While the original Star Wars film has inspired a myriad of adaptations—including a Marvel Comics series, numerous video games, and even a radio play—it now receives a refreshed tribute in the form of a manga. Dark Horse Comics is set to celebrate Hisao Tamaki’s award-winning manga with the upcoming release of The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope – The Manga.
With the Kickstarter campaign for The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope – The Manga now live, fans can indulge in an exclusive preview of this visual treasure. Explore the details in the slideshow gallery below:
The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope – The Manga was initially published in 1997, coinciding with the film’s 20th anniversary. Hisao Tamaki’s adaptation earned acclaim, culminating in the Eisner Award for Best U.S. Edition of Foreign Material. This new compendium meticulously reproduces Tamaki’s artwork using high-quality scans of the original art boards, offering fans a closer look at his creative process.
Set to hit store shelves in Summer 2026, Dark Horse’s release of The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope – The Manga presents eager supporters with early access via its Kickstarter campaign. The standard Collector’s Edition will feature a newly translated English text positioned in the margins, preserving the integrity of Tamaki’s artwork and lettering. Additionally, various editions will be available, including signed copies and slipcased versions, as well as a Masterpiece Edition that showcases the art in its original dimensions of 10.85” x 15.05”. Backers will also have the chance to acquire a Tamaki Art Print Set, featuring six full-size prints from select pages of the manga.
“This is Star Wars like you’ve never seen it,” remarked Mike Richardson, President, Founder, and CEO of Dark Horse, in a statement. “We’re sharing Hisao Tamaki’s legendary manga with fans in an edition that not only highlights the artwork but also provides an unprecedented insight into the creative process behind it.”
The Kickstarter campaign for The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope – The Manga is currently active and accessible to backers.
In related news from the Star Wars universe, Marvel’s Legacy of Vader series has recently filled significant narrative gaps regarding the Knights of Ren, and Andor Season 2 has garnered accolades at the Emmys.
Based on reporting by Jesse Schedeen. Read the full story at IGN.
