Horror buff, comics creator, and actor David Dastmalchian will write the debut comics sequence for Panick Leisure, a model new sci-fi and horror multimedia firm that debuted at San Diego Comedian-Con 2024.
Panick could also be new to the scene, however its workforce is just not. The founders are comprised of comics business vets with years of expertise, together with CEO Kris Longo (former Heavy Metallic writer and present Fashionable Fanatic CEO); head of studio and govt director Adam Schlagman (former VP of movie and built-in content material at DC); COO Doug Pasko (screenwriter and former The Outpost govt producer); CFO Christopher Chiang (former DC supervisor of finance); and CCO Mark McCann (author, editor, and illustrator). Syzygy Publishing co-founder and former IDW president and CCO Chris Ryall will function chief advisor for branding, world-building, slate growth, and extra.
Panick Leisure introduced its 2025 publishing schedule at SDCC, beginning with Dastmalchian’s subsequent horror sequence—a five-issue revenge story co-written by Leah Kilpatrick. The corporate’s technique is to publish a various slate of sci-fi and horror comics which it may well then adapt into different media, like video video games, motion pictures, TV, and extra. Longo’s Fashionable Fanatic advertising company will deal with promotions and media communications.
“Panick Leisure is the end result of 25 years in comics for me, and to have the ability to embark on this exhilarating journey with this group is a dream come true,” mentioned Longo. “Our workforce brings collectively an unmatched mix of creativity, expertise, and fervour. We stay up for electrifying followers with compelling narratives and unforgettable characters within the realms of horror and sci-fi. As followers ourselves, it’s essential to us!”
Schlagman added, “I’m overjoyed to hitch an amazingly gifted workforce of business leaders to deliver Panick Leisure to life. As a lifelong comedian ebook fan, I’m honored to drive our transmedia technique, propelling our thrilling publishing endeavors into even bigger, beloved international franchises. Panick is primed to slash our manner into your hearts.”
Keep tuned for extra information on Panick Leisure.
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