Brief
IDW announces new James Bond comic series with writer Grant Morrison
The series, titled for its opening adventure “Sunbreaker,” will feature new gadgets, cars and a headline villain.
By Felo News Desk · Published
IDW Publishing has secured the license from Ian Fleming Publications to produce a new James Bond comic book series, appointing acclaimed writer Grant Morrison to helm the project, the Hollywood Reporter said on Oct. 9.
What happened
The partnership was announced in a statement from IDW, confirming that Morrison will write a six‑part opening adventure called “Sunbreaker.” No artist has been attached and no release date has been set. The series will introduce new cars, gadgets and a villain drawn from contemporary headlines.
What the reports add
The report notes that IDW CEO Davidi Jonas described the collaboration as “a perfect example of IDW doing what it does best with licensed properties,” emphasizing a desire to take “radical swings” while staying true to the franchise. Morrison said he has been a Bond fan “for as long as I can remember” and sees the project as comparable to his work on iconic characters such as King Arthur, Robin Hood and Sherlock Holmes.
What was said
“Pairing a renowned franchise like James Bond with the visionary writer Grant Morrison is a perfect example of IDW doing what it does best with licensed properties,” IDW CEO Davidi Jonas told The Hollywood Reporter.
“I’ve been a James Bond fan for as long as I can remember and this opportunity to put my own stamp on a British character as iconic as King Arthur, Robin Hood or Sherlock Holmes, was too good to miss,” Morrison said.
“Our opening 6‑part adventure, Sunbreaker, attempts to create a definitive Bond story featuring everything fans love about the character and his world, while adding a whole lot more,” Morrison added.
Key facts
- IDW Publishing acquired the license to create new James Bond comics. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Grant Morrison will write a six‑part opening adventure titled “Sunbreaker.” (hollywoodreporter.com)
- No artist or release date has been announced yet. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- IDW CEO Davidi Jonas said the partnership aims to take “radical swings” with the franchise. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Morrison described himself as a lifelong Bond fan and likened the project to his work on other iconic characters. (hollywoodreporter.com)
Sources
- [1] hollywoodreporter.com — originally reported as “James Bond Comic Book Series in the Works from Grant Morrison, IDW (Exclusive)”
