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Star Trek Classic Episode Returns
Harlan Ellison's original 'City on the Edge of Forever' script re-releases in two weeks.
In brief
Harlan Ellison's original 'City on the Edge of Forever' script re-releases in two weeks. IDW Publishing releases Harlan Ellison's unedited Star Trek script for 'City on the Edge of Forever' on October 13, 2026. Originally reported by ScreenRant.
Star Trek Classic Episode Returns
59 years after its first broadcast, Star Trek's best episode 'City on the Edge of Forever' gets a new release.
The Original Version
Harlan Ellison's original script for 'City on the Edge of Forever' is being re-released by IDW Publishing.
Production Challenges
Gene Roddenberry heavily rewrote Ellison's script, creating two different stories united only by time travel.
The Guardian of Forever
The episode features a mysterious portal that allows characters to travel back in time to prevent historical changes.
Historical Impact
The episode's time travel plot requires a character to die to save the flow of history, creating a moral dilemma.
IDW Publishing Release
IDW Publishing releases Star Trek: The Edges of the Final Frontier comic collection on October 13, 2026.
Comic Adaptation
The comic adaptation features fully painted art by J.K. Woodward and includes Ellison's original screenplay.
Fan Reaction
The episode remains one of Star Trek's most acclaimed episodes, regularly appearing in top 10 lists.
Historical Context
The Guardian of Forever portal has appeared in multiple Star Trek media including animated series and Discovery.
New Release Details
IDW's comic collection includes three different Star Trek story arcs from the IDW vaults.
Why This Matters
Fans can compare Ellison's original script with the final product to see the differences.
Release Date
The comic release happens on October 13, 2026, two weeks after the article's publication date.
What Happens Next
Star Trek fans will get to read the unedited version of 'City on the Edge of Forever' in two weeks.
The Guardian of Forever
The portal allows characters to travel back in time to prevent historical changes.
The short version
IDW Publishing releases Harlan Ellison's unedited Star Trek script for 'City on the Edge of Forever' on October 13, 2026.
