Robert Liefeld Returns To Illustrate and Write New Youngblood Title

A new exclusive report from THR (The Hollywood Reporter) revealed that Robert Liefeld will be making a surprise return to one of his most iconic creations in his Comic Career, Youngblood.

His return to Youngblood is seven years in the making, he will be writing and illustrating the title. The book is set to debut next year. Liefeld is set to be working with Scott Mitchell Rosenberg, who oversees the property for rights holder, Rip Media Inc.

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✅ @ImageComics

Youngblood is back in 2025, like it was always meant to be. pic.twitter.com/gsNYAQhuM4

— Image Comics (@ImageComics) October 7, 2024

Youngblood made its debut in April 1992, becoming the first independent comic book to chart at No. 1 and sell over 1M copies. The original Youngblood miniseries went on to sell over 25M copies worldwide, and its publication history spans over 100 issues with featured contributions throughout its run from comic talents such as Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead) Alan Moore (Watchmen, Supreme), and Mark Millar (Kick-Ass, The Kingsmen). It was also confirmed by Deadline that Liefeld and Rosenberg would be revealing new information on what is next for Youngblood’s return, but what we do know is it will include a Youngblood Vault Edition representing high resolution scans of the original art from the first Youngblood series in a deluxe oversized hardcover, as well as a Facsimile Edition of Youngblood #1 to mark the title’s 33rd anniversary in April 2025, both to be published by Image Comics.

If you’re not familiar with Liefeld’s work, he is also known for his work at Marvel and for creating characters and teams such as Deadpool, X-Force, and Cable. Liefeld has also done work for Marvel’s Publishing Rival DC, working on titles such as Hawk & Dove, Grifter, The Savage Hawkman, and Deathstroke during the company’s “The New 52” Era. Also, be sure to check out Rob’s newest podcast episode of Robservations with Rob Liefeld, where he will also be talking about Youngblood and more on the locations listed below.

• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts

Source: The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline

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