Mister Miracle Animated Series: Mitch Gerads Confirms He Drew Annecy Teaser, Jokes About "Toothpick"

Legendary artist Mitch Gerads, known for his Eisner-winning work on the Mister Miracle comic, just confirmed he personally drew the striking banner art for the upcoming animated series unveiled at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Even better, he playfully debunked a fan theory, clarifying that the show's hero, Scott Free, is not actually sporting a toothpick in the art – an amusing detail that only Gerads himself could clear up.

The Annecy Festival is a major event for animation, and DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation are using it to showcase their ambitious animated slate. Mister Miracle is clearly a cornerstone. Writer Tom King, who penned the acclaimed comic alongside Gerads, is serving as showrunner and writing every episode, with Gerads as producer and designer. This level of creative oversight from the original creators is huge for fans of their impactful, critically lauded comic.

King has been effusive about his passion for the project, calling it "my whole life right now." He's been deeply involved in every aspect, from directing voice actors to editing the pilot, ensuring the animated adaptation honors the emotional depth of the source material. He's even approached the adaptation with fan feedback in mind, leaning into what resonated most and clarifying any past ambiguities. The cast, teased as "amazing," brings Jack Kirby's iconic characters – Mister Miracle, Big Barda, Orion, Darkseid – to life with a fresh perspective, all while staying true to the beloved relationship between Scott and Barda.