Current Events > Marvel Acquires Alien and Predator Comic Franchises

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boxington 07/02/20 6:58:30 PM #1:	https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/marvel-alien-predator-aliens-comics-franchise/ In a major surprise move, Marvel Comics has acquired the rights to the Alien and Predator franchises, which were formerly housed at Dark Horse Comics. That means that Marvel will be in charge of creating the next wave of comic book stories based on the Aliens and Predator movie franchises, which will exist in their own continuity and "expand on the characters and settings of the various Alien and Predator movies," IGN reports. Marvel has not announced any official comic titles or creative teams for this new Alien and Predator universe, but we did get some teaser concept artwork from acclaimed artist David Finch: Here's what David Finch had to say about getting to draw both the Alien "Big Chap" Xenomorph and this Iron Man-killing Predator: "Alien and Predator are the two of the most identifiable, iconic characters of all time, and I love them for that. But mostly, its being fortunate enough to be a kid when they were new. Ive seen every movie theyve ever been in, and I cannot wait to see them wreaking havoc in the Marvel Universe. I drew my pictures of them with a massive smile on my face." Despite the very triggering image of the Alien Xenomorph holding Iron Man's head, there is one big caveat in IGN's report: "To be clear, the Predator teaser isn't meant to suggest the two franchises will be integrated into the Marvel Universe (as was the case when Marvel reacquired the Conan license in 2018)." Of course, it's not at all ruled out that both Xenomorphs and the Predator species could one day be integrated into the Marvel Comics Universe - or be featured in something like an "Alien vs. Predator vs. Avengers" crossover event. Clearly Marvel is gathering these fun toys of fandom together to do fun things with them, and fans are already buzzing with ideas about just how much fun these franchise can be together. In case there's any confusion: the rights to the Alien and Predator comics does not indicate anything about the movie franchises somehow being integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Disney acquired both Alien and Predator as part of the Disney-Fox merger, the MCU movies are a much different and separate entity. However, the Alien and Predator comics were popular staples of Dark Horse for years, and fans wished that there could be much closer integration between the acclaimed comic stories and the lackluster movies both franchises put out after their original heyday - including the infamous AVP crossover films. Under Disney / Marvel, maybe that dream of great Alien/Predator comic stories becoming movies can finally happen! Here's what Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski had to say about the new Alien/Predator additions: Theres nothing more thrilling than a story that will keep you at the edge of your seat, and Alien and Predator have delivered that time and time again! I can clearly remember where I was when I saw each of these modern masterpieces for the first time, and reveling in how both masterfully weave extraterrestrial dread and drama into some of the most iconic scenes weve ever seen on film. And its that legacy that were going to live up to! As a visual medium, comics are the perfect place to build on those moments, and we here at Marvel are honored to begin telling these stories for fans everywhere. As our release schedule continues to return, we cant wait to share more in the coming months! --- b-bb-box https://imgur.com/8D3HM7e - by Proofpyros <cite>boxington posted [p:941589220] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/marvel-alien-predator-aliens-comics-franchise/ <quote>In a major surprise move, Marvel Comics has acquired the rights to the Alien and Predator franchises, which were formerly housed at Dark Horse Comics. That means that Marvel will be in charge of creating the next wave of comic book stories based on the Aliens and Predator movie franchises, which will exist in their own continuity and "expand on the characters and settings of the various Alien and Predator movies," IGN reports. Marvel has not announced any official comic titles or creative teams for this new Alien and Predator universe, but we did get some teaser concept artwork from acclaimed artist David Finch: Here's what David Finch had to say about getting to draw both the Alien "Big Chap" Xenomorph and this Iron Man-killing Predator: "Alien and Predator are the two of the most identifiable, iconic characters of all time, and I love them for that. But mostly, its being fortunate enough to be a kid when they were new. Ive seen every movie theyve ever been in, and I cannot wait to see them wreaking havoc in the Marvel Universe. I drew my pictures of them with a massive smile on my face." Despite the very triggering image of the Alien Xenomorph holding Iron Man's head, there is one big caveat in IGN's report: "To be clear, the Predator teaser isn't meant to suggest the two franchises will be integrated into the Marvel Universe (as was the case when Marvel reacquired the Conan license in 2018)." Of course, it's not at all ruled out that both Xenomorphs and the Predator species could one day be integrated into the Marvel Comics Universe - or be featured in something like an "Alien vs. Predator vs. Avengers" crossover event. Clearly Marvel is gathering these fun toys of fandom together to do fun things with them, and fans are already buzzing with ideas about just how much fun these franchise can be together. In case there's any confusion: the rights to the Alien and Predator comics does not indicate anything about the movie franchises somehow being integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Disney acquired both Alien and Predator as part of the Disney-Fox merger, the MCU movies are a much different and separate entity. However, the Alien and Predator comics were popular staples of Dark Horse for years, and fans wished that there could be much closer integration between the acclaimed comic stories and the lackluster movies both franchises put out after their