IDW Launches Black-and-White Twilight Zone Comic Anthology

IDW Publishing is reviving Rod Serling's iconic TV series The Twilight Zone as a five-issue black-and-white anthology comic series launching in September under their IDW Dark imprint. Each issue will feature standalone stories by different creators, beginning with writer Dan Watters and artist Morgan Beem, who aim to evoke the unsettling and unnerving ambiance characteristic of the original show. Subsequent issues will include contributions from Tom Scioli, James Stokoe, Nate Powell, and Francesco Francavilla. The series pays homage to the original late 1950s and early 1960s television program by using monochrome artwork and exploring themes of science fiction, fantasy, and horror that reveal uncomfortable truths about humanity. The initial run is limited, with potential for future expansions depending on the series' success. The creative team expresses a deep respect for The Twilight Zone's legacy and seeks to capture its signature atmosphere of eerie, thought-provoking storytelling.