IDW Publishing brings back a pulp icon in The Rocketeer: The Island #1, a brand-new miniseries based on a never-published story outline by legendary creator Dave Stevens.

Set in 1938, the story follows Cliff Secord—better known as the Rocketeer—as he’s recruited to search for the missing Amelia Earhart. What begins as a rescue mission quickly becomes personal, leading Cliff to the very island where Betty once disappeared. Written by John Layman (Chew) with art by Jacob Edgar, this issue blends historical mystery, pulp adventure, and classic Rocketeer romance into one of the boldest premises the franchise has ever attempted.

This advanced review explores where The Island #1 fits into Rocketeer continuity, why it works as both a legacy sequel and a new-reader entry point, and how it honors Dave Stevens’ original storytelling philosophy—right down to its clever use of period characters.

🗓 Pre-order deadline: January 19
Be sure to contact your local comic shop now so you don’t miss this issue.

We’ll be discussing this adventure in much more detail once the book officially releases.

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