LOS ANGELES, CA (July 28, 2024) – STAR TREK will continue to boldly go forth into all-new adventures!
The STAR TREK line of comic books has received universal praise, earning prestigious Eisner Award nominations in both 2023 and 2024, as well ComicBook.com stating “it’s hard to imagine what more any fan could want from a STAR TREK comic.” Now, IDW Publishing and Paramount Global are immensely proud to announce an extension of the partnership between the two companies to continue their mission of exploring the vast and imaginative STAR TREK universe in the comic book medium.
“STAR TREK is not just an iconic franchise, but a universe that celebrates diversity and creativity,” remarked Davidi Jonas, CEO of IDW Media Holdings. “The STAR TREK community is one that we’re proud to serve and be part of. The team at Paramount share our love of storytelling, universe expansion, and delighting fans. We are humbled and excited to renew our commitment, and plan on years of going boldly forward with our partners and fans.”
IDW Publisher Mark Doyle is honored to have the legacy of STAR TREK continue to expand under IDW. “I have always loved STAR TREK for its positive vision of the future. It’s been such a joy to watch and support the editorial and creative teams as they tell bold new stories in this universe that have really resonated with audiences old and new.” The Publisher continued, “From Eisner nominations to glowing fan praise, the STAR TREK community has really embraced the stories we’re telling and I cannot wait for them to see where we go next!”
STAR TREK #500, the massive milestone issue which includes a prelude for the next big event, as well as a short story co-written by Patton Oswalt and featuring much more, goes on sale September 4, 2024. The innovative and interactive original graphic novel STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS – WARP YOUR OWN WAY beams into shops on October 22, 2024. Meanwhile, the acclaimed titles STAR TREK, STAR TREK: DEFIANT, and SONS OF STAR TREK are currently available in comic book shops. For updates on everything regarding STAR TREK comics, be sure to follow IDW and the official STAR TREK accounts on social media.