Overview
- Marvel announced the program on Friday, May 29, and released the first wave of Pixar-themed homage covers plus a detailed on-sale schedule running July through September.
- The initial reveals recast landmark Marvel covers with Pixar films such as Up on Amazing Spider-Man #34, Inside Out on Avengers: Armageddon #2, and The Incredibles on Fantastic Four #13.
- Marvel published specific on-sale dates and titles that can be preordered at local comic shops, with first variants available July 1 and further waves on July 15, August 5, August 19, September 2, and September 16.
- A roster of established comic artists—including Ryan Stegman, Humberto Ramos, Phil Noto, Todd Nauck, David Baldeon, Paco Medina, and Nicoletta Baldari—are credited on early covers and Marvel says additional artist credits and four more variants will be announced later this summer.
- The campaign doubles as cross-promotion inside Disney by highlighting upcoming Pixar projects such as Toy Story 5 and films with Disney Parks tie-ins while offering collectible pieces aimed at both comic buyers and Pixar fans.