, Barbara and Johnny, from the classic 1968Night of the Living Deadfilm as they try to survive beyond the night at the abandoned farmhouse.
#1: Lighter Than Air
A happy family, a lovely spring evening, and Zombies.Homefollows a working-class farm family through the events of the zombie apocalypse in western PA. On the night the dead rise, the Foster family has gathered for a quiet Sunday dinner. Oblivious to the horrifying events that will soon unfold, Paul Foster takes his wife and two young children into town, leaving his teenage daughter home alone with her boyfriend. As his small town falls into chaos, Paul has to keep his family together and somehow get back home to his daughter, who is left to fight her own battles.
#1: Nervous in the Service
Dead and/or alive. LBJ orders the Secret Service to bring him back a Zombie. It’s 1966 and the Oval Office is in an uproar; there’s been a spree of mass murders in Western Pennsylvania (and reports of the dead returning to life). President Lyndon B. Johnson assigns the head of the Secret Service to send agents into the field to investigate. Agents Stuart and Clancy are given the opportunity to serve their country and see if the zombie apocalypse has indeed begun.
In related movie/comic book news, Legendary Comics is taking the twisted stories from the mind ofMichael Doughertyfrom the screen to the printed page with the announcement of two graphic novels based onTrick ‘r TreatandKrampus. Hitting stores later this year, the all-new books are tied into the world of Dougherty’s highly-anticipated big screen releases. Here’s what writer-directorMichael Doughertyhad to say about the comics in a statement, revealing that theTrick ‘r Treatcomic will tie in toTrick ‘r Treat 2.
“I’ve been having way too much fun working with Legendary and the rest of my team bringing the ancient legend ofKrampusto the big screen, and I look forward to expanding the film’s dark Christmas mythology onto the comic page. And hopefully the fans who’ve been patiently waiting forTrick ‘r Treat 2will enjoy this deeper peek into Sam’s world until he finally rises from the pumpkin patch once more. Happy Holidays.”
Please find more information on each release below. More information on each title will be released at a later date.
Trick ‘r Treat
The dark and twisted face of the cult horror hitKrampusis back… are you ready for the return of Sam? With the official graphic novel Trick ‘r Treat, Legendary dares you to experience four all-new terrifying tales set in the universe of the ultimate Halloween anthology.From the twisted imagination of series creator Dougherty (screenwriter ofX2: X-Men UnitedandSuperman Returns) and a top-notch team of horror storytellers and artists, comes this 4-part collection that paves the way for theKrampusfilm sequel. Across centuries of Halloween horror, wherever fear lies, Sam will be waiting.
YOU BETTER WATCH OUT… If you want to survive the holidays, stay off the naughty list. Legendary Comics presentsKrampus, the official graphic novel based on the upcoming horror comedy from writer/directorMichael Dougherty(creator ofKrampus). Unleashing the ancient Christmas demonKrampusand his maniacal holiday-themed henchmen,Krampusmixes fear, fun and festive thrills for an adventure that will change the way you see the holidays forever
