Originally published at: https://geektherapy.org/debut-issue-of-red-hot-escape-gets-ordered-back-to-print-for-another-immediate-redeployment/
Author: Newsroom
| PORTLAND, Ore. 12/01/2025 — The debut issue of hot new series Escape—by Uncanny Avengers duo Rick Remender (Deadly Class, The Seasons) and Daniel Acuña (Captain America, Black Panther)—has sold out yet again at the distributor level. Escape #1 is being rushed back to print this week by Image Comics in order to keep up with reorder activity. |
“Our deepest gratitude goes out to the fans for the incredible reception of Escape,” said Remender. “This series was a big creative risk for us, and seeing it pay off in the current climate feels extra rewarding.”
Set in a brutal, fully painted world of anthropomorphic animals—think Inglourious Basterds meets Blacksad—Escape is a gritty, bullet-riddled journey through war’s scorched aftermath. It’s about the violence we inflict, the souls we try to save, and the courage it takes to crawl out of fire.
Escape follows Milton Shaw, a battle-hardened bomber pilot flying missions over a war-torn world ruled by a ruthless empire. But when his plane is shot out of the sky, Milton wakes up behind enemy lines—in the smoldering ruins of a city he helped burn. And in less than 24 hours, his own side is dropping the big one to finish the job.
Now injured, unarmed, and being hunted through enemy streets, Milton’s only shot at escape comes from the unlikeliest place: a grieving father and his son—civilians shattered by the same fascist regime that rules this land with an iron claw. Enemies by blood. Allies by circumstance. Together, they’ll have to fight their way out before the bomb drops and erases everything…and everyone.
Escape #1, fourth printing (Lunar Code 1025IM8147), Escape #5 Cover A by Acuña (Lunar Code 1025IM0326), and Escape #5 Cover B 1:15 copy incentive by Tradd Moore (Lunar Code 1025IM0327) will all be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, December 31.
Escape #2, second printing (Lunar Code 0925IM8333) and Escape #3, second printing (Lunar Code 0925IM8334) will both be available now at comic book shops tomorrow.
Escape #4 Cover A by Acuña (Lunar Code 0925IM0317) and Escape #4 Cover B 1:15 copy incentive by Ryan Sook (Lunar Code 0925IM0318) are available now at comic book shops.
Escape is also available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
Select praise for Escape:
“It’s a brilliant gambit that really pays off… so beautifully written and perfectly paced.” —AIPT
“Rick Remender has matched Inglourious Bastards, Saving Private Ryan, and Enemy Lines.” —Nerd Initiative
“The best WWII comic this side of an Ennis joint, and the most unique take on the subject outside of Wolfenstein. Escape is Remender’s best work since F.E.A.R. Agent.” —Monkeys Fighting Robots
“Gripping.” —Graphic Policy
“A powerful start to what promises to be an epic series. Writer Rick Remender tackles the brutal realities of war, focusing on themes of sacrifice and loyalty with a raw honesty. Daniel Acuña’s artwork complements the script with a gritty and realistic style that makes every page feel urgent and heightened.” —Pages and Panels
“A title which belongs on your pull list.” —The Comics Beat
“Acuña delivers stunning and beautifully detailed art.” —Superpowered Fancast
“A masterclass in gritty wartime storytelling.” —Comical Opinions