The publisher is taking twisted stories from the mind of Michael Dougherty from the screen to the printed page with the announcement of a pair of graphic novels based on his films Trick ‘r Treat and Krampus. Hitting stores in the fall, the all-new books are tied into the world of Dougherty’s anticipated big screen releases.
Each of the original graphic novels will feature a story by Dougherty, Zach Shields and
Todd Casey and a script by a well-known comic book writer — Marc Andreyko of Manhunter and Batwoman for Trick ‘r Treat and Witch Doctor‘s Brandon Seifert for Krampus. A battery of artists will contribute to the two books, including Eisner winner Fiona Staples for Trick ‘r Treat.
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“I’ve been having way too much fun working with Legendary and the rest of my team bringing the ancient legend of Krampus to the big screen, and I look forward to expanding the film’s dark Christmas mythology onto the comic page,” Dougherty said. “And hopefully the fans who’ve been patiently waiting for Trick ‘r Treat 2 will enjoy this deeper peek into Sam’s world until he finally rises from the pumpkin patch once more. Happy Holidays.”
This isn’t the first time Trick ‘r Treat has been adapted to comics, of course; around the time of the first film’s release, there was a DC Comics one-shot, also written by Andreyko.
More information on each title will be released at a later date. You can see creative team information and solicitation text below.
Story By:
Michael Dougherty
Zach Shields
Todd Casey
Writer:
Marc Andreyko
Artists:
Fiona Staples
Zid
Stuart Sayger
Stephen Byrne
Synopsis
The dark and twisted face of the cult horror hit Trick ‘R Treat is 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 ofthe ultimate Halloween anthology.
From the twisted imagination of series creator Dougherty (screenwriter of X-Men 2 and Superman Returns) and a top-notch team of horror storytellers and artists, comes this 4-part collection that paves the way for the Trick ‘r Treat film sequel. Across centuries of Halloween horror, wherever fear lies, Sam will be waiting.
Format: OGN
Price: $14.99
In stores: November
Story by
Michael Dougherty
Zach Shields
Todd Casey
Writer
Brandon Seifert
Artists
Michael Montenat
Stuart Sayger
Maan House
Christian DiBari
Synopsis
YOU BETTER WATCH OUT…
If you want to survive the holidays, stay off the naughty list.
Legendary Comics presents Krampus, the official graphic novel based on the upcoming horror comedy from writer/director Michael Dougherty (creator of Trick ‘r Treat).
Unleashing the ancient Christmas demon Krampus and his maniacal holiday-themed henchmen, Krampus mixes fear, fun and festive thrills for an adventure that will change the way you see the holidays forever
