Gates McFadden Will Write New Star Trek Comic Book
Actor Gates McFadden is set to author a comic book miniseries for IDW Comics arriving in stores next summer.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Comic Books
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Actor Gates McFadden will expand the Star Trek franchise as the writer for a new comic book miniseries titled Star Trek: Crusher. Published by IDW Comics, the project is scheduled to reach comic book stores next summer.
Why it matters
The upcoming series bridges a significant narrative gap for fans of the iconic medical officer. It specifically chronicles events occurring between the film Star Trek: Nemesis and the third season of Star Trek: Picard.
The miniseries features the writing of Gates McFadden, with interior illustrations by Megan Levens and colors by Charlie Kirchoff. The story spans the timeline between the film Star Trek: Nemesis and the later events of Star Trek: Picard season three.
The players
Gates McFadden
An actor best known for her long-running portrayal of Dr. Beverly Crusher in the Star Trek universe.
IDW Comics
A major American publisher known for its extensive line of licensed comic books based on popular film and television franchises.
Megan Levens
An illustrator who is providing the visual artwork for the Star Trek: Crusher comic book miniseries.
Charlie Kirchoff
A professional colorist responsible for the visual color palette of the upcoming Star Trek comic book.
The details
Gates McFadden, who first portrayed Dr. Beverly Crusher in 1987, is stepping into the writer's chair to explore the character's journey. Megan Levens will provide the illustrations for the miniseries, while Charlie Kirchoff handles the colors.
Timeline
Gates McFadden debuted as Dr. Beverly Crusher in 1987.
The comic series is released in stores next summer.
Roadmap
This project continues the trend of using expanded media to provide backstories for legacy television characters between major franchise installments. It follows the narrative established by Star Trek: Picard season three by fleshing out the years leading up to that season's plot.
Readers interested in the new series should prepare to visit their local comic book retailers next summer for the release. Fans can look forward to new canonical details regarding Dr. Crusher that were not explored in the television or film series.
The takeaway
This miniseries demonstrates the enduring creative influence actors have on their characters beyond their original performances. Readers interested in narrative continuity should watch for future announcements from IDW Comics to confirm the exact store release date.
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