IDW to Launch Worm Comic Series in July 2027
The popular web serial by John McCrae is moving to the printed page with a new adaptation.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Comic Books
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IDW Publishing is bringing the web serial Worm to the physical comic book medium starting in July 2027. Original author John McCrae will consult on the production.
Why it matters
This adaptation transitions a massive digital success into the traditional comic market, bringing a story that defined its niche to a new physical format.
The original web serial written by John McCrae spanned from 2011 to 2013 and accumulated 80 million total views. A preview will be available on Free Comic Book Day on May 1st, 2027.
The players
IDW Publishing
An American publisher known for producing licensed and original comic book series.
John McCrae
The author who wrote the original web serial version of Worm.
Meghan Fitzmartin
The writer tasked with adapting the story for the upcoming comic series.
The details
The adaptation will be brought to life by a team including writer Meghan Fitzmartin, artist Javier Ortiz, colorist David Vaquero, and letterer Andriy Lukin. The production team aims to translate the narrative density of the original online serial into a standard comic book format.
Timeline
The web serial Worm was published online from 2011 to 2013.
A preview is scheduled for release on May 1, 2027.
The physical comic book series is set to launch in July 2027.
Culture Shift
This project follows a pattern set by the 2011-2013 run of the Worm web serial to reach new audiences. It reflects a growing industry trend where digital-native content is increasingly repurposed for physical print markets.
Readers can find the initial preview of the adaptation at local retailers participating in Free Comic Book Day on May 1st, 2027. Following the launch, fans will be able to purchase the physical series through standard comic book distribution channels.
The takeaway
Fans of long-form digital fiction now have a timeline for collecting the story in a tangible format. Collectors should mark their calendars for the May preview to secure a first look at the art style.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by ScreenRant.
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