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The Greatest American Hero 45th Anniversary Graphic Novel

Publisher: Amp Comics
Creative Team: Don Handfield, Tawnia McKiernan, Joshua Malkin, Alper Geçgel
Launch Date: Launching soon
Risk: Low/Medium – First crowdfunding campaigns often run into issue like delays

Amp Comics‘ Free Comic Book Day edition of The Greatest American Hero #1 sold out at both the distributor and retail level, leaving roughly 4,000 units on backorder. The publisher has announced an expanded retail release of Issue #1 this July, followed by a 45th anniversary crowdfunding campaign. Fans who want to be notified of the campaign launch, get access to early bird exclusive content, and show their support are encouraged to click here to follow the pre-launch page which is now live!

First debuting in 1981, the TV series followed a hapless substitute teacher gifted a powerful alien suit — and an instruction manual he promptly lost. Forty-five years later, the property remains a beloved touchstone of American pop culture, and the FCBD sell-out confirms the appetite is stronger than ever.

The 45th Anniversary Kickstarter campaign, launching this August, will offer an exclusive hardcover edition of the graphic novel penned by Hollywood Writer/Producer Don Handfield (The Founder, Amazing Stories), from a story he created with Tawnia McKiernan, daughter of series creator Stephen J. Cannell. He is joined by his Co-Writer Joshua Malkin (Widow, The Source), with illustrations by Alper Geçgel (Prodigal Son). Original star William Katt is also part of the creative process as Executive Producer while lending his likeness to the series. The campaign will also feature limited edition merchandise — T-shirts, belt buckles, and rare items signed by Katt himself. Tawnia and her sister, Chelsea Cannell Briggs are actively involved and committed to honoring their father’s legacy by reviving the character he created. 

The Greatest American Hero Issue #1, written by Handfield from a story co-written with McKiernan, hits shelves through Massive Indies / Lunar Distribution on July 29th, 2026. Fans who missed the FCBD edition can pre-order now at their local comic book retailer. Additional variant cover announcements are coming soon.