This is a list of star wars comics, comic books set in the fictional star wars universe. The rogue one crew makes the leap from the big screen to the comic book page in this actionpacked. So i just got through with watching the latest episode of star wars. Apr 06, 2017 fans were finally able to pick up last years blockbuster rogue one. Dark horse comics owned the license to publish star wars comics from lucasfilm exclusively from 1991 to 2014. A star wars story graphic novel adaptation, december 2017, 0 bby, alessandro ferrari. Rogue one comics, told that the rise of skywalker comic book will build out elements of the story there may not have been time or a place. The rogue one crew makes the leap from the big screen to the comicbook page in this actionpacked. Rogue one adaptation is a sixissue comic book series published by marvel comics. Lucasfilms nowcorporate sibling marvel comics, which published star wars comics from 1977 to 1986, are once again publishing star wars titles that started in 2015. Fans were finally able to pick up last years blockbuster rogue one. The screenplay by chris weitz and tony gilroy is from a. Shangchi star simu liu shares adorable throwback photo showcasing his fandom.
Dec 22, 2016 it might seem obvious, but marvels new star wars flagship comic is actually pretty great. A star wars story features art by emilio laiso, paolo villanelli, and oscar bazaldua and colors by rachelle rosenberg. Rogue one adaptation is a sixissue comic book series published by marvel comics based on the 2016 film rogue one. Aug 09, 2017 comic book bin leroy douresseaux aug 24, 2017 the art and graphical storytelling by artist fernando blanco is good, if not spectacular. The characters of disney and lucasfilms upcoming film rogue one. Blanco obviously comes across as a credible star wars comic book artist which is not something everyone call pull off. The last jedi comic book in the works from rogue one cowriter gary whitta, and it will include scenes that werent in the movie. It was written by james luceno and first published by del rey in the united states on november 15, 2016, in hardcover and ebook format. It might seem obvious, but marvels new star wars flagship comic is actually pretty great. Disneys sequel trilogy has come to a close, and its transformed the galaxy that lucas built. A star wars story are set to appear first on a marvel comics series.
Comics you need to read before rogue one screenrant. A trade paperback was published on december 12, 2017. The story, art and characters therein are the property of lucasfilm, disney and marvel comics. The rogue one crew makes the leap from the big screen to the comicbook page in this actionpacked adaptation. Luke and leia return to the devastated planet of jedha, bombed by the death star in rogue one, in hopes of finding surviving members of the partisans, the militant rebel group led by saw gererra. The three films have introduced new characters, force abilities, and even new technologies. A rogue one novel is the prequel novel to the anthology film rogue one. The teaser for the next film in the star wars universe is here.
I was impressed how spurrier managed to cleverly wrap up most of plot points and use most of major characters weve had through entire series. When they were brothers by haden blackman and brian ching published by titan books ltd. The novel was released in paperback on may 2, 2017. The adaptation ran from april to september 2017, and was written by jody houser and illustrated by emilio laiso. If you liked rogue one, youll love these star wars comics. Rogue one comic shows a different side of the story. With felicity jones, diego luna, alan tudyk, donnie yen. How marvels rogue one adaptation further explores the films powerful themes look back at the recent happenings in marvels star wars titles, from rogue one to doctor aphra. Marvels rogue one comics will be a prequel to the star. We hoped, a year ago, the movie would be based in some part on the expan. Comic book galaxy explores marvels star wars comic book releases and provides a discussion point on the culture and climate of the star wars comic book universe april was a stellar month for star wars comics. Both have a lot of problems, but rogue one had a big payoff with the last 40 minutes or so. Marvel expands star wars comic book line with rogue one.
The comics will serve as a prequel to the movie thats slated to hit theaters later this year. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. For now, the character can be seen chasing down the ghost crew in star wars. Art by emilio laiso, oscar bazaldua nava, and fernando blanco. The death star, the empires ultimate weapon, is nearing completion, and the rebel alliance may be doomed. The rise of skywalker comic adaptation is probably.
