Coming in 2027…
Marvel in 2027 will be offering new editions reprinting the entire line of its original 1970s-’80s Star Wars comics, to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary and the earliest expansion of its universe.
The books — including a deluxe edition collecting the foundational first six issues, as well as three omnibi — feature a litany of top-flight creators, such as Roy Thomas, Howard Chaykin, Archie Goodwin, Carmine Infantino, Walt Simonson, Louise Simonson, Chris Claremont, Ann Nocenti, Sal Buscema, and many more.
Dig the online retailer descriptions:
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE 50TH ANNIVERSARY DELUXE EDITION
Roy Thomas, Howard Chaykin
The original comic adaptation of the greatest space-fantasy film of all!
Weeks before George Lucas’ first Star Wars film hit theatres, Marvel gave fans their first look at Luke Skywalker, boldly asking: “Will he save the galaxy, or destroy it?” You may know the answer, but that doesn’t spoil the fun of seeing A New Hope like never before — including scenes that never made the silver screen! When the Empire takes Princess Leia prisoner, Luke, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C-3PO and R2-D2 ride to the rescue and take on Darth Vader in his awesome Death Star. It’s six against a galaxy — one that’s far, far away and a long time ago! May the Force be with you, in the mighty Marvel manner!
COLLECTING: Star Wars (1977) #1-6
Hardcover
128 pages
$29.99
Sale Date: Apr 27, 2027
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STAR WARS: THE ORIGINAL MARVEL YEARS OMNIBUS VOL. 1 HOWARD CHAYKIN COVER (NEW PRINTING)
The original Star Wars comic book returns!
As the phenomenon dawned in 1977, Marvel Comics published the very first Star Wars comic-book series. Now, the House of Ideas is re-presenting those original adventures in its wampa-sized Omnibus format! It’s the return of the Jedi to Marvel in an opening volume that begins with A New Hope and ends with The Empire Strikes Back. In between, the rebels face a wealth of new perils — from space pirate Crimson Jack to the bounty hunter Beilert Valance, as well as a surprisingly svelte Jabba the Hut (one “t”). Luke goes back to Tatooine, Leia battles alone, Han and Chewie play the deadly Big Game, and Darth Vader hunts for answers! With all your old favorites and plenty of fresh faces — hello, Jaxxon! — there’s no doubt, the Force is strong with this one!
Collecting: STAR WARS (1977) #1-44 and STAR WARS ANNUAL (1979) #1
Written by: Roy Thomas & Archie Goodwin with Howard Chaykin, Don Glut, Chris Claremont, Jo Duffy & Michael Golden
Penciled by: Howard Chaykin, Carmine Infantino, Al Williamson, Carlos Garzon, Alan Kupperberg, Walter Simonson, Herb Trimpe, Mike Vosburg & Michael Golden
Hardcover
880 pages
$125
Sale Date: March 16, 2027
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STAR WARS: THE ORIGINAL MARVEL YEARS OMNIBUS VOL. 2 GENE DAY COVER (NEW PRINTING)
The very first Star Wars comic book continues!
After the events of The Empire Strikes Back, Han Solo is lost, frozen in carbonite. But as the search for Solo begins, Imperial forces and other troubles keep getting in the way. Princess Leia clashes with Darth Vader! Luke Skywalker goes on trial for treason! C-3PO and R2-D2 face danger on a droid moon! Lando Calrissian finds Cloud City deserted! If the Crimson Forever doesn’t get the rebels, maybe the new Imperial super-weapon will! And a new member joins the gang, with a crush on a certain handsome Jedi! Meanwhile, the discovery of a gold statue of Han reveals a hidden story from his and Chewbacca’s past. And who are the Hoojibs? It’s Star Wars in the Mighty Marvel Manner!
COLLECTING: Star Wars (1977) #45-78, Star Wars Annual (1979) #2
Written by: Archie Goodwin, David Michelinie, Jo Duffy, Walter Simonson, J.M. DeMatteis, Larry Hama, Mike W. Barr, Chris Claremont, Michael Fleisher, Louise Simonson & Bob Layton
Penciled by: Carmine Infantino, Walter Simonson, Ron Frenz, Tom Palmer, Al Williamson, Joe Brozowski, Gene Day, Kerry Gamill & Luke McDonnell
Hardcover
848 pages
$125
Sale Date: May 11, 2027
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STAR WARS: THE ORIGINAL MARVEL YEARS OMNIBUS VOL. 3 TOM PALMER COVER (NEW PRINTING)
The original Star Wars comic book concludes!
Savor an all-action adaptation of Return of the Jedi and find out what happens after the Battle of Endor! Luke, Leia and their allies seek to establish a new galactic government — but Imperial forces still stand in the way. When Darth Vader falls, a Dark Lady will rise! Meanwhile, Han Solo and Chewbacca head to Wookiee World! The Ewoks go to war! And tragedy strikes close to C-3PO — could it be that even a droid can cry? Plus: a cornucopia of Star Wars rarities — including exclusive stories only published in the UK!
COLLECTING: Star Wars (1977) #79-107, Star Wars Annual (1979) #3, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1983) #1-4; material from Pizzazz (1977) #1-16; Star Wars Weekly (1978) #60, 94-99, 104-115; Empire Strikes Back Monthly (1980) #149, 151, 153-157; Star Wars Monthly (1982) #159
Written by: Jo Duffy, Archie Goodwin, Linda Grant, Roy Richardson, Randy Stradley, Ann Nocenti, Roy Thomas, Chris Claremont, Steve Moore & Steve Parkhouse
Penciled by: Ron Frenz, Cynthia Martin, Bob McLeod, Al Williamson, Klaus Janson, David Mazzucchelli, Brett Blevins, Tony Salmons, Jan Duursema, Sal Buscema, Steve Leialoha, Tom Palmer, Howard Chaykin, Tony DeZuniga, Walter Simonson, Dave Cockrum, Carmine Infantino, John Stokes, Adolfo Buylla & Alan Davis
Hardcover
1,136 pages
$125
Sale Date: June 8, 2027
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Buncha thoughts:
— I’d say it’s even money that Star Wars #1 will get another Facsimile Edition, though it would be a smart move to re-release the first six issues. That would be a lot of fun. Clearly, Marvel doesn’t have a problem with double-dipping here.
— Not just that — and I know I’m a broken record about this — but Marvel is perfectly positioned to finally bring back the Treasury Edition (like DC has, to great success) by reprinting the first Star Wars collections. I never got the original issues but the two treasuries, which reprinted three issues each, I read over and over again, and their 10″ x 13″ size made it so exciting. (The third treasury collected all six issues.) And, hey, the Deluxe Edition above reuses the cover art from the first treasury.
— In case you’re wondering, Star Wars #1 came out April 12, 1977, and Issue #2 came out May 10. The movie came out May 25.
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MORE
— THE (COMIC) BOOK OF BOBA FETT: 1980’s STAR WARS #42 to Get Facsimile Edition. Click here.
— The STAR WARS of WALT SIMONSON. Click here.