original heyday - including the infamous AVP crossover films. Under Disney / Marvel, maybe that dream of great Alien/Predator comic stories becoming movies can finally happen! Here's what Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski had to say about the new Alien/Predator additions: Theres nothing more thrilling than a story that will keep you at the edge of your seat, and Alien and Predator have delivered that time and time again! I can clearly remember where I was when I saw each of these modern masterpieces for the first time, and reveling in how both masterfully weave extraterrestrial dread and drama into some of the most iconic scenes weve ever seen on film. And its that legacy that were going to live up to! As a visual medium, comics are the perfect place to build on those moments, and we here at Marvel are honored to begin telling these stories for fans everywhere. As our release schedule continues to return, we cant wait to share more in the coming months!</quote></quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Gobstoppers12 07/02/20 7:12:20 PM #2:	Not a coincidence that this follows the Fox acquisition. I'm expecting cool stuff to happen soon. --- I write Naruto Fanfiction. But I am definitely not a furry. <cite>Gobstoppers12 posted [p:941589808] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Not a coincidence that this follows the Fox acquisition. I'm expecting cool stuff to happen soon. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
DrizztLink 07/02/20 7:12:59 PM #3:	Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine ~~& Knuckles~~ --- http://guidesmedia.ign.com/guides/9846/images/slowpoke.gif https://imgur.com/M8h2ATe https://imgur.com/6ezFwG1 <cite>DrizztLink posted [p:941589836] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine & Knuckles </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
boxington 07/02/20 7:13:50 PM #4:	DrizztLink posted... Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine ~~& Knuckles~~ ~~vs Archie~~ --- b-bb-box https://imgur.com/8D3HM7e - by Proofpyros <cite>boxington posted [p:941589864] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>DrizztLink posted... </cite> <quote>Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine & Knuckles</quote>vs Archie </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Gobstoppers12 07/02/20 7:15:30 PM #5:	DrizztLink posted... Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine ~~& Knuckles~~ boxington posted... ~~vs Archie~~ ~~Featuring Dante, from the Devil May Cry series!~~ --- I write Naruto Fanfiction. But I am definitely not a furry. <cite>Gobstoppers12 posted [p:941589928] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>DrizztLink posted... </cite> <quote>Alien vs Predator vs Wolverine & Knuckles</quote> boxington posted... </cite> <quote>vs Archie</quote>Featuring Dante, from the Devil May Cry series! </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
ohiostate124 07/02/20 7:15:51 PM #6:	Because this is totally what we want out of marvel comics <cite>ohiostate124 posted [p:941589943] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Because this is totally what we want out of marvel comics </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
boxington 07/02/20 7:17:53 PM #7:	Gobstoppers12 posted... ~~Featuring Dante, from the Devil May Cry series!~~ nice --- b-bb-box https://imgur.com/8D3HM7e - by Proofpyros <cite>boxington posted [p:941590036] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Gobstoppers12 posted... </cite> <quote>Featuring Dante, from the Devil May Cry series!</quote>nice </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Darmik 07/02/20 7:20:52 PM #8:	I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose. --- Kind Regards, Darmik <cite>Darmik posted [p:941590158] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Solar_Crimson 07/02/20 10:31:11 PM #9:	boxington posted... ~~vs Archie~~ It's wild that that actually happened. --- Be wary of boarding the hype train, lest you end up on the ruse cruise... - nanobuilder (r/nintendo) http://backloggery.com/SolarCrimson <cite>Solar_Crimson posted [p:941598113] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>boxington posted... </cite> <quote>vs Archie</quote>It's wild that that actually happened. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zikten 07/02/20 10:56:13 PM #10:	Darmik posted... I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose. why would they buy it if they don't want to use it? <cite>Zikten posted [p:941599054] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Darmik posted...</cite> <quote>I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose. </quote> why would they buy it if they don't want to use it?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
I4NRulez 07/02/20 11:04:22 PM #11:	Darmik posted... I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose. Alien could be a money maker if they can make a decent fucking movie. Prometheus and Alien Covenant were both huge "MEHS" --- The night brims with defiled scum,and is permeated by their rotten stench. Just think. Now you're all set to hunt and kill to your heart's content. <cite>I4NRulez posted [p:941599388] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Darmik posted... </cite> <quote>I kinda feel like Alien and Predator will be franchises that'll just get overlooked by Disney. Comic books could be possible I suppose.</quote> Alien could be a money maker if they can make a decent fucking movie. Prometheus and Alien Covenant were both huge "MEHS" </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zack_Attackv1 07/02/20 11:05:21 PM #12:	I'm gonna be sick. --- https://imgur.com/gisRo2v <cite>Zack_Attackv1 posted [p:941599430] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>I'm gonna be sick.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