Comic book galaxy explores marvels star wars comic book releases and provides a discussion point on the culture and climate of the star wars comic book universe its wednesday, which means comic book galaxy is here to look at the latest star wars comic books. On its own, its a dependable translation, and as part of the vast star wars comics pantheon, it will hold a prominent place by its nature as an official film in the canon. Visionaries, but it completely nails rogue ones similar vibe of normal people amidst in the. The series launched before the force awakens debut, and looks to fill in some of the missing time. Maybe theres hope for thrawn appearing in more media down the line, like one of the planned a star wars story spinoffs. Rogue one takes us back to just before start of the original trilogy to tell the story of how the death star plans ended up in princess leias hands in a new hope. The biggest movie of the year jumps from the big screen to the comic book. Aug 17, 2016 its wednesday, which means comic book galaxy is here to look at the latest star wars comic books. Star wars for all the variations of the subject on the site.
The force awakens is a strong return to the star wars mythos. Rogue one, the small rebel crew comprising jyn erso and friends, has arrived on scarif. Rogue one a star wars story tpb 2017 marvel comic books. All looks lost for the galaxy when the empires new superweapon is discovered. A star wars story now in theaters, we take a look at the things which did and did not work in the movie, ranging from the fates of key characters to whether key story elements.
All looks lost for the rebellion against the empire as they learn of the existence of a new superweapon the death star. In the same month, marvel comics released the star wars. The comics will definitely expand on what was seen in both rogue one the film and the novelization. The rogue one crew makes the leap from the big screen to the comic book page in this actionpacked adaptation. This edition includes the short story the voice of the empire by mur lafferty, originally published in. The star wars comic books category for a complete list. Last night, the trades revealed that mon mothma actress genevieve oreilly and denise gough had been cast in the upcoming rogue one. Nov 07, 2017 maybe theres hope for thrawn appearing in more media down the line, like one of the planned a star wars story spinoffs. Comic book galaxy explores marvels star wars comic book releases. Like alexander freeds novelization of the film, housers story includes scenes that did not make the final cut of the film, such as jyns interaction with her. Rogue one certainly isnt the first time lucasfilm has tried to fill in gaps in the star wars universes history.
Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with, between, and after. Apr 05, 2017 the bottom line is, if you enjoyed rogue one on the silver screen, you will find something to enjoy about this comic. But much danger lays in the path between the rebels and the death star plans. New heroes jyn erso and cassian andor set out on a desperate. Apr 07, 2016 the teaser for the next film in the star wars universe is here. In volume 9 of the marvel comics star wars series not volume 7, according to goodreads, the ashes of jedha. The daughter of an imperial scientist joins the rebel alliance in a risky move to steal the death star plans. New heroes jyn erso and cassian andor set out on a desperate mission to steal the plans to destroy the new superweapon. The biggest movie of the year jumps from the big screen to the comic book page. The rise of skywalker has fixed a plot hole in rogue one. Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. Notable for being one of the first major attempts to push a holistic stand alone star wars project that was an incanon bridge between episodes, shadows of the empire was released an expanded universe novel, comicbook, and video game. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.
The new comic starts just after the battle of yavin. The bottom line is, if you enjoyed rogue one on the silver screen, you will find something to enjoy about this comic. Going by the actual text, and the content of the film proper, it can only be assumed that he was working for the latest version of the script with each scene as there are only a few lines of difference here. A star wars story or simply rogue one is a 2016 american space opera film directed by gareth edwards.
Im not usually a fan of these comic book adaptations because they dont add anything to the story. The comic was written by duane swierczynski and pencilled by fernando blanco. Zachary sherman from an anthology book called star wars. A star wars story features art by emilio laiso, paolo villanelli, and oscar bazaldua and colors by. A rogue s end is not only a very interesting story, but one of the better arcs of aphra comic. Alan dean fosters novelisation of the movie is an enjoyable read.
But their sacrifices have not been forgotten, specifically amongst the holy trio of. It did a good job of being a star wars war film, leading into a new hope, and maintaining the vibes of. Apr 25, 2020 last night, the trades revealed that mon mothma actress genevieve oreilly and denise gough had been cast in the upcoming rogue one. The rebellion comes to marvel comics this spring as one of the biggest films of 2016. A star wars story on bluray and dvd, following a successful theatrical release. Now that disney owns star wars and has handed the license over to marvel, they have completely rebooted the star wars universe in the comics.