Horror buff, comics creator, and actor David Dastmalchian will write the debut comics series for Panick Entertainment, a brand new sci-fi and horror multimedia company that debuted at San Diego Comic-Con 2024.
Panick may be new to the scene, but its team is not. The founders are comprised of comics industry vets with years of experience, including CEO Kris Longo (former Heavy Metal publisher and current Modern Fanatic CEO); head of studio and executive director Adam Schlagman (former VP of film and integrated content at DC); COO Doug Pasko (screenwriter and former The Outpost executive producer); CFO Christopher Chiang (former DC manager of finance); and CCO Mark McCann (writer, editor, and illustrator). Syzygy Publishing co-founder and former IDW president and CCO Chris Ryall will serve as chief advisor for branding, world-building, slate development, and more.
Panick Entertainment announced its 2025 publishing schedule at SDCC, starting with Dastmalchian’s next horror series—a five-issue revenge tale co-written by Leah Kilpatrick. The company’s strategy is to publish a diverse slate of sci-fi and horror comics which it can then adapt into other media, like video games, movies, TV, and more. Longo’s Modern Fanatic marketing agency will handle promotions and media communications.
“Panick Entertainment is the culmination of 25 years in comics for me, and to be able to embark on this exhilarating adventure with this group is a dream come true,” said Longo. “Our team brings together an unmatched blend of creativity, experience, and passion. We look forward to electrifying fans with compelling narratives and unforgettable characters in the realms of horror and sci-fi. As fans ourselves, it’s important to us!”
Schlagman added, “I am overjoyed to join an amazingly talented team of industry leaders to bring Panick Entertainment to life. As a lifelong comic book fan, I’m honored to drive our transmedia strategy, propelling our exciting publishing endeavors into even larger, beloved global franchises. Panick is primed to slash our way into your hearts.”
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Panick Entertainment’s debut at SDCC 2024 marks the beginning of an exciting journey for the new multimedia company as it seeks to establish itself in the competitive entertainment landscape. The announcement of Dastmalchian’s comic book project has generated buzz among fans and industry professionals alike, eager to see what the company has in store for the future.
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