The highly anticipated Marvel and Star Wars comic book crossover is reportedly coming to life, with the renowned writer Mark Millar, known for his work on 'Civil War' and 'Ultimates', returning to Marvel Comics for 'Star Wars/Avengers'. The Hollywood Reporter has addressed the rumors, but the source remains reliable for comic news, and Millar's history of promoting his work through such reports is well-known. The trade has also confirmed the long-awaited trailer for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' will be released 'very soon', with a sneak peek potentially arriving in the coming days. Since Disney's acquisition of the Star Wars franchise in 2012, Marvel Comics has been publishing comic books set in the Star Wars universe, but a Marvel crossover has never been realized. This is in stark contrast to the crossovers involving 20th Century Studios properties, such as 'Aliens vs. Avengers' and 'Predator vs. Spider-Man'. Marvel is now gearing up for another long-awaited meeting on the page, following the success of recent crossovers with DC Comics. Deadpool co-creator Rob Liefeld, who has publicly criticized Marvel, hinted at a 'Star Wars/Avengers' comic, and Bleeding Cool has confirmed the project is in the works. Mark Millar is returning to Marvel to write the title, which is described as the 'first full-blown cross-continuity Star Wars project'. Millar's previous works include 'Civil War', 'Ultimates', 'Kick-Ass', and runs on titles like 'Marvel Knights Spider-Man' and 'Ultimate X-Men'. The Millarworld imprint, acquired by Netflix in 2017, has produced limited success, and there's speculation that the deal might be ending, allowing Millar to focus on his new venture, Mark Millar Productions Ltd. This potential return to a major publisher for a high-profile project could be a strategic move for Millar, especially if it can reignite his career and put his name back in the spotlight.
