Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace is the hardcover collection of all four issues of the Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace comic adaptation series of comics. It was released December 8, 1999.[1] A trade paperback reprint was released on December 21, 2011,[2] followed by a second hardcover edition by Marvel Comics on May 24, 2016.[3]

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Dark Horse

Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace is the seminal tale of the Star Wars mythos, unlocking the history and events that laid the foundation for the Rebel Alliance's epic struggle against the Empire as chronicled in the original Star Wars film trilogy. Featuring familiar characters as never before seen and introducing new players destined to become Star Wars icons, Episode I is a must-see film experience, and this comics adaptation is a must-read for all Star Wars enthusiasts. Adapted by Henry Gilroy from the original screenplay by master filmmaker George Lucas and illustrated by Rodolfo Damaggio and comics legend Al Williamson.

On December 27, 2011 the comics were re-released by Dark Horse Comics in honor of the re-release of The Phantom Menace in 3-D.

Marvel

The official comic-book adaptation of the first chapter in the epic saga of STAR WARS! Years before Luke Skywalker would clash with Darth Vader, turmoil has engulfed the Galactic Republic. But when a pair of Jedi Knights—Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi—are dispatched to end the trade conflict that has gripped the galaxy, they make a surprising discovery: the "chosen one" destined to bring balance to the Force—a young boy named Anakin Skywalker! But this new hope may not last long when an ancient enemy returns to threaten the Jedi after centuries in hiding. As the Sith rise again, the small planet of Naboo finds itself in the middle of a power struggle for the ages. Can Queen Padmé Amidala save her people from invasion? Collecting STAR WARS: EPISODE I — THE PHANTOM MENACE #1–4.

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