Morrison, Grant Morrison to write Bond, James Bond for IDW

Grant Morrison, acclaimed creator of Animal Man, New X-Men, and a transformative run on Batman, is crafting a fresh James Bond series for IDW. The announcement of Morrison's "Sunbreaker" debut six-part saga was made at New York Comic Con, offering a radical reimagining of the legendary spy. Sunbreaker envisions Bond navigating a modern landscape peppered with desert warfare, rogue artificial intelligence, fabricated news, and billionaires threatening democracy.

The series will introduce cutting-edge vehicles, gadgets, and a formidable new antagonist. In this bold adaptation, Bond's espionage and gadgetry will be mirrored in a "deadly funhouse mirror," reflecting his internal struggles with self-perception through Morrison's signature storytelling prowess. The writer, who has long admired Bond and the iconic character akin to King Arthur, Robin Hood, or Sherlock Holmes, expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating it was impossible to pass up.

IDW, capitalizing on the success of their 2015 Dynamite collaboration, is eager to secure both the renowned writer and the 007 license. The upcoming year already sees IDW partnering with Blumhouse on horror-themed comics like The Purge, Happy Death Day, and M3gan, demonstrating their commitment to a diverse array of properties. In his video announcement, Morrison emphasized the contemporary challenges facing Bond, painting a picture of a world teetering on the brink of collapse as he faces his most daunting task to defend an order he pledged to protect. He extended an invitation to fans, "shaken or stirred," to join him on this thrilling adventure.