Dynamite Entertainment announced this week that they have acquired the Vampirella property from Harris Publications to add to their current line-up of comics. The acquisition of the vampire heroine is the latest chapter in the long history of the character, who debuted in comics in 1969. In addition to her many comic incarnations throughout the last 40 years, Vampirella also appeared in a feature film on Showtime in 1996 and is features on numerous licensed products.
"Vampirella is one of the most well known and longest running comic characters in the history of the business," said Dynamite Entertainment President, Nick Barruci "Outside of Marvel and DC characters, very few comics characters that debuted in the 60's still resonate with fans today. Our acquisition of this iconic brand is another step in Dynamite's exciting growth and builds on the ongoing success of our line."
In response to the acquisition, Stanley Harris, President of Harris Publications had this to say: "I am incredibly pleased to be passing the stewardship of Vampirella on to Dynamite. Dynamite has proven to be one of the premiere publishers in the comic book industry, and Vampirella couldn't be in better and more caring hands!"
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