iPhone_7 07/02/20 11:08:47 PM #13:	They keep remaking the same Alien movie though. --- Sig User Logic https://imgur.com/lA5fm7w <cite>iPhone_7 posted [p:941599563] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>They keep remaking the same Alien movie though. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Juhanor 07/02/20 11:09:18 PM #14:	Clearly Marvel is gathering these fun toys of fandom together to do fun things with them, and fans are already buzzing with ideas about just how much fun these franchise can be together. <_< --- OG Xbox on PC https://pastebin.com/h3HBTFbF <cite>Juhanor posted [p:941599581] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote><quote>Clearly Marvel is gathering these fun toys of fandom together to do fun things with them, and fans are already buzzing with ideas about just how much fun these franchise can be together.</quote> <_<</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zikten 07/02/20 11:13:15 PM #15:	iPhone_7 posted... They keep remaking the same Alien movie though. this isn't about the movies. this is about comics. Dark Horse Alien vs Predator comics was a big thing in the 90's. the only reason the AvP movies exist is cause of the comics making the concept a fan favorite. <cite>Zikten posted [p:941599762] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>iPhone_7 posted...</cite> <quote>They keep remaking the same Alien movie though. </quote> this isn't about the movies. this is about comics. Dark Horse Alien vs Predator comics was a big thing in the 90's. the only reason the AvP movies exist is cause of the comics making the concept a fan favorite.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Darmik 07/02/20 11:40:51 PM #16:	Zikten posted... why would they buy it if they don't want to use it? Since they already own the properties through Fox I'd guess this is more about having control over everything they own and just buying out whatever contracts Dark Horse had. I was more referring to Disney as a whole though. Comics are probably the only thing we're going to see of these properties anytime soon. Predator Hunting Grounds I'm assuming slipped through while it was still with Fox? --- Kind Regards, Darmik <cite>Darmik posted [p:941600786] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Zikten posted... </cite> <quote>why would they buy it if they don't want to use it?</quote> Since they already own the properties through Fox I'd guess this is more about having control over everything they own and just buying out whatever contracts Dark Horse had. I was more referring to Disney as a whole though. Comics are probably the only thing we're going to see of these properties anytime soon. Predator Hunting Grounds I'm assuming slipped through while it was still with Fox? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Hayame Zero 07/02/20 11:43:15 PM #17:	You know, relaunching them under the Marvel banner was something that never even crossed my mind. The two franchises' lore already has roots in comics anyway. That actually kind of works instead of trying to reboot them as standalone films again. --- ...I think I'm done here... <cite>Hayame Zero posted [p:941600871] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>You know, relaunching them under the Marvel banner was something that never even crossed my mind. The two franchises' lore already has roots in comics anyway. That actually kind of works instead of trying to reboot them as standalone films again. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
pres_madagascar 07/03/20 7:31:41 AM #18:	If anyone can handle multi movie, multi property situations well, it's marvel. They could easily do a decent Alien VS Hansen VS Predator movie --- https://imgur.com/23CCcZB https://imgur.com/32mwCo1 https://imgur.com/oqklqKC <cite>pres_madagascar posted [p:941610243] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>If anyone can handle multi movie, multi property situations well, it's marvel. They could easily do a decent Alien VS Hansen VS Predator movie </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
UnfairRepresent 07/03/20 7:49:49 AM #19:	This is going to be awful --- ^ Hey now that's completely unfair! https://imgur.com/yPw05Ob <cite>UnfairRepresent posted [p:941610503] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>This is going to be awful</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zikten 07/03/20 10:54:52 AM #20:	UnfairRepresent posted... This is going to be awful I still don't get why people are upset. I bet most of the people complaining don't even read comics anywya <cite>Zikten posted [p:941615587] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>UnfairRepresent posted...</cite> <quote>This is going to be awful</quote> I still don't get why people are upset. I bet most of the people complaining don't even read comics anywya</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
FortuneCookie 07/03/20 10:57:29 AM #21:	Well of course they would. Now all of the costumed heroes and super-powered green monsters can shit all over the aliens and predators like they aren't real threats because Hulk is canonically x1100000 times stronger than they are. -_- --- 2020 going to be a CE kind of year ~ Panthera <cite>FortuneCookie posted [p:941615664] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>Well of course they would. Now all of the costumed heroes and super-powered green monsters can shit all over the aliens and predators like they aren't real threats because Hulk is canonically x1100000 times stronger than they are. -_- </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
burns112233 07/03/20 11:00:51 AM #22:	An Alien, Marvel, Star Wars battle for intergalactic peace. <cite>burns112233 posted [p:941615804] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>An Alien, Marvel, Star Wars battle for intergalactic peace. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
pres_madagascar 07/04/20 4:01:13 AM #23:	burns112233 posted... An Alien, Marvel, Star Wars battle for intergalactic peace. Predators would fuck up the jedi --- https://imgur.com/23CCcZB https://imgur.com/32mwCo1 https://imgur.com/oqklqKC <cite>pres_madagascar posted [p:941652189] in Marvel Acq... [t:78820176]...</cite> <quote>burns112233 posted... </cite> <quote>An Alien, Marvel, Star Wars battle for intergalactic peace.</quote>Predators would fuck up the jedi </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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Current Events > Marvel Acquires Alien and Predator Comic Franchises (+) Yeah! (+)

Current Events > Marvel Acquires Alien and Predator Comic Franchises