7 Image Comics That Would Make Incredible Sci-Fi Movies

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For over three decades, Image Comics has provided a platform for creators to tell the stories they envision, across all genres – from superheroes and horror to fantasy and science fiction. While Image properties have found success on television, particularly through the work of Robert Kirkman, a major film adaptation has remained elusive. It’s time for an Image book to break into the movie world, and their compelling science fiction stories could be the perfect way to do it.

Image Comics publishes a lot of fantastic books, and their science fiction titles are particularly strong. Several of these stories have the potential to become blockbuster movies and launch successful franchises, earning their creators significant wealth. Here are seven Image Comics that would translate beautifully into sci-fi films, offering audiences stunning visuals, innovative ideas, and emotionally resonant narratives.

7) Transhuman

Jonathan Hickman is known for great comics, and one often missed gem is Transhuman, illustrated by Jim Ringuet. It’s presented as a fake documentary following two companies competing to advance humanity – one through genetic engineering, the other with robotics. The book features compelling characters and unique ideas, exploring unexpected paths that most films avoid. It showcases a different side of Hickman, delivering a hilarious and surprising sci-fi story with a truly shocking ending. Transhuman would make a fantastic, funny movie – exactly what sci-fi and comic book films could use right now.

6) Pax Romana

Jonathan Hickman’s comic Pax Romana tells the story of a future where the Roman Empire still thrives. The story begins with young Gene Pope learning how the Catholic Church used time travel to save the empire. Before anyone else could, the Church sent a modern army back to the time of Emperor Constantine, ensuring Rome’s survival. But the soldiers sent back begin to question their mission, leading to a thrilling story of action and intrigue. Pax Romana is a fantastic and imaginative story that would make a great time travel movie, blending science fiction and historical elements to create a truly captivating experience for audiences.

5) Black Science

Rick Remender and Mattoe Scalero’s Black Science is a fantastic, yet often overlooked, comic from Image. The story centers on Grant McKay and his team of Dimensionauts as they journey through alternate realities using a device he invented called the Pillar. Their trip home becomes a desperate struggle for survival as McKay’s past mistakes and current challenges threaten to destroy them all. With its blend of compelling characters and mind-bending sci-fi action, Black Science would make a truly incredible film or television series.

4) Tokyo Ghost

Rick Remender and Sean Murphy’s Tokyo Ghost reads like a script waiting to be filmed. Set in a futuristic, corporate-controlled world where people are hooked on technology, the story follows bounty hunters Debbie Decay and Led Ded as they’re sent to Japan – the last untouched country – to pave the way for global corporations. But their mission goes off the rails when Debbie attempts to help Led overcome his addiction, leading to unexpected consequences. Tokyo Ghost is a fast-paced, visually stunning comic, heavily influenced by manga, that would translate incredibly well to the big screen, whether as a live-action or animated film. The exciting action sequences are practically begging to be seen in motion and would undoubtedly wow audiences.

3) Paper Girls

I was really disappointed when the Paper Girls TV show didn’t take off, but I truly believe this story is meant for the big screen. It’s a fantastic comic by Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang about a group of girls in the ’80s who stumble upon time travel, and it’s just a really unique adventure. While ’80s nostalgia is starting to fade a bit, I think Paper Girls could really thrive as a movie. Honestly, with a bigger budget, this story could be incredible – I could easily see it becoming a phenomenal trilogy that audiences would absolutely love!

2) StarHenge Book One: The Lion and the Boar

Liam Sharp’s StarHenge Book One: The Lion and the Boar might not be as well-known as other titles, but it’s a truly compelling story with strong cinematic potential. The narrative begins in a future war between humans and machines, where both sides use time travel – humans to safeguard the source of their magical power, and machines to eliminate it. The story then moves to the present day, focusing on a young woman who uncovers the mysteries of Camelot. StarHenge is visually stunning and would translate beautifully to film, offering a captivating experience for a wide audience.

1) Prophet

Prophet is a fantastic science fiction story. It’s set in the future after the oppressive Earth Empire has been overthrown by a group of aliens, led by John Prophet – a genetically engineered supersoldier whose DNA was secretly used by the Empire for generations. When multiple ‘Prophets’ begin to awaken across the galaxy, the original Prophet unites an alien alliance to finally destroy the Empire. With a feel similar to Dune, Prophet would make a spectacular film series, blending exciting action and visuals with rich, intricate storytelling. It’s considered one of the greatest sci-fi comics ever created and has blockbuster potential.

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2025-11-09 19:15