Movies News Talk
Terry Crews is reviving his President Camacho character from the 2006 cult film "Idiocracy" for an all-new comic sequel. The comic is a follow-up to the beloved movie and sees President Camacho running for re-election.
Terry Crews and Mike Judge, the original movie's director, wanted to bring President Camacho back but a sequel movie wasn't possible due to the original "Idiocracy" film's poor box office performance. They pitched the comic book idea to Mike Judge, who agreed. Due to intellectual property rights, 20th Century Fox, now owned by Disney, owns the IP and granted limited creative freedom. To get the comic book out to fans, they decided to distribute it for free with a limited run of 2,024 copies, 1,000 of which were distributed at San Diego Comic Con.
The movie has gained popularity over time, with many people finding its satire of modern society to be relevant. "Idiocracy" predicts the rise of celebrities running for political office and the decline of intelligence. The film's humor and relatable themes have resonated with audiences, making it a cult classic.
The comic book has a limited run of 2,024 copies because 20th Century Fox, now owned by Disney, owns the intellectual property rights to "Idiocracy." They were granted limited creative freedom and required permission to print, market, and sell the comic book. To get the comic book out to the public, they decided to distribute it for free with a limited run.
If the comic book is well-received, Disney or Marvel may pick it up for a larger run. This could lead to more "Idiocracy" content in the future, potentially even a sequel movie.
The "Idiocracy" comic book is significant because it shows that the movie has a lasting impact and continues to resonate with audiences. It also demonstrates the power of fan-driven content and the ability of creators to find creative ways to bring their projects to life.