Mad Cave Studios have just announced an exciting new partnership with THE LAST STARFIGHTER, the 1984 American sci-fi adventure film directed by Nick Castle and written by Jonathan Betuel. A cult-classic that pioneered CGI and inspired generations of fans, the film followed Alex Rogan, a teenager whose video game skills transformed him into an intergalactic hero.

Now, more than 40 years later, Mad Cave will publish a brand-new comic book series that picks up directly after the film, expanding the universe and reigniting the Starfighter legacy. The project will be led by Betuel and producer Paul Davidson, with Quantum Leap, Arrow, and Warehouse 13 writers Benjamin Raab and Deric A. Hughes, interior artist Willi Roberts, and colorist Francesco Segala.

“Greetings, Starfighters! I’m thrilled to be collaborating with the stellar team at Mad Cave and Paul Davidson to elevate Starfighter into the multiverse,” said Jonathan Betuel. “Long overdue, we’re all eager to chronicle the Herculean undertaking of Alex Rogan as he finds himself charged with rebuilding the legendary starfighter legion.”

The team at Mad Cave Studios shares that excitement:

“Starfighters, you have been recruited by the Star League to defend the frontier, alongside Mad Cave Studios!” said Mark Irwin, President of Mad Cave. “We are excited to bring Jonathan’s vision to comic fans everywhere!”

“The Last Starfighter is a property that is near and dear to many of us here at Mad Cave,” added Mike Marts, EVP & Editor-in-Chief. “We’re truly honored to be the ones bringing this revered IP back to comic shelves everywhere.”

For the team, this project is a dream come true:

“The Last Starfighter was and still is a childhood obsession that I never imagined I’d have the opportunity to work on,” said Paul Davidson. “Jonathan created an iconic story for the ages, and now Mad Cave, Ben & Deric, Willi, and Francesco are the All-Star team helping us bring it to a new generation.”

 The Last Starfighter # 1 is slated for release in June 2026.

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