This September, Marvel is set to release a unique crossover event in the form of a special one-shot comic titled The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe #1. This unexpected fusion pairs the beloved characters from The Muppets with iconic figures from the Marvel Comics universe, promising a fresh and entertaining anthology of stories.
The project, announced as part of Marvel’s What If…? series, brings together a creative team led by writer Chip Zdarsky and artist Pete Woods. They are joined by contributors including Ashley Allen, MacKenzie Cadenhead, Kyle Starks, David Baldeon, and Mike Henderson, among others, to bring this crossover to life.
Celebrating The Muppet Show’s 50th Anniversary
Besides marking a new chapter in Marvel’s anthology line, this comic also commemorates The Muppet Show’s 50th anniversary. The issue will showcase various stories where Jim Henson’s iconic puppets interact directly with Marvel’s superheroes, blending the worlds in imaginative and unexpected ways. Fans of both franchises can anticipate a playful and inventive narrative that honors the legacy of The Muppets while embracing Marvel’s expansive universe.