Almost three decades after its theatrical debut, Paul W.S. Anderson's Event Horizon is set to expand with a prequel. IDW Publishing has announced Event Horizon: Dark Descent, a five-issue comic series delving into the prelude to the film, uncovering the fate of the Event Horizon ship's original crew.

Dark Descent is penned by Christian Ward (Batman: City of Madness) and illustrated by Tristan Jones (Aliens: Defiance), with colors by Pip Martin (That Texas Blood) and cover art by Ward, Jeffrey Alan Love, Martin Simmonds, and Joshua Hixson.

Event Horizon: Dark Descent #1 Cover Art Gallery

Here’s IDW’s official synopsis for Event Horizon: Dark Descent:

Matching the intense R-rated tone of the cult classic, EVENT HORIZON: DARK DESCENT #1 (of 5 issues) will hit comic stores this August. Set before the movie’s timeline and welcoming to new readers, this gripping tale reveals the tragic destiny of the original Event Horizon crew. What horrors did Captain Kilpack and his team face as their ship ventured through a realm of unimaginable torment? Brace for a harrowing journey as demonic forces, led by Paimon, the eyeless King of Hell, unleash unrelenting evil in a chilling narrative.

“It’s an honor to expand on such an iconic film, one I deeply respect, and I have some thrilling surprises in store,” Ward said in a statement. “Expect bold, visceral moments that will forever change how you view the movie.”

“Christian’s additions to the mythology are unexpected and compelling,” Ward added. “It’s given me plenty of gritty, striking visuals to explore, which is always exciting. Working closely with the film’s creators ensures this is a must-read for fans eager to dive deeper.”

Event Horizon: Dark Descent #1 is slated for release on August 20, 2025.

For more on the Event Horizon saga, read our feature on the film’s 25th anniversary milestone.