50 years old. That's a milestone. The Muppets' irreverent humor clashes with Marvel's superhero grandeur in a one-shot comic book special that's either brilliant or a hot mess, and I'm not entirely sure which - but with a legacy like Kermit's, it's probably going to be a beautiful, hilarious disaster that will delight fans of both franchises when it drops on September 23. Preorders are live.
It's a thing now. Marvel's doing crossovers. You'll see The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe soon. This one's key, we've got the Muppets. They're in it. The Marvel Universe is usually serious. Not this time, it's with the Muppets. We've seen Superman/Spider-Man #1 before, and that was weird. Batman/Superman/Weird Al: World's Weirdest was also a thing, it's worth mentioning. The Muppets' lighthearted vibe will clash with Marvel's high-stakes action, making for a unique experience, you'll find it's a fun ride.
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It's a mix. You'll get weird pairings. But the Muppets Take the Marvel Universe is key. We've got a diverse lineup of stories in this special, with different teams behind each one, making for some wild tone shifts, you'll see.
- Main Story by Chip Zdarsky and Pete Woods: Rowlf the Dog’s kidnapping by Mojo kicks off a rescue mission involving Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and a slew of Marvel heroes including Spider-Man, Black Panther, Wolverine, and Emma Frost.
- Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker’s Experiment by Kyle Starks and Mike Henderson: A daring experiment combining Gamma Rays and Pym Particles with Bruce Banner and Hank Pym at Muppet Labs promises explosive results.
- The Swedish Chef to the Rescue by Ashley Allen and Paco Medina: When Clea falls ill with a mystical virus, an unlikely hero, the Swedish Chef, steps in to assist Doctor Strange.
- Pigs in Space Meet Guardians of the Galaxy by MacKenzie Cadenhead and David Baldeon: An intergalactic collision between Captain Link Hogthrob, First Mate Piggy, Dr. Julius Strangepork, Rocket Raccoon, and Groot sets the stage for cosmic chaos.
- And More...: Additional stories by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Adam F. Goldberg, E.J. Su, and Áthila Fabbio, promising even more unexpected encounters.
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You'll love the work of writer Chip Zdarsky. He's a fan of iconic characters. Miss Piggy is key. That said, the project is fun. It's a crossover with Deadpool. Zdarsky said, “It’s impossible to overstate how excited I was to write for Miss Piggy... Seeing [Pete Woods’] take on these characters interacting is a real delight.” The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe: A Kooky Comic Crossover Special is worth mentioning for its lighthearted tone, with the real feel of a fun crossover, it's honest, you'll see the humor in it, they've done a great job, we've got a unique comic here.
"With the great power of two iconic properties comes great responsibility. I promise to not let down Kermit, Fozzie and Animal the way Spider-Man let down his Uncle Ben,”
Chip Zdarsky
Why Marvel Fans Need This Muppets Madness
It's a crossover. You'll see Kermit with Iron Man. The real feel of this comic is what makes it worth mentioning. For fans of Marvel or The Muppets, it's a key thing - we've got characters in new situations, which is pretty cool. They've managed to make it work, and that's harder than it sounds. The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe could be a big deal, with it possibly getting more people into comics, which is a good thing, we've needed something like this for a while now, to mix things up and give us a fresh take on the whole comic book scene.
It's fresh. The Muppets take on the Marvel Universe - you'll see things you never thought you'd see. They've done some weird crossovers before, for sure. The real feel of this special, though, is what makes it worth mentioning - we've got Kermit facing off against Iron Man, and it's honestly pretty funny. The Muppets and Marvel, it's a key mix, with the Muppets' humor and Marvel's action, you'll get a unique experience, that's for sure.
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It's coming. The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe hits shelves on September 23. You'll get it at comic shops. They've got preorders now. This crossover is key, showing what happens when you mix the real feel of Marvel with the Muppets, it's a pretty cool thing, we've seen some weird crossovers, for sure, in the past, with some being worth mentioning, like this one, which is a fun project, and it's happening with The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe #1.
The Bad Gamer Take
Marvel will publish more unconventional crossovers because the success of The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe will demonstrate the appeal of unexpected collaborations. This experiment will be a key factor in Marvel's future publishing strategy, leading to more surprising team-ups. WATCH for Chip Zdarsky's take on the main story, which pairs Muppet characters with Marvel heroes like Spider-Man and Black Panther.
It's fun. You'll enjoy it. The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe is key, with the real feel of a crossover that's worth mentioning. For fans of both, it's a dream come true, offering a unique reading experience with the Muppets and Marvel, you'll get a fresh take, it's perfect for the fall season, with a special that's full of surprises.
