Sean Phillips' Iconic Art to Feature Heavily in Prime Video's Criminal Series, Premiering This Year

Big news just dropped for fans of Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips’ groundbreaking crime noir series, Criminal. The highly anticipated Prime Video adaptation is finally set to premiere later this year, and the best part? Sean Phillips’ iconic artwork will be integrated directly into the show’s title sequence. This isn't just a nod; it’s a commitment to the distinctive visual style that made the comics multi-Eisner Award winners.

Brubaker himself, serving as co-showrunner and penning the pilot script, confirmed the 'later this year' release during a recent podcast. He’s been hands-on throughout production, even overseeing additional photography to expand on crucial flashbacks, like those from the seminal 'Coward' storyline. This level of creator involvement ensures the series isn't just a loose interpretation but a true expansion of the universe fans adore.

Prime Video clearly believes they have a hit on their hands, planning a significant Emmy push for the series. Insiders suggest they’re thrilled with the quality, singling out performances from leads Charlie Hunnam and Emilia Clarke. With Brubaker and Phillips both executive producing, and Phillips' art front and center, this adaptation has all the makings of a landmark entry in the crime genre, delivering the gritty realism and complex characters Criminal is known for. Get ready for a dark ride.