“Highlander”

Titan Comics’ “Highlander: The Original Screenplay’, is a new 4-issue comic book title/graphic novel, adapting Gregory Widen's original script from the 1986 feature, directed by Russell Mulcahy, written by Widen and illustrated by Szymon Kudranski, launching December 2, 2026, with a collected 128 page hardcover graphic novel, releasing July 13, 2027:

"...’Connor MacLeod’, lives through the centuries, facing off against dangerous rivals for a mysterious ultimate prize. 

“The original screenplay, titled ‘Shadow Clan’, chronicles the burden and violence of eternal life…

“…as Connor MacLeod navigates different historical eras. 

“In modern-day New York, the remaining few immortals are drawn together by an irresistible pull to duel until only one wins the ‘prize’…”

The new Amazon/MGM Studios live-action reboot of “Highlander”, currently in post-production, is directed by Chad Stahelski, starring Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, Karen Gillan, Dave Bautista and Marisa Abela.

“Centuries after his first death on a Scottish battlefield, immortal warrior ‘Connor MacLeod’ lives quietly in the modern world, haunted by loss and the endless cycle of violence among his kind.

"When the ruthless immortal ‘Kurgan’ resurfaces, backed by a secret organization bent on unlocking the secret of eternal life, Connor is forced back into the ‘Game’ - an ancient battle where 'there can be only one.'

“Guided by his mentor ‘Ramírez’ and a mortal ally, archaeologist ‘Kate Bennett’, Connor must confront his past and rediscover his purpose. 

“As immortals clash across time and continents, the fight for the mysterious 'Prize' becomes a battle for humanity’s…’

Created by Gregory Widen, the film series began with “Highlander”, the 1986 fantasy feature starring actor Christopher Lambert as ‘Connor MacLeod’.

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There have been four theatrical ‘Highlander’ films, one made-for-TV film, two live-action television series, an animated television series…

…an anime film, a flash animation series, original novels, Dynamite Entertainment comic books and various licensed merchandise. 

‘Connor MacLeod’, was born in Glenfinnan in the ‘Scottish Highlands’ in the 16th century…

MacLeod is one of a number of ‘immortals’ empowered by an energy called the ‘Quickening’.

Other immortal protagonists from the MacLeod and other clans were introduced over time…

…including ‘Juan Sánchez-Villalobos Ramírez’ (Sean Connery),, an Egyptian immortal, ‘Duncan MacLeod’, ‘Quentin MacLeod’ and ‘Colin MacLeod’, each of whom exists in their own timelines.

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