Alex Raymond’s pulp hero Flash Gordon is set to make his grand return to comic books this spring as Mad Cave Studios, in partnership with King Features, is set to launch an all-new series of sci-fi adventures from writer Jeremy Adams (Green Lantern, Flashpoint Beyond) and artist Will Conrad (Black Panther, Justice League).
“I couldn’t be more excited to see Flash Gordon come back to the printed page,” said writer Jeremy Adams. “Will Conrad has taken the character to a whole new level with his incredible art, and the team at Mad Cave have been a joy to work with as we take this larger-than-life character on a quest that spans the entire universe. Hold onto your seats and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!”
“I am beyond excited with the chance to work alongside Jeremy and everyone at Mad Cave on bringing Flash Gordon back to comics,” added artist Will Conrad. “It’s like going back in time and bringing all of these beloved characters back to the present, with some new and modern tweaks, but without losing the essence of each one. Can’t avoid listening to Queens classic rock riff ‘FLASH! AAAAAHHHHH’ every time I sit to draw a panel. I believe everyone will feel the same!”
Flash Gordon awakens on a secret prison planet somewhere in the galaxy. Upon learning that Dale Arden is the subject of an assassination plot, he’s forced to break out and make his way across the galaxy to save her. Along the way, he encounters old friends, new threats, and a greater mystery surrounding WHO is pulling the strings of this universe.
Mad Cave will launch the new series with the release of Flash Gordon #0 on Free Comic Book Day, May 5th, followed by Flash Gordon #1 on July 24th.
